VisaChief🇩🇪 Study in Germany
Most German public universities charge little or no tuition, even for international students. A blocked account proves living funds, and graduates get 18 months to find work.
Visa
National (D) Student visa
Gov fee
€75
Processing
6-12 weeks
Work rights
140 full or 280 half days per year of work allowed.
Post-study
18-month residence permit to seek graduate-level work; leads to EU Blue Card.
English
German (TestDaF/DSH) or English (IELTS 6.5) for English-taught programs.
Avg tuition
€0-3k / yr (public)
Avg living
€11k-14k / yr
Financial requirement
Blocked account of €11,904/yr (2024) as proof of funds.
Step-by-step: National (D) Student visa
Get admission (Zulassung)
Apply via uni-assist or directly to the university.
Open a blocked account
Deposit the required annual living costs.
Buy health insurance
Statutory or private cover is mandatory.
Apply at the German mission
Book an appointment and submit the D-visa application.
Register & get a residence permit
Register your address and convert to a residence permit after arrival.
What you will need
- Admission letter (Zulassung)
- Blocked account (Sperrkonto) €11,904
- Health insurance
- Language proof (German or English)
Top universities in Germany
3 institutions that enrol international students.
#28 WORLD
🇩🇪 Technical University of Munich
Munich · 3 degrees
#59 WORLD
🇩🇪 Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich
Munich · 2 degrees
#99 WORLD
🇩🇪 RWTH Aachen University
Aachen · 2 degrees
Indicative figures for 2025-26. Confirm current fees, funds thresholds and rules at the official government source before applying. General information only, not immigration advice.