Germany Visa Requirements for Student.

Required Documents

General Guidelines

• All documents must be in DIN A4 size.
• Ensure all copies are complete and readable.
• Do not staple any documents.
• Provide one set of A4 size photocopies.
• Arrange documents in the order listed below.

Document Checklist

1. Application Form

   • Complete and sign the application form, available here.
   • Attach a biometric photo (not older than three months, white background, no computer print-outs, glued to the application form).

2. Passport Copies

   • Submit copies of the first two pages of your current passport. If your passport is lost, provide a police certificate regarding the loss.
   • Ensure your passport is valid for at least one year plus three months.

3. ID Card Copy

4. Applicant’s Declaration

5. Appointment Confirmation Email

   • Include the provided booking code (e.g., “isla_9729717”).

6. Previous Visa Refusals

   • If you have been refused a visa, provide a written explanation for your application along with the refusal letter.

7. Curriculum Vitae

8. Letter of Admission

   • Include the acceptance letter from a German university or pathway program.

9. Enrollment Certificate

   • Mandatory if the semester has already started, along with a letter from the university confirming your late enrollment.

10. Language Proficiency Confirmation

    • Proof of sufficient language skills in the language of instruction.

11. Proof of Financial Means

    • Evidence of funds for living expenses, such as a blocked account, scholarship award, or official obligation from the immigration office in Germany.
    • If applicable, include proof of payment for the first year’s tuition fees.

12. Documentation of Academic and Professional Career

    • For Master’s Students: Previous bachelor’s degree.
    • For Bachelor’s Students: Any previous academic degrees and high school diplomas.
    • For All Categories: Any previous employment certificates, if applicable.

13. Health Insurance Coverage

    • Valid from the intended travel date. Submit preliminary health insurance proof until you settle in Germany.
    • For more details on health insurance, visit the Health Insurances page.

Important Financial Information

• Blocked Account: As of October 1, 2022, the annual requirement is €11,208, allowing withdrawals of €934 per month.
• To open a blocked account, your signature must be attested by the Embassy in Islamabad, Consulate General in Karachi, or Honorary Consul in Lahore.
• The application fee for attestation is €25 (approximately 5,400 PKR), and the exact amount is required.

Additional Visa Options

1. Formal Obligation (Verpflichtungserklärung): A declaration of liability from a sponsor residing in Germany with confirmed financial means.
2. Scholarship: A scholarship from a recognized German or foreign institution. Note that scholarships from Pakistani universities are not sufficient unless awarded by the HEC.

Consular Information

• For Sindh and Balochistan: Book appointments at the Consulate General in Karachi.
• For All Other Provinces: The German Embassy is located in the Diplomatic Enclave in Islamabad. Use the Diplomatic Shuttle for access.

Important Notes

• Ensure all documents are complete; applications lacking required documents will not be accepted.
• Mobile phones and bags are not allowed inside the German Missions.
• Cancel your appointment if you cannot attend to allow others to use the slot. No-shows will be monitored.