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Berlin · Western Europe

€90 EUR
Official Fee
Validity
180d
Max Stay
90 days
Processing
42–56 days
Difficulty
Hard
DATA VERIFIED10 May 2026
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✓Verified against live embassy source · 10 May 2026

Document Checklist

13 required · 2 recommended
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Valid passport
Issued within the last 10 years and with at least 2 empty pages
REQ.
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Application form & declaration
In accordance with Section 54 of the Residence Act, duly signed, 2 copies
REQ.
✓
Declaration for Additional contact and legal representation information
2 copies
REQ.
✓
Biometric passport photos
3 current, identical biometric passport photos
REQ.
✓
Copy of passport's data page
A4 size copy, 2 copies
REQ.
✓
APS Certificate
Mandatory unless: (1) obtaining a non-German Degree in Germany, (2) intending to do PhD/Post Doc studies in Germany, (3) received scholarship/stipend from German or EU public funds, or (4) studies built on non-Indian school graduation certificate (e.g. International Baccalaureate) or non-Indian degree (e.g. British Bachelor, Turkish Master)
REQ.
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Letter of Admission
From German university or Letter of Admission to preparatory college (Studienkolleg) or Registration for language course. Must include confirmation of language of instruction and confirmation if non-German degree will be awarded
REQ.
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Proof of financial means
One of: (1) Proof of Sperrkonto (blocked account) in Germany with 11,904 EUR for first year of studies and confirmation that no more than 992 EUR per month can be withdrawn, OR (2) Verpflichtungserklärung (formal obligation letter) by sponsor living in Germany, OR (3) Proof of German/EU scholarship or stipend
REQ.
✓
Proof of previous academic qualifications
Bachelor Studies: University Degrees (if applicable), Diploma Certificate, Mark sheets, 12th and 10th Mark Sheets. Master Studies: Bachelor's Degree, other University Degrees if applicable, Diploma Certificate. PhD/Post Doc: Master's Degree, other University Degrees if applicable
REQ.
✓
Curriculum Vitae
Standard CV
REQ.
✓
Motivation letter / statement of purpose
Duly signed, explaining the motivation for the chosen subject, study in Germany and the chosen university
REQ.
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Travel health insurance
Covering the first 90 days starting with and including intended date of entry into Germany
REQ.
✓
Visa fee
Payment of visa fee required
REQ.
Recommended
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Current Proof of language proficiency
In German or English depending on language of instruction, not older than 1 year. Not necessary if Letter of Admission confirms sufficient language proficiency. English: TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge Assessment English. German: Goethe Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan, ÖSD, TestDAF, DSH
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Proof of payment of tuition/study fees
Required only if university charges tuition/study fees
Important Notes
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Document checklist specifically for Indian students applying for German national visa

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APS Certificate requirements have India-specific exemptions

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Two identical sets of applications must be prepared with all copies in A4 size

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Original documents must be brought to visa appointment date

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German Missions in India reserve the right to request additional documents or certificate verification, which may incur additional fees

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Application processing takes 6-8 weeks as it is forwarded to competent Aliens' Authorities in Germany

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Incomplete documentation or refusal to appear for visa interview may result in application rejection

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False statements or untrue documents will result in application rejection

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Schengen Area Country

Germany is a Schengen member. Your Type C visa covers all 29 Schengen states — travel freely across the zone on a single application.

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Germany Official Visa Portal · Verified 2026-05-08

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