derah213:


Here's a trick for sponsorship letter. It's usually difficult to get a date that is close. In this month of August, you might only see dates in November. So, you can help your sponsor to check dates on days he doesn't have to be in the office BTW 8am to 10am, free slots will pop-up for that day. So, he has to be ready to go that day. Goodluck

Oh its possible to check appointment dates from here?

So wait time for an appointment is nearly 2 years now

teelaw4life:
Guten tag! Wie geht's sie?

I've been following this thread since 2019/2020 when I was in Nigeria and first tried to apply for German study Visa. I received my AL on time but hit a snag at the Appointment Date stage.
Then Covid lockdown hit along with endsars and the whole process collapsed for me. January 2021, I decided to go to a different country (and I've been here for the past 3 years). I got a job, started saving towards my BA and other school related expenses.
I began the process of applying for admission again last year. However, because I stupidly used an IELTS result that was o er 2 years old, my application for admission was turned down. So, I wrote another IELTS in April. Got the required score and then reapplied for admission at the same school on the 1st of May. Around the same month, I booked a visa appointment date for 9th of July and began waiting for my Admission Letter.
3rd of June, the school offered me a conditional admission. I began preparations in earnest to secure a blocked account and everything.
Fast forward to last week Tuesday (9th), I went to the German Consulate with all my documents. The VO didn't ask much questions. They just requested for my documents, asked how long my program would be for. How I intended to finance myself one year after exhausting my BA. Then they asked me to scan my fingerprints and pay the Visa fee with the remark that my documents would be forwarded and I'd receive an email letting me know if my application was successful or not. They also told me they had reserved a space on the passport which is where the visa stamp would be placed in case my application was successful. That was it.
The whole process was stress free and seamless.
On Thursday (two days after the interview), I received an Approval Mail telling me to come deposit my passport along with Health insurance within 4 weeks for Visa Stamp.
I am absolutely flummoxed that the whole consulate process could be that fast. To receive an AM for a study visa in the same week as one's appointment is something I've never heard of.
Anyway, that's my story.
I wish everyone here who's pursuing their academic luck all the best. But if I can add a thought, I'd advise you to try and leave Nigeria. This was much easier for me because I wasn't in Nigeria.

Hello, thank you for this(and congrats?!?!?),

I am absolutely flummoxed that the whole consulate process could be that fast. To receive an AM for a study visa in the same week as one's appointment is something I've never heard of.

and

I booked a visa appointment date for 9th of July and began waiting for my Admission Letter.

Just to confirm you're in category A?

emmaaar:
Hey guys. I’m really confused now cause I didn’t know German appointment dates takes long until a friend sent me a link of this thread which I went through from the beginning till now. I’ve been admitted to university of Bremen and I’ve paid my semester fees because if I didn’t pay within two weeks, the admission would be given to someone else. I’m planning to apply for the deutchland scholarship so as to use it as a means of moving to category A.
I’m confused and don’t know what to do since appointment date takes so long now.
And what other things can be done to fasten the appointment date if there’s no scholarship cause have paid semester fees.
Anyone admitted to university of Bremen here please can we link up so as to serve as guide please?

Would be needing you guys advice please cause I’m scared. Was thinking I would be able to resume October this year

I think you should *aggressively* pursue the scholarships.

> https://www.mystipendium.de/
> https://www2.daad.de/deutschland/stipendium/datenbank/en/21148-scholarship-database/?back=1&origin=1

Ask the University if they allow deferring just in case

nellystrong7:
Not convenient. Train connection to Weiden from Augsburg takes longer time. If you have morning lectures, it would be difficult to arrive early.
If you can get accommodation in Munich, it would be best. Train connection from Munich Central Station(Hauptbahnhof) is better and you can arrive early for lectures too. From Munich you have a straight connection unlike from Augsburg. Also you have a better chance of getting a better part-time job in Munich than in Augsburg. Munich is a bigger city than Augsburg. There are numerous jobs for students.

Thank you so much for this response, meaning oth is now out of my options. I'd have liked to stay in Munich for the job oppurtunities, but I plan to squat with a relative in Augs till I balance.

Thoughts on Deggendorf, Regensburg and Nuremberg?

Please for people with knowledge of these areas,

Is if feasible to live in Augsburg and study in Weiden

Light78:
please sire, write to me everything from step one.


I am a fast learner. I will grab it quickly

here you go, Note that the blocked account figure is outdated, please check Hannaniahs recent response for the updated figures

Here is the part 8


An incredible job by all contributors including those who ask questions and those who provide answers, job well done!

This is part 7 https://www.nairaland.com/5296943/general-german-student-visa-enquiries

The following steps will help newbies (Thanks to CassieV for the tips)


Most of the schools in Germany are tuition free even for international students, you only get to pay a certain amount as semester fees say between 100-400 euros and most times the semester fee comes with a semester ticket to aid in transportation in your city or town.
However, before you're granted a student visa, you have to prove that you can take care of your living expenses with one of the following means ;
1. Block account: The estimated living expenses for a student in a month is 720euros, when you multiply that by 12 months, you get 8640euros. This is the amount you're required to block in an already opened account with either Deutsch bank, Fintiba or Xpatrio. It is called a block account because you will not be able to withdraw everything at once, only 720euros will be released to you every month.
2. Sponsorship letter: If you have a relative living and working legally in Germany, they can get you this letter. They'll have to visit the alien office in their city and will be required to provide some documents and pay a certain fee. The letter will be sent to you when they receive it so that you can go with it for your visa interview.
3. Scholarship: This is usually the best if you have the scholarship, your visa will be granted in under 2 weeks after interview. So try and look for scholarships you can apply to.

Now that you understand the financial situation, let's go into the application process.
To search for schools, click on this link
https://www.daad.de/deutschland/studienangebote/international-programmes/en/?p=l&q=&fos=0&lang[]=2&fee[]=0&sortBy=1&page=1&display=list
filter your search to make it easier, there are English taught courses there.
Generally, the very important documents needed to apply to schools in Germany are;
1. Transcript
2. English Proficiency
3. School Certificates (Degree, Waec, etc)
However, depending on the school, some other documents needed are as follows.
4. Curriculum Vitae
5. Motivation letter
6. Reference letters
7. GRE test
8. Etcetera.. Visit your prospective school website and find out the documents they need from you.
Note: You don't apply with your original documents, you have to make photocopies of them and Certify them in High court or a Notary public. If you stay in Lagos, you can certify at the German Embassy too. You'll have to book appointment for that.
For those planning to go for a Bachelors course, you need a 100level transcript from a university to apply for a BSc program in germany. WAEC alone will not be enough and No, OND will not do, you need a HND.

For the application proper, it is always important to go through the website of the schools you want to apply to, you'll get a lot of information form there concerning how to apply. Some schools do only online applications, some requires that you send your application documents to them by post after applying online, some you send your documents as pdf to their email address and then you get the uni assist crew.
Like I said earlier, it is important to go visit and read the websites.

When you get your admission letter, open a block account immediately(that is if you don't already have a sponsorship letter) and as soon as you get your account details, send an email to the embassy requesting for a visa interview date.
You need these to get an interview date:
1. Admission letter
2. Block account/sponsorship letter/scholarship letter
3. International passport data page(scanned)
Then your Full name and Resident address.

Prepare for your interview
Go for your interview





For newbies your German school search starts here https://www.daad.de/deutschland/studienangebote/en/

MichelleM2:
Hello,
I recently applied for and received the [url="https://www.germany-visa.org/student-visa/language-course/"] German Language Course Visa[/url], which allowed me to take an [url=''https://www.sprachenatelier-berlin.de/en/topic/3731.intensive-german-courses.html''] intensive German language course[/url] in Germany for three to twelve months. The course includes at least 18 hours of lessons per week. This visa has been a great opportunity for me to immerse myself in the German language and culture, providing the legal framework to stay in Germany while I study.

I am currently enrolled in a language course at [url=''https://www.sprachenatelier-berlin.de/en/''] Sprachenatelier Berlin[/url] Sprachenatelier Berlin and also doing an [url=''https://www.sprachenatelier-berlin.de/en/article/1235.internship-in-berlin.html''] internship[/url] internship in SEO here. Sprachenatelier Berlin has been incredibly supportive throughout my [url=''https://www.sprachenatelier-berlin.de/en/topic/930.visa.html''] visa[/url] visa application process, helping me with the necessary documentation and offering guidance. The [url=''https://www.sprachenatelier-berlin.de/en/topic/884.german-courses.html''] courses[/url] courses are flexible and intensive, catering to all levels from A1 to C2, and are available both in-person and online. They also offer a wide range of other language courses, creative classes, cultural excursions, and events. My experience here has been enriching, as I improve my German skills and gain professional experience in a supportive and vibrant environment.

wonder if its possible to change this to a regular long term visa for bachelors/masters study after completion of the german course

Kennie28:
oops I'm a lady, I booked last year June mine will be next year

I aplogise for the assumption. June right? just a few months behind me, hopefully we get dates soon

Bethxxie:
Just an update on things so far, they have given Sept 3rd - 5th (last that I know of). They gave AD today

Ah thank God

platypelloid:
This is serious oooo. Since 2023??
Haba
Pls What's the advantages of online class in relation to visa appointment?

I've been told that applications are rejected if the appointment date is too far from the school's resumption(meaning the applicant has missed too much course content)

Best to start online so I wont miss

odinakaokonkwo7:
Goodevening guys... Please how do one know the category he or she falls into
Category A is for which ppl
Category B Too?

[quote author=Hannania post=130664265]

CAT A: Appointment date withing 2 weeks.

1. A first class from 2022 till date
2. Possession of scholarship for course of study
3. Program you're going for is a PhD program.

CAT B. Waiting time is 21 months presently

Any other thing outside CAT A falls here.

platypelloid:
Baba,May Jah bless for this insight.
But pls how does someone know?

Will visa category be written on admission letter?

Because for Courses like medicine and surgery, First class is not applicable but pass or fail?

So how do we know the categories here?


Thank you in anticipation

No o, you'll know your Category by yourself, if you're not a first class student/PHD/scholarship student, you're CAT B. But very good point about Medicine, I never thought of that

platypelloid:
Why do you want to begin the course online pls??

I'm in Cat B,

It's over one year since I booked an appointment and I already blew money last year on another admission I could not meet up with.

Better to start online since they're not even near giving 2023 yet

Cherey:
Quick question:

For the proctor U exam, I was asked to pay $26. I don't have dollar at the moment, can the fee be paid in Naira equivalent?

It's probably late, but whatever card you use needs to be an international card(Dollar card)

platypelloid:
Hello ,
I wish you the best in your proctor u test.
Pls Ensure that you have very efficiently fast internet connection for this test.

You should pre examine your computer if it is working perfectly as instructed in the email sent to you.

Be punctual for the test at least 10mins earlier.

Prepare your room so that the proctor can certifiy the environment drlevoid of malpractice.

I passed my exam few weeks ago.
Which course are you writing for?



Friend .All the best.

Thank you for the wishes brother, the test was good Glory be to God, I wrote for Artificial Itelligence

As per allowing students to begin the degree program online

Please people writing exam for DIT tomorrow, after registering with ProctorU, should I wait till tomorrow to login to the exam on the schools exam site?

Light78:


Okay
What's the meaning of DAAD

Its a German name but it translates to German Academic Exchange Service,

check here for masters courses, filtered for English as language of instruction: > https://www2.daad.de/deutschland/studienangebote/international-programmes/en/result/?q=&degree%5B%5D=2&lang%5B%5D=2&lang%5B%5D=4&fos=3&cert=&admReq=&langExamPC=&scholarshipLC=&langExamLC=&scholarshipSC=&langExamSC=&langDeAvailable=&langEnAvailable=&lvlEn%5B%5D=&modStd%5B%5D=&cit%5B%5D=&tyi%5B%5D=&ins%5B%5D=&fee=&bgn%5B%5D=&dat%5B%5D=&prep_subj%5B%5D=&prep_degree%5B%5D=&sort=4&dur=&subjects%5B%5D=&limit=10&offset=&display=list

alexifidon:
If your school allows the online package then you can do online and wait for your appointment, while you receive lectures.

But unfortunately most schools are scrapping it because the original purpose of the virtual class was due to COVID and COVID is over now .

Some schools are so strict that they would even state it clearly on their website that if you can't make it for either of the academic sessions (winter or summer) don't bother applying..

God knows the things Uni- Duisburg showed me last year....

Kennie28:
I just got admission into Th Köln, Natural Resources Management and Development. Please has anyone gotten AD yet?

Congrats on the admission!

when did you book an appointment my brother

Please has anyone written the assessment tests at Deggendorf Institute of technology!!

floxybba6:
please who knows the requirement for student visa application? What's the website?

> https://nigeria.diplo.de/ng-en/-/2568986

[quote author=Makamatic post=130492914][/quote]

thank you for this boss, i really appreciate it, please keep us up to date with the happening and DE, and other things to do once on ground.

Thanks again 🙏

Frankkay4:
Ok. Is it with the German embassy or the Ministry of Education?

Now this is where my expertise ends.

But I'd advise you go to a 'notary Public', to my knowledge the embassy notarizes copies(As in the original document has to be with you too).

@hannania what do you think boss?

Bryanutuk:
Hello, I booked for an appointment at the Nigerian embassy 2nd of November 2023, I have gotten an admission and have enrolled for the 2024 winter semester. However still waiting on the AD I got this message from the embassy and I am curious if other people got it too.

Yes, I believe we all got it. Saddens me but they're nowhere near us 2023 people, they haven't finished attending to 2022, i think the last AD I've seen is from Sept 2022. Except you're in Category A

Still no AD for CAT B

Frankkay4:
Please does anyone know if I should legalize/authorize my academic document before submitting it to the German embassy?

notarize? yes i believe you should

dyydxx:


Ok Thanks.

please people on this forum with experience if you get this reply what does it mean?

'Unfortunately, there are no appointments available at this time. New appointments will be made available for booking at regular intervals'

It means there's no more appointment spots left for now.

That said, you can try to book again anytime from 11pm our time, I'm told they usually add new spots at midnight, as available(they're one hour ahead)

I seriously hope you're category A.

Please does any one here have experience with Unilag;s 24 hour transcript platform? Is it truly 24 hours?

platypelloid:
Good morning house

Pls where can I write proctor u test in Lagos
My computer is not fit for the test.

Pls has anyone got admission into DIT?

What is the content of this proctor u test

Thanks

How did this test eventually go boss?

Bethxxie:


No update. At least not for Category B, it seems a date for our Category wasn't given again this week

please whats the last date they gave for cat B?