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πŸ—ΊοΈ My Germany Application Journey

8 steps from "is my diploma valid" to "I'm enrolled in Germany". Tick as you complete β€” everything you need is connected.

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πŸ‘‰ Next up: πŸŽ“ Eligibility Check β€” ~5 min

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Phase 1 Β· Preparation

Verify eligibility, choose universities, prep language

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Step 1

πŸŽ“Eligibility Check Current

⏱ 5 min

Is your diploma recognized in Germany?

Step 2

🎯Find your universities

⏱ 15 min

Take the recommendation quiz + browse rankings.

Step 3

πŸ“‹Prepare documents

⏱ 2-4 weeks

Diploma + apostille + sworn translation + motivation letter.

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Phase 2 Β· Application

Submit through uni-assist, wait for acceptance

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πŸ“¨Submit applications

⏱ 1-2 weeks

Via uni-assist or directly to universities.

Step 5

βœ…Get acceptance letter

⏱ 4-8 weeks

Verify the offer + plan your next steps.

Step 6

🏦Open blocked account

⏱ 1-3 days

€11,904 in a Sperrkonto. Compare providers.

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Phase 3 Β· Arriving in Germany

Sperrkonto, visa, Anmeldung, Krankenkasse

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Step 7

πŸ›‚Apply for student visa

⏱ 4-8 weeks

Book consulate appointment + prepare interview.

Step 8

✈️Pre-arrival checklist

⏱ Before departure

Housing + Anmeldung + bank + insurance.

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πŸ’‘ Tips

  • β€’ Steps don't have to be done in strict order β€” but most depend on each other.
  • β€’ Documents (Step 3) takes the longest β€” start early, in parallel with applications.
  • β€’ Open Sperrkonto (Step 6) only after you have the acceptance letter β€” embassies want fresh proof.
  • β€’ Visa appointment (Step 7) waits can be 2-3 months β€” book as soon as you have your acceptance letter.

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