Last updated 10 September 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Student visas to Germany
Study visa, Studienkolleg
Travel purpose:
Study
, residence permit
, long stay
, work
Student visas — what you need to know
Designed for foreign students who intend to spend part of their academic program or improve their professional skills in Germany. The long-term stay may be dedicated to postgraduate programs, single courses, training, or school exchanges. This visa permits the holder to obtain a residence permit shortly after entering Germany.
Visa validity period
from 3 months to 1 year
Fees
€37 - €75 (~$43 - ~$86)
Which student visas is best suited for you?
Pre-university training and higher education visa
Eligible individuals
Student
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
from 3 months to 1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€37 - €75 (~$43 - ~$86)
Vocational training visa
Eligible individuals
Student
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
from 3 months to 1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€37 - €75 (~$43 - ~$86)
Language course visa (more than 180 days)
Eligible individuals
Student, employee, entrepreneur, retired
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
from 3 months to 1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€37 - €75 (~$43 - ~$86)
School exchange visa
Eligible individuals
Pupil, student
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
from 3 months to 1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€37 (~$43)