NewStats: 3,264,998 , 8,185,296 topics. Date: Friday, 13 June 2025 at 06:14 AM 2h5d6d

Arkion:
Hey everyone! I was itted for the Winter 2024 session and deferred to Summer 2025. However, since I still haven’t received a visa appointment, I canceled my ission. Despite this, I had already enrolled for the Summer 2025 session and received my credentials. I have now reapplied for Winter 2025, but based on my previous ission timeline, I expect the ission letter to be released in August.

Do you think I should explain this with proof in my rescheduling email?

You need all the proof you need to get rescheduled. You guys seem to be asking these questions to get validation. If you want to reschedule, send all the proof possible. It is as simple as that

Freebys:


But since my sponsor (dad) has a German bank can’t I just use that ?

No you can't. The visa is attached to you, not your dad. There are only 3 ways to get your proof of livelihood. A block in your name which you'll only have access to 992 monthly or a sponsor can issue you a Declaration of Commitment “Verpflichtungserklärung”, also called a sponsorship letter. The last is a full-time scholarship that covers that 992 monthly.

If your dad has a valid residence permit and is eligible, let him issue you the second option. He should set up an appointment at the Ausländerbehörde of his city. They'll ask for his recent 3 months payslip, house contract, and port. Then they'll check if his salary is enough to sponsor you. It's that simple. So reach out to him

Hannania:
What are you applying for?

a student visa, I am a daad scholar.

Hannania:
There are two categories:

1. Skilled worker: If your degree is H+ on Anabin, and your degree is also on Anabin, all you need is your block of 13092 euros of SL, and you'll get your Visa. No need for a language test. If it's not, you need to do ZAB. It cost 208 euros and takes 3 months

2. Unskilled workers: These are people whose Universities are not H+, their degree course is not certified, or have HND or vocational training. If you fall here, you need the language certificate of IELTS B1 or A1 German. You also need to get six points from the point system.

https://nigeria.diplo.de/ng-en/2691130-2691130?openAccordionId=item-2696670-3-

What do you mean by H+ bro

Please how much is visa fee in naira now and what's the closest cost friendly hotel to the embassy?

Chriswazo:


What do you mean by H+ bro

It's the status of recognition of the University.
H+: Fully recognised
H+/-: Partially recognised (not all degrees from the University are recognised)
H-: Unrecognised, no degrees from the University are recognised

Hannania:
Yes attach the ission letter.

Send to [email protected] then copy [email protected]

That's the only two emails needed

Hello Boss, I think there is a typo in this email address.. it's supposed to be lago, not logo..

that is:

[email protected] AND [email protected]

i need an advise on something. so i am a medical doctor and my degree is recognized in the anabin database. should i just apply through opportunity card or just wait for when i get appointment date for study visa appointment. I really want to do a masters but at the same time since everything is fast paced. idk which route to take.

deim98:
i need an advise on something. so i am a medical doctor and my degree is recognized in the anabin database. should i just apply through opportunity card or just wait for when i get appointment date for study visa appointment. I really want to do a masters but at the same time since everything is fast paced. idk which route to take.

You can't use the same SL for both. The reason for your visa has to be stated. For block s, the amount is also not the same. Note that medical doctors need to write certain exams in , and you can't practice without C1 German. So weigh your options and decide on one

Konphido:



Hello Boss, I think there is a typo in this email address.. it's supposed to be lago, not logo..

that is:

[email protected] AND [email protected]

Thank you for noting that out

I have a First Class degree from a private University in Ghana, am I eligible for Category A Booking appointment?

Chriswazo:
Please how much is visa fee in naira now and what's the closest cost friendly hotel to the embassy?

Its not fixed. They use the official exchange rate. So expect 118k. Just go with 130k cash and have same in your card just incase

Harrybird:
I have a First Class degree from a private University in Ghana, am I eligible for Category A Booking appointment?

The category system is no more. Go to the digital platform and apply

Dinzelflash:
a student visa, I am a daad scholar.

Send a snapshot. Seems you indicated your ission is in in the previous clicks

Please I have some questions. First, I graduated with a First class degree from a private university in Ghana, am I qualified for category A Booking appointment? Second, do I need to do authentication and legalization of my documents to get ission and visa?

Thank you.

tupacjr:
Hi everyone,

I'm not here to cause any trouble, but I wanted to share some information that might be helpful for those dealing with the stress of sending certified copies of transcripts. If this isn't relevant to you, feel free to skip ahead—someone else might find it useful.

In , graduating students receive their 'Transcript of Records' once, and that’s it. They face the opposite challenge: when applying to US schools that demand official transcripts sealed and stamped from their German schools, they have to figure out how to send those 'official' copies from .

In Nigeria, universities typically insist on sending official transcripts directly to the schools you're applying to upon request. This creates a lot of stress for Nigerian applicants who need to meet the requirement for certified copies. Many try to get their school to send the transcript to someone or an institution first so they can handle it and fulfill the requirements. However, I recently discovered that this isn't necessary—sending the original directly is perfectly acceptable.

If you have any doubts, call your university's student istration office to confirm this. I've tried both methods: I explained the application requirements to my Nigerian university during my first application, and they released the official transcript to me (my mum received it on my behalf since I wasn't in Nigeria). Later, through my research (asking the people I mentioned earlier), I learned that schools usually destroy the documents they receive, which is why they ask for certified copies. They expect you to have one original, which you wouldn't want to lose. Certified copies carry the same value as the original by law, but you can have many certified copies compared to one original. However, if you send the original documents, it’s not an issue—just know they won’t be returned.

For my next application, I had my Nigerian school send the transcript directly to the German address, and it was recorded as received and accepted. I eventually got the ission. I wanted to share this breakdown for anyone struggling to intercept their transcript because they believe they NEED to get a certified copy. If you’re hesitant, you can continue with your current method, but living in has taught me that asking questions can reveal smoother alternatives.

Lastly, I want to say that if something is complicated for you, always speak up and demand a solution instead of trying to put up with it.

Till next time.

Harrybird:
Please I have some questions. First, I graduated with a First class degree from a private university in Ghana, am I qualified for category A Booking appointment? Second, do I need to do authentication and legalization of my documents to get ission and visa?

Thank you.

You apply through the consular services Portal, the old appointment system is gone. They will determine with your documents wether you qualify for Category A or not. You also need to check on anabin if the University you graduated from is recognised.

my university status is H+ but i cannot find my course , do i stilll qualify as skilled worker? pls check your e.mail

Hannania:
There are two categories:

1. Skilled worker: If your degree is H+ on Anabin, and your degree is also on Anabin, all you need is your block of 13092 euros of SL, and you'll get your Visa. No need for a language test. If it's not, you need to do ZAB. It cost 208 euros and takes 3 months

2. Unskilled workers: These are people whose Universities are not H+, their degree course is not certified, or have HND or vocational training. If you fall here, you need the language certificate of IELTS B1 or A1 German. You also need to get six points from the point system.

https://nigeria.diplo.de/ng-en/2691130-2691130?openAccordionId=item-2696670-3-

i used my certificate to gained master course in german university in the past does that mean my course is recognized? i am asking because i saw my university as H+ but cannot find my course, i studied human kinetics but i saw related names physical Education, i think do not call it human kinetics there , what do you think?

Hannania:
There are two categories:

1. Skilled worker: If your degree is H+ on Anabin, and your degree is also on Anabin, all you need is your block of 13092 euros of SL, and you'll get your Visa. No need for a language test. If it's not, you need to do ZAB. It cost 208 euros and takes 3 months

2. Unskilled workers: These are people whose Universities are not H+, their degree course is not certified, or have HND or vocational training. If you fall here, you need the language certificate of IELTS B1 or A1 German. You also need to get six points from the point system.

https://nigeria.diplo.de/ng-en/2691130-2691130?openAccordionId=item-2696670-3-

Should someone who ed for Opportunity Card using the old link a day before the portal was introduced still do same on the new portal? Or just wait?

Hannania:
Send a snapshot. Seems you indicated your ission is in in the previous clicks

Dinzelflash:

Are you going for a preparatory course ?

MissNK:
Should someone who ed for Opportunity Card using the old link a day before the portal was introduced still do same on the new portal? Or just wait?

Everyone was sent a link to go and create an on the new digital platform. The old booking has been canceled. It's more of a first come first served process. if your documents are complete, you send them for preliminary review and it's checked within a week. If all is well, you'll get a link to book an appointment. You get your Visa in 20 days. It's straight forward

pineapplejuice:


It's the status of recognition of the University.
H+: Fully recognised
H+/-: Partially recognised (not all degrees from the University are recognised)
H-: Unrecognised, no degrees from the University are recognised

Okay thank you

Hannania:
Its not fixed. They use the official exchange rate. So expect 118k. Just go with 130k cash and have same in your card just incase

U know suitable hotel around that area?

Guys going for interview, which hotel de ok and cost friendly that area

Chriswazo:


U know a suitable hotel in that area?

Guys going for interview, which hotel de ok and cost friendly that area

Check Google for this the person you are asking is not in Nigeria, check for the embassy address and search of the hotel around.

Chriswazo:


U know suitable hotel around that area?

Guys going for interview, which hotel de ok and cost friendly that area

There's one inside bonny camp(The army barracks). It's a walking distance from the embassy. You have to book early because it's hardly free of reservations

Hannania:
No you can't. The visa is attached to you, not your dad. There are only 3 ways to get your proof of livelihood. A block in your name which you'll only have access to 992 monthly or a sponsor can issue you a Declaration of Commitment “Verpflichtungserklärung”, also called a sponsorship letter. The last is a full-time scholarship that covers that 992 monthly.

If your dad has a valid residence permit and is eligible, let him issue you the second option. He should set up an appointment at the Ausländerbehörde of his city. They'll ask for his recent 3 months payslip, house contract, and port. Then they'll check if his salary is enough to sponsor you. It's that simple. So reach out to him

Alright thank you!

Hannania:
Are you going for a preparatory course ?

no, for a masters. And a preparatory language course was paid for already by daad for me to attend before I can begin school

Hannania:
Everyone was sent a link to go and create an on the new digital platform. The old booking has been canceled. It's more of a first come first served process. if your documents are complete, you send them for preliminary review and it's checked within a week. If all is well, you'll get a link to book an appointment. You get your Visa in 20 days. It's straight forward

Everyone?👀
I didn’t get one

Freebys:


Everyone?👀
I didn’t get one

Go and open an and your docs if you have them asap

Hannania:
Go and open an and your docs if you have them asap

It's just for opportunity card right?

Dinzelflash:
no, for a masters. And a preparatory language course was paid for already by daad for me to attend before I can begin school

You need A1 German to attend preparatory courses. So go and write it asap