Study in Germany from Bangladesh (2025 Guide)

Guide - Study in Germany from Bangladesh

Study in Germany from Bangladesh is popular for world-class universities, strong research, and comparatively low tuition at many public institutions. This guide gives you the exact steps: shortlisting courses, applying through uni-assist or directly, and preparing your national (D) student visa in Dhaka with the 2025 blocked account amount and checklist.

Step 1: Shortlist Your Course & University

Pick 3–6 programs that match your background (Bachelor/Master).
Check the language of instruction (English/German) and entry requirements on each program page.
Use DAAD country pages for an overview of studying and visas.

Tip: Track deadlines; many programs start in September/October, and some in March/April.

Step 2: Application Routes - Uni-Assist vs. Direct

Many universities use uni-assist to pre-check international applications; others accept direct applications.

uni-assist: Create a My assist account, upload documents once, select programs, and submit per-program fees.

Direct to university: follow the school’s portal/instructions exactly (requirements vary).

Step 3: Prepare Your Visa (German Embassy Dhaka)

Bangladeshi nationals need a student national visa (subclass D) before travel and must book an online appointment with the German Embassy Dhaka.

Core documents (summary):

Passport, application form, biometric photo
Proof of admission (Offer/Zulassungsbescheid)
Proof of financing (see blocked account below) , health insurance
Academic transcripts, language proof (as required)
Embassy forms/fees (follow the latest checklist)

Step 4: Proof of Financing - Blocked Account Amount (2025)

For most students, the standard blocked account (Sperrkonto) shows €11,904 for 12 months (that is €992/month) for visa purposes in 2025. Check your checklist and provider instructions.

The Dhaka embassy’s checklist explicitly cites €11,904 total and €992/month for 12 months. You can also fund via full scholarship or official sponsor as specified by the embassy.

Step 5: Health Insurance

You must hold valid health insurance for your stay. Students typically use a statutory (public) plan after arrival; for the visa stage, submit acceptable proof per embassy guidance.

Step 6: APS - Do Bangladeshi Applicants Need It?

No. The German Embassy Dhaka states it does not use an APS office; you should not apply via another country’s APS.

Suggested Timeline (Example)

6–9 months before intake: shortlist programs, create uni-assist/direct applications, and sit English/German tests if needed.
3–5 months: get admission; open blocked account; arrange insurance; collect documents.
2–3 months: book Embassy appointment; submit complete file; respond to any RFI.

Before travel: accommodation, flight, and arrival documents.

Typical Costs (High Level)

Tuition: Many public universities charge low or no tuition (semester fees apply); some states or programs (esp. certain Master’s or Baden-Württemberg) charge tuition.

Living: plan around the blocked account figure; city choice affects rent. (Use the €992/month as a planning baseline.)

Quick Checklist

Offer/Admission letter
Blocked account confirmation (€11,904 / €992×12) or scholarship/sponsor proof

Health insurance proof (visa-acceptable)

Academic transcripts/certificates and translations
Passport, photos, completed visa form(s)
Appointment confirmation + fee payment
No APS needed for Bangladesh (per Embassy Dhaka)

FAQs

1) Do Bangladeshi students need APS?

No. The Embassy Dhaka confirms it does not use an APS office; do not apply via another country’s APS

2) How much money is needed in the blocked account for 2025?

€11,904 total (€992/month × 12). Follow the latest Dhaka embassy checklist and the official Study-in-Germany site.

3) Where do I apply for the visa?

At the German Embassy Dhaka, by online appointment, after you compile the required documents.

4) What is uni-assist, and do I have to use it?

Uni-assist is a centralized pre-check service used by many universities; some take direct applications instead. Your target university will specify which route to use.

5) What about health insurance?

You must provide acceptable health insurance for the visa and then enroll in a student plan after arrival.