APS Certificate for Germany: Complete Guide for India, China & Vietnam (2026)
Everything about the APS certificate — who needs it, documents, fees, processing time, and how to avoid the mistakes that delay thousands of applications every year.
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Yes! Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees for bachelor and master programs — even for international students. You only pay a semester contribution of €150-350 which often includes public transport.
Not necessarily. There are over 2,000 English-taught programs, especially at master level. For German-taught programs you typically need B2/C1 (TestDaF or DSH). Basic German still helps enormously with daily life and part-time jobs.
A blocked account (Sperrkonto) is required for your student visa. You need to prove €11,904 per year (€992/month) in a blocked account. This ensures you can support yourself financially during your studies.
On average, students need €850-1,200 per month depending on the city. This includes rent (€300-500), food (€200-250), health insurance (€110), transport (€50-80), and other expenses.
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For the winter semester (October start) most programs close on July 15; for the summer semester (April start) on January 15. Many programs — and uni-assist processing — need documents weeks earlier, so start your application 3-4 months before the deadline.
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