Study in Germany from Nepal — Free Tuition & 18-Month Job Seeker Visa

Not necessarily. Over 1,400 programs are taught entirely in English, especially at Masters level. These are primarily at major research universities and technical universities. However, learning basic German (A2–B1) greatly helps with daily life, housing searches, and integrating into local culture. For German-medium programs, a B2–C1 level is required, demonstrated through the TestDaF or DSH tests.

APS (Akademische Prüfstelle / Academic Evaluation Centre) is a mandatory document verification process for students from Nepal (and certain other countries such as China, Vietnam, and Mongolia) applying to German universities. The APS certificate confirms that your academic documents are genuine and that your qualifications meet German standards. The process typically takes 4–8 weeks. EVEC guides you through every step, including document preparation, scheduling, and submission.

A blocked account (Sperrkonto) is a special German bank account that you open before applying for your student visa. You must deposit a minimum of €11,208 per year (the 2024 requirement) to demonstrate you have sufficient funds to support yourself. Once you arrive in Germany, you can withdraw €934 per month. The account is "blocked" so you cannot withdraw the full amount at once — this reassures the embassy of long-term financial stability. Recommended providers: Fintiba, Expatrio, and Deutsche Bank.

Yes — international students in Germany can work 120 full days or 240 half days per year without needing additional work permits. Many students find Studentenjobs (student jobs) in cafes, retail, or as student assistants (HiWi) at their university, typically earning €12–15/hour. Note that you are not permitted to begin working before your studies officially start. Working more than the permitted days requires special approval from the immigration authority.

After successfully completing your degree at a German university, you are entitled to apply for an 18-month job seeker visa (Aufenthaltserlaubnis zur Arbeitssuche). This allows you to remain in Germany and actively search for a position related to your qualification. You must demonstrate sufficient funds during this period (approximately €934/month via savings or part-time work). Once you receive a job offer matching your qualifications, you convert the visa to a regular German work permit (Aufenthaltserlaubnis zur Beschäftigung). Many international graduates find employment within 3–6 months.

Yes — Germany offers one of the clearest EU pathways to permanent residency. After completing your degree in Germany and subsequently working for at least 2 years in a job related to your qualifications, you can apply for a Niederlassungserlaubnis (settlement permit / permanent residency). Requirements include sufficient German language skills (typically B1), financial self-sufficiency, and a clean record. With the EU Blue Card (for high-earners), the timeline can be reduced to as little as 21 months with B1 German skills.