Do students need to bring a parent's original passport to a German student visa VFS appointment?
Adult students, aged 18 and above, do not need a parent's original passport at their VFS appointment. Minors need a parent present with their own ID, and if a parent is your financial sponsor through a formal obligation letter, you only need a photocopy of their passport data page.
Adult students, meaning those aged 18 and above, do not need to bring a parent's original passport to their German student visa VFS appointment. The exact requirement depends on your age and how your studies are funded, so check which category applies to you.
What Applies By Situation
| Situation | What Is Needed |
|---|---|
| Under 18 years old | Parent attends with their own original ID |
| Adult, funded by blocked account | No parent documents required |
| Adult, parent is financial sponsor | Photocopy of parent's passport data page only |
What You Must Bring Yourself
- Your own valid passport with at least two blank pages.
- Original academic certificates and mark sheets.
- Your APS certificate, if it applies to your country.
- Proof of funding, whether a blocked account or sponsorship letter.
My Advice
If a parent is sponsoring you financially, get their signed obligation letter and a clear passport photocopy ready well before your appointment date, so a last minute scanning issue does not force you to reschedule your entire visa slot.
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