How can errors in the name printed on a German APS certificate be corrected?
You correct a name error by emailing info@aps-india.de with the exact subject line Digzert Mistake, attaching your incorrect certificate, passport, and degree as proof. If there is no response in a few days, courier physical copies with your login ID and token number to New Delhi.
You can fix a name error on your APS certificate through the official administrative channel, since the digital document cannot be edited on your own. Move quickly and keep every communication in writing so you have a paper trail if your university deadline is close.
Correction Process at a Glance
| Step | What to Send |
|---|---|
| info@aps-india.de, subject "Digzert Mistake" | |
| Attachments | Incorrect certificate, passport, mark sheets |
| If no reply | Courier copies plus login ID and token number to New Delhi |
| Timeline | Roughly 48 hours to two weeks to reissue |
Protect Your Timeline While You Wait
- Email your university's international office with the incorrect certificate and proof you requested a correction
- Never book your visa interview until the APS name exactly matches your passport
- Keep your APS login ID, token number, and password ready for faster processing
My Advice
Send the correction email the same day you spot the error, and inform your target university immediately so a slow APS turnaround does not cost you your application deadline. Do not attempt your visa interview until the corrected certificate is in hand and matches your passport exactly.
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