How much monthly training allowance do I need to show for a company-based Ausbildung visa in Germany?
For a company-based vocational training visa in Germany, a training allowance of at least EUR 1,048 gross or EUR 822 net per month is considered sufficient for livelihood purposes. If your allowance is lower, extra financial proof can generally cover the difference.
For a company-based Ausbildung visa, an allowance of at least EUR 1,048 gross (approx INR 1.15 L) or EUR 822 net (approx INR 89,812) per month is treated as enough to live on. If your allowance falls below this, you can generally cover the gap with additional financial proof.
Allowance thresholds
| Measure | Monthly amount (EUR) |
|---|---|
| Gross training allowance | 1,048 (approx INR 1.15 L) |
| Net training allowance | 822 (approx INR 89,812) |
Typical monthly living costs in Germany
| Expense | Approximate monthly cost (EUR) |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | 350 to 800 (approx INR 38,241 to 87,408) |
| Food and groceries | 250 to 450 (approx INR 27,315 to 49,167) |
| Utilities and internet | 180 to 350 (approx INR 19,667 to 38,241) |
| Health insurance | 120 to 250 (approx INR 13,111 to 27,315) |
| Personal expenses | 100 to 200 (approx INR 10,926 to 21,852) |
| Transportation | 50 to 65 (approx INR 5,463 to 7,102) |
Costs depend heavily on the city, and rent is usually higher in major cities.
My Advice
Ask your employer for the exact allowance in the training contract before you plan your finances. If the figure is below the threshold, prepare extra proof of funds early so that it does not delay your visa file.
Cash income, business income or no ITR?
See whether your funds and documents will pass the German visa check.
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