In case my visa to the US is not approved, can I apply to Germany as a second option?
Yes, you can apply to study in Germany even if your US student visa is not approved. A previous US visa rejection does not automatically affect your eligibility for a German student visa, but you should address any concerns from your US visa refusal in your German application.
To apply for a German student visa, you will need:
- Admission letter from a recognized German university
- APS certificate (mandatory for Indian students; processing takes 3 - 4 months)
- Proof of funds (blocked account with €11,904 for one year’s living expenses)
- German public health insurance
- Language proficiency scores (IELTS/TOEFL for English programs; TestDaF/DSH for German programs)
- National Visa (Type D) application (processing time is typically 4 - 12 weeks)
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