Is it free for me to create a Universitaly account and complete pre-enrolment as an international student?
27 Oct 2026 · Answered by Yasika Choudhary · 1 min read
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Yes, creating an account and completing pre-enrolment on Universitaly is free. Student visa and consular fees are separate and are paid directly to the embassy or consulate. The portal is mandatory for non-EU/EFTA students who need pre-enrolment to apply for a student visa.
Yes, creating an account and completing pre-enrolment on Universitaly is free for international students. Visa and consular fees are separate, so you should plan for them on their own.
What Is Free and What Is Not
| Item | Cost status |
|---|---|
| Universitaly account creation | Free |
| Universitaly pre-enrolment | Free |
| Student visa and consular fees | Separate; paid directly to the embassy or consulate |
Who Needs Universitaly
- It is mandatory for non-EU/EFTA students who need pre-enrolment to apply for a student visa.
- It applies to bachelor's (1st cycle), master's (2nd cycle) and single-cycle programs such as Medicine or Architecture.
- PhD admissions are generally handled directly by institutions or national doctoral portals, not through Universitaly pre-enrolment.
My Advice
Create your account early and keep your documents ready, since the portal is the gateway to your visa step. Fees and rules can change, so check the official Universitaly and embassy pages.
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