How should you prepare for the interview with the embassy? When applying for a German…

How should you prepare for the interview with the embassy?

When applying for a German Visa, before the interview with the embassy, we suggest you hand it in person. The reason for this is, in case you didn’t get all the required documents, they can help you with what else you need to be able to get the Visa.

Do you need a visa in order to visit Germany?

There are a lot of reasons why people want to travel to Germany. Members of the Schengen States can visit this beautiful place without a visa as a result of the Schengen Agreement, as for non-EU citizens, they can visit, study, work in it but must obtain a Schengen visa first.

How long will it take you to open a blocked account?

Opening your blocked account only takes a few minutes. You only need to enter a few details into the application form, then you upload a copy of your identity papers and you’re almost done. You will get the confirmation of the account opening within 24 hours. Afterwards you can transfer the minimum blocked amount. After receipt of payment (in international payment traffic this usually takes 3 to 5 working days after the money has been transferred) you will immediately get the officially approved confirmation of your blocked account for your visa application. No paperwork, no long waiting times, no visits to the authorities. Just open your blocked account online and you will already have cleared one hurdle on the way to getting your visa – quickly and comfortably.

What are some of the deportation costs insurance for students?

In case of an officially ordered deportation of the visitor, the insurance policy covers the incurring costs up to €4,000 if claims are made against the host. Unlike former policies, the current deportation costs policy also provides coverage after the expiration of insurance if the visitor, against all expectations, has not left the Federal Republic of Germany.

What should you and can you do in the case of an illness?

Foreign visitors are covered by private travel health insurance. Such health insurance covers only acute medical treatment of newly occurred illnesses. Please consider the following three rules of conduct for outpatient treatments:

1. Please consult a general practitioner before seeing a specialist or going to hospital.
2. Please provide the physician with our Ärzte-Info-Ticket (medical info card) prior to the treatment.
3. Please tell your doctor that some treatments require approval and that you need a medical costs projection for these treatments.

What should you do in the even of liability losses?

Liability insurance deals with financial claims caused by your misconduct. Under statutory regulation, the policy covers the risks of everyday life as well as any activities as an intern. The policy includes any third-party claims as well as any personal damage to the host family and other persons living in the household caused by an au pair up to the maximum sum insured; in addition, the policy also covers damage to immovable property of the host family. Please notify us immediately in case of liability losses. Notification of liability losses is handled by: DR-WALTER GmbH Abteilung Leistung (Claims Department) Eisenerzstr. 34 53819 Neunkirchen-Seelscheid Germany Email: claims(at)dr-walter.com   Tel: +49 (0) 2247 9194 -31 Fax: +49 (0) 2247 9194 -20

What are some of the options that you have with the PROTRIP-WORLD?

With PROTRIP-WORLD the choice is yours. Comprehensive insurance package or low budget insurance – PROTRIP-WORLD can be everything. By buying one of the additional package consisting of accident, liability, baggage and assistance insurance, you will get comprehensive insurance cover. In addition to that you can choose between the insurance with or without a deductible.

What is a blocked account?

Of course, there are various forms of blocked accounts. In this section we provide information about the blocked account you probably need if you want to study in Germany and if your home country does not belong to the European Union or the “Schengen states”. Among others, this applies to:

• • Turkey
  • China
  • India

• Russia
• Ukraine
• Cameroon
• Vietnam
• South Corea
• Morocco

In these and many other countries you need to prove your ability to support yourself during your stay in Germany when applying for a visa. The most common method to fulfill this requirement is opening a German blocked account. Please contact the responsible embassy or consulate general if you want to find out whether you need a blocked account for your visa.