Securing a student visa
Important for students without a EU nationality
The entry requirements for the Federal Republic of Germany vary depending on the country of origin. Please inquire at the German diplomatic mission in your home country whether you need a visa. Information on this can also be found on the Federal Government's
Make it in Germany website.
The application process can take a long time, so please apply as soon as possible to ensure you make it to Mannheim on time.
The DAAD offers a good overview of the visa application process
Need help navigating the visa-process?
VisaFlow simplifies your transition to Germany by offering comprehensive step-by-step guidance through your relocation process and initial steps in Germany.
Their web app incorporates all essential information into an interactive and easy-to-use format.
As a Technische Hochschule Mannheim student, you can access VisaFlow free of charge using the code "THMANNHEIM25". Start your journey with VisaFlow by visiting platform.visaflow.app.
Proof of financial resources
In order to be issued a student visa, non-EU citizens must submit proof of financial resources to the German authorities. Applicants need to demonstrate that they can cover their minimum amount required for living expenses in Germany during their period of study.
You can submit either proof of personal or parental funding, and/or proof of scholarship funding.
You can find more details about the amount of financial resources you have to prove and the different ways to prove it on the website of the DAAD.
If you want to find out about the possible costs of living in Mannheim, please consult our information on living expenses in Mannheim.