Study in Germany from Nepal: Tuition, Blocked Account and Visa

Why Germany attracts Nepali students

Low tuition at public universities is the big draw, along with strong engineering, computer science and natural science programmes. The trade-off is language: daily life and many part-time jobs need German, and most bachelor’s programmes are taught in German. Learning German before you go makes a real difference.

Entry requirements

• Bachelor’s: Nepali +2 is often not enough for direct entry; many students need a foundation year (Studienkolleg) or one or two years of university study first.
• Master’s: a relevant bachelor’s with good grades; course-specific requirements are strict.
• English test for English-taught programmes, or German test (TestDaF/DSH) for German-taught ones.
• Some applicants need an APS certificate verifying their academic documents. Check whether this currently applies to Nepal before applying.
• Many universities use uni-assist to check international applications.

Costs and the blocked account

Even without tuition, you pay a semester fee each term and must show you can cover living costs. The usual way is a blocked account holding the amount the German government sets per year, from which you withdraw a fixed sum each month. The amount is updated regularly; check the current figure with the German Embassy before you prepare funds.

Student visa and work rights

You apply for a national (D) student visa with your admission letter, blocked account confirmation, health insurance and academic documents. Students can work a limited number of days per year. After graduating, you can apply for a residence permit to look for work for up to 18 months; check current rules before relying on it.

Germany or Ireland?

Germany is cheaper on tuition but often needs German and longer study. Ireland is English-speaking, most taught master’s take one year, and graduates currently get up to 24 months of Stamp 1G stay back with access to EU tech and pharma employers. If you do not want to learn a new language, Ireland is usually the easier European choice.

Step by step

1. 1

   Check eligibility

   Confirm direct entry, Studienkolleg or master’s requirements for your degree.

2. 2

   Language

   Take IELTS/TOEFL for English courses or start German early.

3. 3

   Apply

   Apply directly or through uni-assist before winter or summer deadlines.

4. 4

   Blocked account

   Open a blocked account and arrange health insurance.

5. 5

   Student visa

   Book your appointment and submit your D visa application.

Frequently asked questions