Studying in Germany

Funds to prove

€992 a month in 2026, i.e. €11,904 for the first year, in a blocked account or through an official declaration of commitment.

Tuition fees

Most public universities charge no tuition. Exceptions: Baden-Württemberg (€1,500 per semester for non-EU students) and some Bavarian universities. A semester contribution of €70 to €430 applies everywhere.

Health insurance

With a German provider, with unlimited cover, valid for at least 2 months (1 year if you start with a language course in Germany).

Language level

A certificate is only required if the admission does not state that your level was checked. For an English-taught program: IELTS or TOEFL.

Registration

Online, on the official visa portal (Auslandsportal), for most study, training and work visas.

Submission

VFS Global in Yaoundé receives study applications (except scholarship holders and researchers) and vocational training applications; the decision rests with the embassy.

Visa fee

Paid at the counter against an official receipt, reduced rate under 18; VFS charges a service fee on top. Current amounts given in your quote.

Passport

Valid for at least 12 months, with at least two blank pages.

Language certificates

Only certificates from ALTE bodies are accepted (Goethe-Institut, telc, ÖSD, TestDaF, ECL), and the oldest module must be less than one year old.

Registration and submission are free. The embassy advises against agencies selling appointments: we do not do that. Our help covers understanding the rules and preparing your file.