Visa & Residence Permit

EU Nationals

Students who have the nationality of one of the European Union membership states (EU-nationals) do not need a visa to enter Germany.

EU nationals do not need to apply for a residence permit. However, after arrival they have to report to the “Einwohnermeldeamt” (residence registration office) or "Bürgeramt" (citizens' office) and register their address in Germany. They should bring with them

• passport or national identity card
• Proof of acceptance/admission/immatriculation at the university
• rental contract
• so called "Wohnungsgeberbestätigung" (to be filled out and signed by the landlord or property owner of your accommodation)

The “Einwohnermeldeamt” or "Bürgeramt" will issue a "Meldebescheinigung" (residence registration certificate). They should safeguard this document, i.e. they should keep the original with their other documents in their room and carry a copy of it with their passport or ID card.