Student visa extension (for studies)

Overview

Use this six to eight weeks before your student residence permit expires. Apply for extension at the Ausländerbehörde with enrollment proof, finances, and insurance.

Timing to be aware of

Deadline applies

Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.

What you'll need

• Enrollment certificate
• financial proof
• health insurance
• passport

Common questions

Questions people often look up at this stage. Answers are general — confirm with the relevant office or a qualified professional.

• I just graduated in Germany. How do I switch to a work permit?
• My student visa says I can work 120 full days. How is this calculated?
• Can I homeschool my child in Germany?
• The Foreigners' Office never replies to my emails. How can I get a response?
• My visa expires in 72 hours and the Foreigners' Office hasn't replied. Am I illegal?

Related events

• Ausländerbehörde dispute / visa refusal appeal
  Critical
  When triggered
• Asylantrag legal support
  Critical
  When triggered
• Integrationskurs application
  Critical
  When triggered
• Einbürgerungstest (citizenship test) registration
  Critical
  Deadline applies
• B1 Deutschprüfung for Niederlassungserlaubnis
  Critical
  Deadline applies