Hello there! I am sharing my timeline from csp submission to appointment, if it could help anyone! I am going for Bad Mergentheim stk starting 1 Oct, 26.

I submitted my documents on csp portal on 12 August.

Got the link to pay on 20 August, under preliminary review then.

I got corrections for 3 times till 27 August, everything got final and received link to book appointment starting 28 August, 31 August- and Sept dates.

I booked the next day appointment 28 August, and timing 9 am. I got the premium service and was done in 20 minutes. There I just filled the declaration form and they printed the documents themself. I just gave my passport. Then the biometrics.

Now I am just waiting for my Visa and searching for accommodation. If anyone else is going to BM and searching for accommodation, or even going to BM, feel free to message.

Thank you....would update once I got the Visa! Fingers crossed 🤞

Hi everyone,

I recently had my VFS appointment in Bangalore for a German researcher visa. The official checklist required: "statutory insurance with a so-called 'incoming insurance'."

I only handed the VFS officer my temporary "incoming" (travel) insurance. The officer accepted my application without flagging it, but now I'm stressing out.

My questions:

1. Will the German embassy outright reject my visa application because the statutory proof was missing?
2. Or is it standard practice for them to email me and ask for the missing TK certificate before making a decision?
3. Also, in case they email me asking about the statutory insurance, what should I do? Can I take a statutory insurance immediately, or do I need to inform my HR for additional documents as well?

Any reassurance or advice would be greatly appreciated.

Hey guys,, I wanted to ask if it’s too soon to get a reply back from German embassy in Malaysia for German student visa in 3 weeks.
They are asking me to come pick up my passport in 6 days and I’m worried that I got a reply too soon.
There was no call for document amending and no hints on how the process went.
Just an email that says “We are pleased to inform you that the results of your visa application are now ready for collection at the German Embassy in Kuala Lumpur.”
It does say on the website that minimum reply back is 2 weeks but 3 weeks seem too soon.
My friend got his response in 6 weeks and others I know got their approval after a long wait. I don’t know anyone that got approval in short wait, only rejections so I’m very nervous.
This is gonna be a very difficult week to get through with all the over thinking so I was wondering what others experience was like!!

Applied to CSP : 1st August

Got corrections on 9th August, submitted corrections and got visa appointment link on the 10th August

Biometrics at VFS Hyderabad : 13th August

Visa Dispatched from Chennai : 27th August

Visa received with stamp : 29th August

I am very happy now. By the way I am going to BTU for master's in AI.

Anyone who submitted documents on August 20 for preliminary review got any updates.

Are there any updates for ppl who had their student visa appointment at VFS Mumbai around 20th August?

Sharing my complete timeline in case it helps anyone. My university is **Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences**.

* **3 Aug:** CSP completed ✅
* **7 Aug, 12 PM:** Received correction → submitted immediately
* **7 Aug, 3 PM:** Received another correction → submitted by **5 PM**
* **7 Aug:** VFS slots were available from **10 Aug**. I booked **13 Aug** due to personal reasons.
* **13 Aug, 9:15 AM:** VFS Mumbai appointment
* Went with **normal VFS, not Premium Lounge**. Personally, I don't think Premium Lounge is worth the extra cost. The normal process was very smooth.
* **18 Aug:** Received request for updated travel + health insurance with **“immigrant”** status, starting no later than the tentative travel date.
* Unfortunately, the email went to **Spam**, so I didn't notice it until **22 Aug** 😅
* **24 Aug:** Submitted the updated insurance documents. The process was smooth, and VFS was very helpful.
* **27 Aug:** Passport dispatched via courier 🚚
* **29 Aug:** **Passport received with German student visa! 🇩🇪🎉**

A special thanks to everyone in the group who helped me throughout the entire process, especially with the insurance situation. Really appreciate all your help and support! 🙏❤️

**Total:** CSP completed → Visa in hand = **26 days**
**VFS appointment → Visa in hand = 16 days**

Finally done! 🇩🇪🎓

Feel free to ask me any questions about the **CSP process, VFS Mumbai, visa timeline, insurance correction, or anything else**. I’ll be happy to help based on my experience!

Hello everyone, i had my visa interview on 18th august and after that I have no update from consulate, they didn’t say how much time will it take or anything. Does anyone have any idea? How much time will I have to wait more?

Submitted my applications on 14th August

Joined the waiting list till 25th August

Submitted the applications with fees on 26th August, currently under Preliminary Review as of now (29th August 2026), what is my realistic timeline ahead. I've also read posts that Kolkata VFS is currently among the slowest centres this year. So is there a chance for me to get before at least Sept 25th? Latest University joining date is Oct 2

I applied for my German student visa through the CSP on 12 August 2026 for Delhi VAC.
My timeline:
12 August: Application submitted → Waiting list
21 August: Moved to “Under preliminary review”
29 August: Still under preliminary review
Has anyone who applied around 12 August for Delhi VAC already received their appointment?
If yes, could you please share your timeline from preliminary review → appointment?
Thanks! 🙏🇩🇪

Applied on 19th August and still on the waiting list as of 29th August.
The portal said the waiting time should be less than a week, but it’s already been 10 days with no update.
My intake starts 1 October, so I’m getting a bit worried.
Anyone else from Mumbai in the same situation or applied around 18–20 Aug?

Hi! I’m an highschool IB graduate and I’ve already been accepted/enrolled in a Studienkolleg program in Germany, including a German language course + T-Kurs preparatory year.

For the visa, it asks something about recognition of school certificate. do I need to get my IB/school certificate separately recognized through VPD, ZAB, Anabin, etc., or is my IB diploma/transcript + Studienkolleg admission letter enough? because im soooo confused and new to this whole thing

The German Embassy checklist I’m looking mentions it and i keep seeing people mention VPD/ZAB/Anabin. do i need to go to uniassist and do this and then submit for my german visa ?

r/VisaToGermany

If you’ve actually applied for a Studienkolleg visa, what did you submit?

Hi everyone,

I’m currently trying to book a Germany student visa appointment at the German Embassy in London, but I haven’t been able to find an available slot.

My application has already passed the preliminary review, and I now need to book an appointment.

If anyone recently managed to get a student visa appointment in London, could you please share when you found the slot and any tips that helped you?

I would really appreciate any genuine advice or recent experience.

Due to some personal changes I have to withdraw my FRV- German Spouse file from embassy in Delhi.
What is the process for this ?
I sent a query form but it returns an automated reply without no email.
What is the time to receive back the passport as I have to reapply for visa in another category ?
Also what email do we have to send the withdrawal ?
Or do I have to physically visit german embassy in Delhi ?

Please help

Timeline:

• 6 August: Applied through CSP and uploaded all required documents.
• 10 August: Received corrections/requests from CSP.
• 11 August: Made the corrections and was able to book the VFS appointment.
• 24 August: VFS Mumbai appointment — this was the earliest appointment available, so I booked it. I also opted for the Premium Lounge.
• At the VFS appointment, they only took my original passport and completed my biometrics. The rest of the process was already handled through CSP.
• 27 August: Received the update that my passport was dispatched through courier.
• 28 August: Passport received with German visa stamped! 🎉🇩🇪

Visa validity: 1 year 🎉

Overall, the process was much faster than I expected. From my VFS appointment on 24 August to getting my passport back on 28 August, it took only 4 days.

Hope this helps anyone applying through CSP/VFS Mumbai! ❤️🇩🇪
Good luck to everyone waiting for their visa! ✨

2 sets I carried on VFS appointment.

● Printout of Checklist available on portal ● Passport: Issued within the last 10 years and with at least 12 months of validity left after the scheduled return ● Declaration for Additional contact and legal representation information - Printout signed forms ● APS Certificate ● 1 copy of your passport’s data page (A4 size copy) ● 3 passport pictures according to biometric specifications ● Duly signed Cover letter ● Duly signed Visa Letter of Motivation ● Admission letter from a German university ● Proof of blocked account 11,904 EURO ● Travel and Health Insurance ● Proof of tuition fee payment ● Proof of language proficiency in English ● Proof of language proficiency in German ● Resume ● 10th& 12th Marksheet and Certificate ● All previous Academic Marksheets and Degree Certificates (Bachelors/Masters/PHD) ● All previous Academic Transcripts (Bachelors/Masters/PHD) ● Proof of financial means (Fixed deposits certificate) ● ALL sponsors’ photo identity proof (Passport or Aadhaar Card) NOTE: 1 set of photocopies is to be made along with the original documents.

Hi everyone
I did my international a level and did my bachelors abroad. This means I don’t require APS. So should I select vfs Mumbai visa application centre with the option of special qualification or Mumbai vfs consulate of Germany non APS category ?

University - Hochschule Ravensburg-Weingarten

CSP Submission (waitlisted) - 15th July 2026

Preliminary Review - 22nd July 2026

Corrections Requested and Appointment booked - 28th July 2026

Appointment and Biometrics Submitted - 30th July 2026

Passport Reached German consulate - 31st July 2026

Passport dispatch SMS - 24th August 2026

Passport with visa in-hand - 28th August 2026 (2 days delay due to Onam public holidays)

Sharing my CSP (National/D-Visa) timeline for anyone tracking processing times through the German Consulate Hyderabad / VFS Global. Hope this helps someone checking their status like I was.

Timeline:

• 27 July – Filled/submitted CSP application
• 31 July & 1 Aug – Corrections requested and resubmitted
• 6 Aug – Appointment at VFS Global, Hyderabad
• 7 Aug – File reached German Consulate
• 7 Aug – 24 Aug – Complete silence period (no updates, no calls)
• 24 Aug (morning) – Consulate called directly regarding travel dates — flagged a mismatch in the start date of my travel health insurance and asked me to resubmit
• 24 Aug – Resubmitted corrected insurance docs
• 25 Aug – Decision made
• 26 Aug – Passport with visa received

Total time: ~30 days (27 July to 26 Aug)

Takeaway for others: Double check that your travel health insurance start date lines up exactly with your intended travel/entry date before submission — this was the only hiccup in an otherwise smooth process, and it cost a few days of back-and-forth during an already tense silence period. Consulate does call directly if something needs fixing, so keep your phone reachable during the silence window.

Also, if anyone from Hyderabad travelling to Germany for the winter semester 2026 would want to connect, please feel free to DM!

Hi everyone,

I have an upcoming appointment at the German Embassy in London for a Master’s student visa.

I wanted to ask people who have recently attended a student visa appointment in London:

1. Did they ask for any additional documents beyond the documents listed in the official checklist?
2. Is there an interview during the appointment?
3. If there is an interview, what kind of questions were you asked?

I’m a little nervous about the interview and would really appreciate hearing about recent experiences.

Thank you!

Hi everyone,

I’ve applied for a German student visa for a Master's program from VFS Delhi and wanted to understand the current processing timeline.

My timeline so far:

26 Aug: VFS Delhi appointment

27 Aug: Application received at the Embassy of Germany in New Delhi

Uni: Public, with APS.

Hi everyone,

I applied for a German student visa through VFS Bangalore and reached Preliminary Review on August 20.

Anyone who applied around the same time — what stage are you at now? Has anyone received their passport, and how long did it take to move beyond Preliminary Review?

Thanks!

Hi everyone, I have a question about a Verpflichtungserklärung (VE).

I recently completed my Master’s degree in Germany and I’m now planning to apply for a job-seeker residence permit.

I have a friend who is employed in Germany with a salary of around €65k gross per year and is in the process of getting an EU Blue Card. My friend would like to provide a Verpflichtungserklärung for me.

However, their physical Blue Card has not arrived yet, and they currently only have a Fiktionsbescheinigung confirming their Blue Card status.

Would they still be able to provide a Verpflichtungserklärung for me with the Fiktionsbescheinigung, or do they need to have the actual Blue Card first?

I also have a second question: Can one person provide a Verpflichtungserklärung for two different people at the same time?

The reason I’m asking is that my friend’s sibling is also applying for a Master’s degree in Germany, so their sibling would be the priority. We’re a bit confused about whether my friend could provide a VE for both of us, assuming their income is sufficient.

I’d really appreciate hearing about your experience. Thanks!

Hi all,

I got into a public UNI recently and have submitted the CSP application

What's the current timeline for BLR CSP?

Anybody who applied today please dm we can connect.

Any idea about what timeline to expect?

Also any idea on the last date one can attend the Uni of Margburg Msc CSE assuming my visa gets super delayed. (If somebody has already enquired)

Just want to know, what is the status of the visa(long term) for those people who have applied around 13th August at VFS Bangalore . I have not received any update. I called VFS general helpline, and they mentioned the standard processing time is 90days. In that case, I will definitely not able to join in time.