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Studying in Germany

Whether a preparatory language course or a direct study start: we accompany you step by step – from the first consultation through the documents to the visa application.

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Find the right visa

Depending on your language level and admission, two routes lead to studying in Germany.

Study preparation visa

Language course in Germany followed by studies

  • For a preparatory German course (at least 20 hours/week) followed by studies.
  • German skills at least at level A2, proven at an ALTE-certified institute (e.g. Goethe-Institut, telc, TestDaF).
  • Conditional admission letter or applicant confirmation, or correspondence with the university.
  • The language course may start no earlier than 2 months after the visa application has been submitted.
  • Proof of financing for the first year: €11,904 – blocked account or formal obligation letter (Verpflichtungserklärung).

Student visa

Direct study start at a German university

  • For directly starting a degree programme in Germany.
  • Unconditional admission letter from the university required.
  • Language proof: German with DSH or TestDaF, or English with IELTS, TOEFL or other certificates.
  • Proof of financing for the first year: €11,904 (€992/month) – blocked account or formal obligation letter (Verpflichtungserklärung).
  • Application submitted in person at TLScontact.

Your course cities in Germany

We offer language courses in eight German cities – each with its own character.

  • Berlin: Brandenburger Tor

    Berlin

    Berlin is the capital and largest city of Germany, with a highly international environment. For language learners and students, the city offers a wide range of language schools and higher education institutions as well as a diverse cultural life.

  • Düsseldorf: Rheinturm und Medienhafen

    Düsseldorf

    Düsseldorf is the capital of North Rhine-Westphalia on the Rhine and an important business location. The city has an international character and lies in a densely populated region with numerous higher education institutions nearby.

  • Frankfurt am Main: Skyline am Main

    Frankfurt am Main

    Frankfurt am Main is an international financial and transport hub with one of Europe's largest airports. The city is strongly international and home to several higher education institutions, including Goethe University.

  • Freiburg: Freiburger Münster

    Freiburg

    Freiburg im Breisgau lies in south-west Germany on the edge of the Black Forest, close to the French and Swiss borders. Its long-established university shapes the city's strongly student-oriented life.

  • Heidelberg: Alte Brücke und Schloss

    Heidelberg

    Heidelberg is known for its historic old town and Germany's oldest university. The cityscape and everyday life are strongly shaped by students and international visitors.

  • München: Marienplatz mit Rathaus und Frauenkirche

    München

    Munich is the capital of Bavaria and one of Germany's largest cities, with renowned universities and a strong labour market. The city combines an international environment with proximity to the Alps.

  • Münster: Prinzipalmarkt

    Münster

    Münster is a university city in Westphalia with a historic old town and a reputation for being particularly bicycle-friendly. The high proportion of students shapes urban life.

  • Nürnberg: Kaiserburg

    Nürnberg

    Nuremberg is the second-largest city in Bavaria, with a well-known historic old town. It lies at the centre of a metropolitan region with higher education institutions as well as industrial and technology companies.

Photos: Wikimedia Commons, licence notes in the legal notice.

Your path to the student visa

From the first German course to your arrival in Germany – this is how the process works.

All time indications are approximate guidelines. Processing times of the authorities may vary. As of: July 2026

The process in brief

Step 1 of 7

Learn German in Tunisia

You learn German up to the level required for your path – flexibly online from Tunisia.

  1. Step 1 · 2–8 months depending on starting level

    Learn German in Tunisia

    You learn German up to the level required for your path – flexibly online from Tunisia.

  2. Step 2 · approx. 2 weeks

    Exam preparation

    Targeted preparation for a recognised language exam at an ALTE-certified institute.

  3. Step 3 · approx. 2 weeks

    Exam & certificate (express)

    You take the language exam and receive your certificate as proof.

  4. Step 4 · approx. 1–1.5 weeks

    Digital submission via DIPLO

    Your documents are submitted and pre-checked digitally on the DIPLO portal of the German Embassy.

  5. Step 5 · approx. 2–3 weeks

    TLS appointment

    In-person appointment at TLScontact: you submit your biometric data and present your original documents – they are not handed over.

  6. Step 6 · approx. 8–12 weeks

    Processing of the visa application

    The embassy reviews your application – we keep an eye on the status together with you.

  7. Step 7 · approx. 2 weeks

    Departure & arrival

    Collect your visa, plan your trip and arrive in Germany – we support you after arrival as well.

Our packages for your studies in Germany

One package for the path via the preparatory language course, one for direct university entry – everything from one source.

Study preparation package

TND 1,800.00

  • Personalised orientation consulting
  • Completion of the VIDEX visa application form
  • Drafting of the motivation letter and CV
  • University admission application
  • Opening of the blocked account
  • Taking out suitable travel health insurance
  • Enrolment at the language school
  • Document verification request via DIPLO
  • Appointment booking at TLScontact
  • Support with the second submission (deuxième dépôt)

Optional add-ons: Recognition via uni-assist, Accommodation booking in Germany, Airport pick-up.

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Studies package

TND 1,800.00

  • Personalised orientation consulting
  • Completion of the VIDEX visa application form
  • Drafting of the motivation letter and CV
  • University enrolment
  • Opening of the blocked account
  • Taking out suitable travel health insurance
  • Document verification request via DIPLO
  • Appointment booking at TLScontact
  • Support with the second submission (deuxième dépôt)

Optional add-ons: Recognition via uni-assist, Accommodation booking in Germany, Airport pick-up.

Configure package & send request

All amounts are Moondo's fees. Official fees, the blocked account, insurance and language school costs are extra.

Do you only need individual services?

Moondo also supports you with individual documents or steps of your application – exactly where you need help.

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