§ 16b, § 20 Abs. 3 AufenthG
Study → Work: from Nepal to Germany
Study in Germany (often tuition-free), work 140 full days per year alongside, then use the 18-month post-graduation permit to find a job — and graduates of German universities reach permanent residence after just 2 years of work.
Requirements
- University admission (or conditional admission + Studienkolleg)
- Blocked account: €11,904 for one year (2026) — €992/month
- Health insurance (student public insurance available under 30)
- Language of instruction: German (usually B2/C1 + TestDaF/DSH) or English programmes
Financial thresholds (2026)
- Blocked account (2026): €11,904
How to apply
- Get admission via uni-assist or directly Check whether your degree qualifies for direct admission on anabin/DAAD; some countries require Studienkolleg first.Official page ↗
- Open the blocked account & get insurance €11,904 (2026) with a licensed provider; incoming insurance until enrolment, then student public insurance (~€130–150/month all-in under 30).
- Apply via the Consular Services Portal Student visas got priority in the digital rollout — processing is now typically 4–6 weeks.Official page ↗
- Work smart during your studies 140 full / 280 half days per year allowed; Werkstudent jobs in your field double as your future CV and often convert to full-time offers.
- After graduation: 18 months to find your job The § 20 Abs. 3 permit allows ANY work while searching. Once you sign a qualified contract, switch to § 18b or Blue Card.
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