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Wzurine:
@AVO19
I had my interview also in November, 12th to be precise and I was interviewed by a short fair complexion locked hair lady.
An igbo lady I presume. She made the interview too flexible, she asked me questions and constantly, engaged in chats with her colleagues in the next room.

When did you do your interview?

Nov 15th.

Hello everyone, I’ve noticed the amount of people worried about getting interview dates and I want to share my view. (NOTE: This is just my observation/opinion and you are free to disregard it)
1. I think the reason why dates have not been free flowing so far is because the embassy has some personnel issues currently. I say this because, I and a friend had interviews in different weeks in November (cat b) and we noticed that the same V.O interviewed both of us. She’s a Nigerian woman, igbo I think. Also on the day of my interview there were only 2 V.O’s working that morning. If you also recall, a couple of weeks back some people stated that they observed that a couple of V.O’s quit or something. Now, I can’t really say wether that’s true but from what I noticed, it seems like the number of people being interviewed this period are very few, we were only 5 students on the day of my interview.
Now, calm down first, even if my observation is correct, this certainly does not mean that nobody will get dates anymore for summer. I’m very sure that the embassy will be actively working on re-staffing and doing everything possible to cater to everyone, so nobody (cat a or b) should be giving up, or loosing sleep over this. Most schools resume march or April and there’s still enough time to process visas before that time.

2. If you are currently waiting for interview date, piece of advice: don’t just wait passively, you have to be active. First, if you’ve gotten admission already, make sure you’re familiarize yourself with your program coordinator or whoever the contact person in your school is. Email them introducing yourself, then also let them know that you have applied for date and importantly, ask them for the possibility of getting an enrollment extension so that in case you get a date late, you can still make it for summer.
Also, (pls note that this is only advise, you don’t have to follow it, and I will not be liable for any damages. Lol) if your program starts in February and you have not gotten a date now, and you fall in category B, I will advise you to cancel and reapply for date using a much later date like March ending or even 1st of April. This is to give embassy enough time for all the processing. But make sure you have contacted your school about enrollment extension first o, or apply to another school that resumes in March/April as back up.

3. While you are waiting, start preparing in faith too. Learn small German, familiarize yourself with your coursework etc.

I wish everyone good luck.

Interview Transcript 15/11/2019.
Booked on 26th August, AD came on 2 Sept.
Got to the embassy around 6:34 am, there were like 4 other people for student visa. I don’t know if it was Mr paulinus that attended to us but the man was very chill, even stayed with each person to direct on how to arrange our documents. Then we were checked in. I was interviewed by a Nigerian lady in room 2, she collected my docs, money etc. it’s just the basic questions that we all already know..
What course and school?
Why the course?
How is it related to your undergraduate degree?
What school did you go to for bsc?
Why Germany?
Is your program taught in English?
Why not Nigeria? Here at first she said she wasn’t convinced with my first point so I added another one and she said ok
Why not other English speaking countries?
What do you know about Germany economically and geographically?
What’s your undergraduate thesis?
Plans after the masters?
Any questions for me?
It seemed like she was in a hurry cause she always moved to the next question before I can even say more than 3points on one question, but it wasn’t a problem tho, I prepared for that and was able to move too without stopping to think. Interview was over in like 10-15 mins. Wishing everyone one waiting for AD speed in getting dates. The wait for AM begins!

Hello everyone, please for those who have gone for visa interview already, what supporting documents did you take along that you think also helped you to get AM?

figur:
@ AVO19 thanks for your response, pls I have just initiated an application to CBS, and I was sent a link to upload documents, do I have to certify the documents first before uploading?

No need to certify, just upload.

figur:
Hello house, I have Bsc(Ed) in Economics and Statistics, I'd like to apply for masters in International Business Management. What are my chances of being granted admission.

Your chances majorly depends on your cgpa, if you have 3.0/5.0 and above, you’re good to go. Other things like motivation letter and C.V also count depending on the school you’re applying to. Take your time to check daad.de website, type “International Business Management ” and check the requirements for each school that come up. Good luck.

Hi everyone, please who knows how long a DHL courier envelope is valid for, I got mince since July and I want to know if I can take it for interview in November, or do I have to get another one?

olaadesie:
while uploading your documents online, how did u go about the German health insurance certificate? i tried to pm you but you didn't reply me

It’s not needed for admission, just put your other documents and submit. It’s only needed when you want to enroll after you’ve gotten admission

Odedenshi1:
I sent you a PM bro. I want to confirm something from you, kindly respond. Thanks

Hey, kindly resend it, my email wasn’t available yesterday

Modesta24:
please which school offered you exclusive admission or did you differed ?

Hochschule Fresenius in Cologne and SRH Hochschule Berlin.

Modesta24:
Please when did you get the AD

Sep 2nd, not up to a week after booking.

Okay, will do that. Thanks.

Please when did you book and under what category?
Also you need to write a top notch motivation letter and also be able to convince your VO why you are studying a course different from your Bsc because Germans like consecutive studies.[/quote]Thanks, I have written a motivation letter already, just need help making sure it’s top notch like you said. I booked under category B, 28th Aug. with 1st March 2020 as start date.

Hello everyone, I’m a summer applicant due to no AD from the embassy for this past winter, I already have AD for summer now, for Nov 15. I have a bsc in engineering but I’m planning to study international business for masters. My question is that, I hope there won’t be an issue with getting a visa because I don’t have a business background?

Also, small advice for summer applicants, try to search very well and apply to schools with online admission application instead of focusing solely on schools that need uni-assist, so that you can get admission much faster. You should still apply to the schools that need uni-assist too tho, but the earlier you have an admission the earlier you can book for interview.

kingpaddysfarm:
You

I got accepted to study Strategic Management/Consulting at Cologne Business School. Different uni but same city

Hi, I’m heading to CBS for international management too. Let’s connect

Hey guys, pls what is the fastest way to fund Fintiba BA?

Deutschmann:
Week 10 no AM, funded to the teeth before interview, enrollment August 12 who z with me? #fake deutschmann

I’m praying for you bro, AM will drop soon IJN

odimbannamdi:
Congrats!

1. Yes, you do.
2. It is best practice to get your admission letter before booking an interview appointment. But considering the delays in getting dates, plus that you have already gotten the admission and you are just waiting to get the letter, you can still go on to book. Hopefully, the lettee should get to you before your assigned date reaches.

Meanwhile, what is your background like and how were u able to get the scholarship. I am looking for something similar. I will PM you

Thanks a lot!
My background is in ICT. And I got the scholarship by showing proof of social commitments here in Nigeria. Like my volunteer activities and such.

Deustchemann:
1. Category A is your side
2. You can go ahead to book, and I hope your school sends your official admission letter soonest.

Thanks a lot.

Hello guys, please I have an urgent question. I got an MBA admission to cologne business school and they offered me a 3000euro scholarship. I don’t really understand the new visa application process so please help me answer these questions
1. I want to ask if I qualify for category A appointment based on the 3000euro scholarship?
2. Can I apply for visa while im still waiting for my admission letter from the school?
Thanks.

amikable97:
Congratulations sir, I tap into your blessings God that did yours will also do that of each and every single one of us... Amen

Goodluck in germany

Hello, my name is Ayodeji. I got an MBA admission to cologne business school, and they offered me a 3000euro scholarship, please do I qualify to apply for category A student visa?