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vickmor002:
I don't have baptismal card but I have my hospital birth certificate apart from the NPC.
I also have my local Government identification certificate. Both the hospital birth certificate and the local government identification certificate are very well above five years, which one will b best to use pls?

I'll prefer the local government Certificate then. Since it's above 5yrs

vickmor002:
Okay thanks Bro, so I can use my hospital birth certificate as against that Right?

Yes, you can. Your VO will most likely return it back to you sha cos they won't need it.. just hold it to pass through Paulinus without hardwords.

Penialpriere:
Please which one is signed declaration form.

I hope you've gotten it now..
If not, find it attached to my reply

Lightofzoe:
Thanks. Exactly what I intend to do. But my concern is, will they agree to issue transcript after 100l. You know how Naija education wahala is? Pls what do you think.

You're entitled to your transcript of records as a student. Even if you haven't completed your program, you can request for it. If you need to pay, just pay.

mexzony:
My school unilag transcript Na wahala but they gave us softcopy which is student transcript which is what I used to apply and got my admission at Münster .
Now can I print that softcopy in coloured and use it to go for interview. I ask as I don't know how fast the school can process my hard copy. ?
Also for enrollment will I need the original transcript from the school or will this printed one suffice. ?
Thanks

Ahead of your interview, you can go with your student transcript but make sure you start processing your originals before enrolment.

hapiday:
Hi House, your various contributions on this platform have really been very helpful. Pls let's keep up the good work of being our brothers' keeper.

I got my admission letter yesterday for an Msc program starting 21st Oct. I have booked an appointment and now waiting for appointment date with the consulate.

Please i need further clarification on the following checklist required for the interview.

1 Is attestation of birth issued by NPC for people born before 1988 valid for the interview ( I saw somthing like declaration of age deposed to by head of the family and I will like to know where to get that if the NCP attestation of birth is not tenable)

2. I notice I can open a blocked account online with any of the banks listed on the consulate website, so at what point do i need to visit the consulate for certification of my signature.
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3. Is the transcript of my first degree a must for the interview or my degree certifice will suffice.

Thank you all for your immense support as always.

Congratulations on your admission and steps so far.

1. Approach an High court with your passport photograph and that of your dad. Tell them you want a declaration of age deposed to by your father or mother as the case may be. It will be done for you. That's what the embassy will collect.
2. Unless you're opening Deutsche Bank, you don't need to visit the consulate for certification of signature. You can open fintiba, Coracle or xpatrio in the comfort of your bedroom.
3. It's highly advisable to have it with you. You won't find it directly in the checklist, but Paulinus and the VO can claim that it's part of "supporting/secondary/supplementary" documents.

Good luck

yusuftosin:
I only have softcopy of my transcripts.. Is it really necessary please?

It's better to have documents in excess than to be short of them. You can never tell.

You can't take soft copies to the interview, right?

Print it out.
Or get the hard copy from your school. Nothing is too much to sacrifice for this.

vickmor002:
Congrats, which particular document can we use as Old biological document?

Any document that shows your face, probably date of birth and general details about you sha.
Such document must be older than 5yrs.
National ID card, voters card, baptismal certificate, vaccination card

Lightofzoe:
Hello everyone. I have been a silent follower of this platform and it’s been impactful. Thanks to everyone for sharing their knowledge with the rest of us.

I intend applying for summer session and I’m getting everything ready to apply ahead of time and I thought everything was looking good already until I got two shockers today, oboi I weak , first it’s no longer 8kplus but 10kplus for blocked account. Secondly, universities in rep of Benin is not recognized � where I wan start from like this? I have a degree from rep of Benin. I was going for a second degree in summer in DE. What do I do guys? Since I need at least 100level transcript, can I still use it like that. I even registered for gce that starts next month since I don’t have English in my waec( I combined waec and neco for bsc) devil cannot spoil my shine. Please help your girl biko

I'll suggest you enrol in a Nigerian University; like NOUN. This might shift your application to next winter. During this time frame, get all your documents ready, write IELTS or TOEFL, you can also start German language lessons, and make A2. When you complete 100L, collect your transcript and Kickstart BSc Applications. You'll have a seamless ride.

Freeman59:
Please guys how much is this prepaid envelope. UPS de tell me 6250

Where do you live?

DayveedD:
Since admission letter, transcript and proof of sustainance doesn't have real originals, we should just print 3 copies and use one as the original bah?

Print your admission letter (original copy) in coloured and photocopy black and white. Same applies for your proof of sustenance. The transcript from your school will definitely be in coloured, so make black and white photocopies

vickmor002:
Please what do u mean by EPL; is it English language proficiency?

Yes. English proficiency letter

Chriswazo:
Thumbs up Babe
@Deutschemann, we will gather at airport welcome this lady into DE
Viel Glück come summer dear

By God's grace.

yusuftosin:
We all have seen the Visa checklist, but I just saw Transcripts and NYSC certificate in a list of documents someone submitted.

Are these docs among too?

If you're going for masters, ideally you should have them. In the checklist, there's a part labelled "secondary documents/supporting documents". That's where they fall under.

Dahyormine:
You mean departmental logo(letter head)?

Any logo that makes your document official.
Department, University logo

PythonLearner:
Congratulations Bro. I am happy to see this.

Thank you brother.

Akwaekee:
May AM fall on you ASAP

Amen. Thank you.

holadhayor1:
Deustchemann my personal person.. its like i should copy and paste this your conversation with the VO. what a sexy transcript. congratulations senior man

Thanks my brother

Slip:
Congratulation brother man..... AM for on you bro
Cheers...

Amen. Thanks Slip

danielnwatu:
Congratulations Deustchemann. May God bless you for your help to everyone here. For this reason my your AM come in the next two weeks.
God bless you..
I will drop a DM

Amen. Thank you for the kind words.

Baabu320:
AM fall on you soon Bro
i gbadun the way you slice the interview man.
please can you post how you arrange your documents when you get to the embassy.

Lol..amen..thanks bro. We arranged in this order
2 visa application forms
2 signed declarations
2 copies of passport data page
Admission letter (original and 2 photocopies)
Birth certificate (original and 2 photocopies)
Proof of sustenance (original and 2 photocopies)
Primary school certificate (original and 2 photocopies)
Secondary school certificate (original and 2 photocopies)
University Certificate (original and 2 photocopies)
Transcript (original and 2 photocopies)
NYSC Certificate (original and 2 photocopies)
Motivation letter (original and 2 photocopies)
Old biographical document (original and 2 photocopies)
Supporting documents e.g CV, EPL (original and 2 photocopies)
Waec scratch card and Prepaid courier envelope
Note that the first 3 documents will be the parts where you'll be dropping the subsequent photocopies while you'll put your appointment mail and international passport on the side where you place originals on.

odimbannamdi:
AM fall on you, bro!

Amen. Thanks bro.

Sedatylo:
Congrats bruder. AM is next

Amen. Thanks bro.

parksg:
@ Deustchemann coolest dude... Well detailed transcript, nice interview. Expect PR/AM in a few weeks... All the best course mate.

Thank you my brother. Amen to your prayers.

Obinnafrancis:
Congratulations bro. AM to follow soon.

Amen. Thank you bro.

SpongeBobSP:
ladies and gentlemen we have a winner!! .. lol.
you should start packing.

Thanks SpongeBob

Eaze66:
Success bro.

Amen. Thank you

obibanks:
Oga woke up by 2:45am, He no wan hear say him village people dey full shift. Wishing you AM bro

My brother, before dem on A/C for me na.. lol

Tommynaku:
Congratulations and wish you Heaven's Best

Amen..thanks Tommy. I really need heaven's best

Aque:
Which Justwise oh?
seems you had a lot of fun in your interview.
Your AM will drop soon by God's grace.
Congratulations in advance.

Lol..just used Justwise to cover my sponsors name jare. For me, interviews are not meant to scare jare. I was myself and the VO was flowing well with me. Thanks for the kind wishes Baba mi.

lexi28:
Godspeed. Receive your Visum....and may your entire departure process be smooth with grace and favor!

Amen. Thanks bro

Fabcol:
Man like deustchemann
Nice one..
AM is sure!!!

Amen. Thanks oga mi. Dey pray for your boy oh

Freeman59:
Guys I was going to cancel my appointment for next week Wednesday because today marks a week to my interview. And Lo and behold I got AL this morning. Guys help me appreciate God for this miracle.

Digital Engineering OVGU
Success to us all.

This is a miracle. Congratulations. I can feel your happiness

Chriswazo:
Brother, continuity will be a challenge. You know we are in a transition phase and can't guarantee availability to the update.
I think someone among us going for summer can help us do that and for that reason, i hereby nominate @Sassy92 to continue the good work of "AM testifiers List" for posterity sake.

Dear don't say no, pls

I second your nomination.

vincechyme:
guys for those who booked before the addition of the clause first class to second class upper only for the category A , what should be the best response when asked what proof they have to be booked for category A..am asking on behalf of those with a second class lower.
deutchmann and other elders in the house ,should help me on this one.

If you booked before that time, you don't have a problem. Just tell them you booked before the period they edited the requirements. They won't crucify you.

fibe:
Congrats. Please I have a question as regards old document. Is it a compulsory requirement? Because I don't have any old document.
Please help out

It's not compulsory. If you're asked, tell Paulinus that you don't have any. I used my 2014 national ID card. The VO even returned it to me after the interview that they don't need it.

horlorladey:
17th July 2019.
Visa Interview Transcript.

Congratulations on the success bro. AM cometh speedily

Dahyormine:
I appreciate your effort bro, mire blessing.

pls my official transcript is taking more processing time than expected, I have applied for it over 3months ago, yet to be processed completely.

I have a chance of getting another one from my department signed by the HOD, please will this fly? I'm planning on going for this then use the official for enrollment.

regards.

Yes. Make sure it has the logo of the school and all pages are stamped and signed by the HOD

Heisenberglos:
Hello house,
Who has gotten admission to university of koblenz landau. And is heading to landau?

Cc Homirefauncy
Cc iblion

Chriswazo:
Is not a problem, it can be started at any page, afterwards copied to the first page of the next part or at the last page of this part for easy referencing

Okay bro. O ya. Make you start biko

ditha:
Hello guys.. NEWBIE ALERT!!!! i just started my research and somehow i landed on this trend... Thank God!.. there is soomuch here and i am scared my head might burst. OK, i have a BSc. in Biological sciences with a first class degree (4.65/5.00). i will be done with NYSC in 3 months and the only documents i have in hand; transcript and intl passport .. i need help guys! like where should i start! my field of interest for MSc is biotechnology.someone should help please! like how can i leave Nigeria next year to fulfill my dreams?! i will need a scholarship, HOW? Admission, HOW? VISA, HOW?!!!! HOW DO YOU GUYS DO THIS THINGS EHHHN!

Send me a PM. I can help.

DEUSTCHEMANN GOES TO WALTER CARRINGTON (PART III)
So, The big day finally arrived.
The two previous visits to the consulate were for Certification purposes.
I landed in Lagos on Monday evening, stayed with my elder brother.
Fast forward to this morning, I woke up by 2:45, took my bathe and dressed up.
By 5:00am, we set out from ogba. I got to the consulate by 6:05, met 8 people in front of me. I joined the queue and waited for the instructions as usual. At 6:21 Paulinus arrived, and arranged seats as usual.
Then a security officer called those for short stay, and stamped their appointment mail. Then he stamped for students and other long stays too.
By 7, Short stay applicants were ushered to Paulinus and he checked them in.
By 7:15, student visa applicants were called in and we filed up. Appointment mail and international passport checked. I happened to be number 5 on the student queue.
Paulinus admonished us as usual: "What I need is your attention."
He called the first 3 folks and began to give them instructions. The first guy appeared slow, and he got bounced to the last spot on the queue. The second lady too, seems she had issues with motivation letter, Paulinus asked her to move to the back, probably to make photocopies. So just 1 guy in that set was passed in.
When it got to my turn, myself and the guy that followed me, we were following Paulinus bumper to bumper. Local man was very pleased with us. In his words "I'm enjoying these people"..Lol.. he had to pend the first guy in our set because he wasn't as fast as we were.

Documents arranged, and well clipped by Paulinus, I was ushered in for security check by 8:15. Security checks conducted, I moved into the visa section, and probably became the first to be interviewed for Student visa because I still found the guy in the first set seated at the security post.

I entered cubicle 4 by 8:30. VO was a young man on lowcut.

VO: *with a smile* Hello!
Me: Hi. Good morning
VO: Bachelors, Masters or PhD?
Me: Masters
VO: What category did you book?
Me: Category A
VO: Which of the qualifications do you have?
Me: I have a Bachelor degree, with a second class upper grade.
VO: Okay. What course was that?
Me: Biochemistry.
VO: What course are you now going for?
Me: Environmental Toxicology
VO: Is there a relationship between the two?
Me: Yes.
*Hands over my documents to him
VO: What school are you going to?
Me: University of Duisburg-essen
*Checks my SL*
VO: Who is Mr. Justwise? , And how's he related to you?
Me: He's my sponsor. He's my Dad's friend.
VO: Does your dad live in Germany?
Me: No, he doesn't.
VO: *shows me something on my SL*, do you know what this means?
Me: Yes, Study, 3 months
VO: You'll get a mail in a few days. Your sponsor stated that he can only cover you for 3 months after entry. What will happen to the remaining 1yr 9 months? He might have to get another one that will state 2 years.
Me: Okay.
VO: Do you speak German?
Me: No.
VO: What's the medium of instruction for your course?
Me: English.
VO: Give me 3 Passport photographs and your visa fee
*Hands then over*
*Takes biometrics: 4 fingers of the right hand, 4 fingers of the left hand, then thumb of both hands.*
*Prints data information statement, gives me my copy*
*Prints fee receipt, gives me my copy*
*Prints 2 copies of my details and asks me to cross-check and sign if correct*

Interview proper
VO: Pick up the microphone please.
Which school are you going to study?
Me: University of Duisburg-essen
VO: What course?
Me: Environmental Toxicology
VO: What's the language of instruction?
Me: English.
VO: Which campus are you headed?
Me: Essen campus
VO: Why do you want to study this course?
Me: 1. It's in line with my career goal of becoming a Toxicologist
2. I'm passionate about Environmental sustainability
VO: I want more details. You have a motivation letter, right?
*In my mind, I even wanted to be brief so we won't waste time, seems this one wants to hear story. Naso I change mode sharply*
Me: My bachelors thesis was on neurotoxicology, where I studied the toxic effects of some harmful substances on the brain. The results I got increased my interest to how the harmful substances in the environment affects the organisms that live in it: plants and animals, You and I
*smiles*.
*VO smiles back*.
So I want to gather up more knowledge so I can use them to work in establishments whose activities have effects on the environment.
VO: Okay. That's nice. So, why do you want to study in Germany?
Me: 1. Free tuition extended to international students
2. Excellent practical and theoretical training
3. Opportunity to learn a foreign language
4. Opportunity to experience cultural diversification
5. Worldwide acceptance and recognition of the German Certificate
VO: That's good. Why don't you want to study in English speaking countries?
Me: 1. Very high tuition fee
2. High cost of living
3. Holistic admission process
VO: Okay. Why not study this in Nigeria?
Me: 1. Irregular academic calendar, which will not guarantee completion of the program on time
2. Limited exposure to sufficient practical training
VO: okay. What was your bachelor thesis title?
Me: Protective effect of Hibiscus sabdariffa (had to spell sabdariffa for him) extract on altered antioxidant and neurotransmitter systems induced by acute Tramadol administration
VO: Hmm..nice. what's this tramadol? I've heard about it but I've not seen it before
Me: It's an analgesic opioid which is therapeutically used to treat fever, but is often abused due to its stimulating effect.
VO: Tell me facts about Germany. What comes to your mind when you hear Germany?
Me: Geographically, Germany is located in central western Europe, with a population of about 83 Million people. Germany has 16 states and is bordered by 9 countries. Germany holds the largest economy in the Europe and 4th largest by GDP in the world. Germany is the 3rd largest exporter of goods: majorly automobiles, heavy machinery, chemicals and food. The president of Germany is Dr. Frank Walter Steinmeier of the Social Democratic party
*Interrupts me while laughing
VO: You know him?
Me: No *smiles*
VO: Does he know you? The way you pronounced his name sounds like he's your guy
*General laughter*
Me: The chancellor's name is Dr. Angela Merkel of the Christian Democratic Union. Concerning Environmental matters, Germany is a world leader in Environmental, climate and energy policies. Germany is presently decommissioning all nuclear power plants and replacing with renewable energy by 2022. Germany charges an ecotax of 65 cents per liter of fossil fuel used.
*VO nods and interrupts*
VO: Okay, Okay. That's good. The city you're heading, what do you know about it?
Me: Duisburg and Essen are part of the Rhine-Ruhr developed areas, and used to be sites of coal mining and steel production years back.
VO: Okay. What state is your school located?
Me: North-rhine Westphalia
VO: Where is it located in Germany?
Me: South Western part of Germany
VO: No. If I'm right it should be Northwest, since you have north-rhine and Westphalia.
Me: *Remains silent*
VO: Okay. So what are your plans after completing the program?
Me: I will return to Nigeria to take up a job as an environmental Toxicologist in the oil and gas industry.
VO: Have you applied for a visa in this embassy before?
Me: No, I haven't.
VO: How about other Schengen countries?
Me: No, I haven't.
VO: Okay. Any questions for me?
Me: None, thank you.
VO: Alright. You should get a mail from the consulate in a few days about the issue on your Proof of sponsorship. That was my only observation. Every other thing is perfect.
Me: okay. Thank you for your time
VO: Have a nice day.

Thank you all for the encouragement, support and prayers.
May our AMs come with ease.

Sureboii:
I hate to be the bearer of bad news but the embassy just updated Cat A to 1st class and 2-1 students only. I don’t think this affects those who booked when it was 2nd Class lower but this is the position moving forward

I believe the summer applicants are watching these events from the side lines.
The yorubas say "awí fúni kó tó dá ni, àgbà ìjàkadì"

benjamin139:
can an online printout of the SL be used for interview if the hard copy has not gotten to Nigeria before interview

Nö. If your hard copy SL is yet to arrive before your interview, go with blocked account opening confirmation. But make sure you tell the VO that you'll be using SL. You'll be told to send it to the embassy immediately you get it, so your application can be processed.

nuggybabe:
Pls who can help me to convert this cgpa.. undergraduate 4.1/4.5, master 6.8/7 to German. To see if I will be able to get scholarship for my PhD

https://www.tum.de/en/studies/application-and-acceptance/grade-conversion-formula-for-grades-earned-outside-germany/

You can make your conversion there.

As regards scholarships, only your intended schools will let you know if you qualify for them.
Send mails to professors stating your research interests and wait for their feedback.
PhD processing is a little bit different from MSc and BSc.

Viel Glück

Pattilus007:
Please i am new here, my question goes thus. I have been selected from a Bsc programme to kick off in October i Germany. I have read so much here today and i found out, it was advisable i booked an appointment fast as time is running out. My issues include the following.
I chose category B long term visa for more than 90 days. I have a second class lower degree. Did i choose correctly or i should have chosen category A. If so do i cancel the appointment?

Yes, you're in the right category.

Also i read that i needed a general health insurance upon appearing at the embassy, how do i go about this? I have no idea.

Health insurance is not needed for your interview. You'll get that when you get to Germany.

The travel insurance is also a document i need but must it be among the documents i take along to the embassy? If yes how do i also go about this?

You also do not need the travel insurance for your interview. When you get your visa approval mail, that's when you submit a travel insurance. You can get from AXA Mansard or Coracle when that time comes.

Lastly, i made a mistake with Fintiba as to the account opening, i chose fintiba plus instead of a fintiba basic. I already sent a mail to the effect, but is there any other thing i can do to rectify my mistake.

They'll rectify it. Wait for their response to your mail.

I hope i posted in the right section. Thank you in anticipation.

okechukwujames6:
Guys please is there anyone here who can shed some lights on how long it takes to process the visa after interview for someone going to Hamburg, just want to have an idea cos of deadline wahalla. Please help to answer if you can.

There's no time interval that's set in stone on this AM stuff. I know people who have been waiting since March, and some that did interview in June and have gotten AM.
I think you should mail your alien office if they've gotten your application. If they have, then hopes are higher.

glopatra:
I have been wondering why some people still get rejection after German visa interview (Considering the fact that Germany intentionally waved tuition to encourage international students). And these are the questions running through my mind. Elders in the house pls assist with answers to help us learn from thoes who have experienced these things before.

What are the exact information the VOs usually send to the Alien office?

Every information you provide at the interview is forwarded for your application

Do they forward all your documents to the Alien office for further verification?

Yes they do.

If your work experience as highlighted in your Cv is not really directly related to your chosen Msc program is it a problem ? And do the VO forward your submitted Cv to the Alien office?

So far you've gotten your admission, your work experience on your CV doesn't affect your visa application. I could have been working as a microbiologist for 5yrs and choose to start a new career in electronics engineering. So far I can convince my VO, the CV doesn't have an effect on my application. The purpose of the CV is to highlight your academic and professional engagements so far till your visa application date.

And what are the possible rejection reasons people have received before.?

They can doubt your study reason if you don't concinve the VO very well why you want to study that course.
They can also reject based on poor interview performance.
Also, especially for those using SL, rejection can come if it is verified that your sponsor is not financially competent to stand as a sponsor for you.