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Good day everyone,

I noticed many people are interested in relocating to Germany using the new Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte), especially in 2026.

I recently made a YouTube video where I explained:
– How the Opportunity Card really works
– The real cost of living beyond the blocked account
– Why some people are returning home after a few months
– Which jobs actually give foreigners a chance in 2026

This is not a motivational video it’s a reality check.

You can watch it here:
👉
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21yPj6yfZvY?si=Ehm0pHI8pK_5QPa4

I just want to leave this information here, cos by this time last week I was searching the internet asking what to expect during my German student visa appointment. Please note if you live and reside in UK, don’t bother preparing for any interview. No interview will be conducted. On getting there yesterday I was the first and only one for student visa. The lady collected my documents told me to have a sit while she arrange everything for me, then I paid the visa fees and dhl fees too. That’s all it. So fast.

At the embassy, please should i go with travel insurance or health insurance? Or both? And can you recommend any affordable ones for students please

Please good people can someone please give me the link to print application form please. I am seeing different types.
Please

I booked it last night.
I live in the uk
So there are lot of appointments for everyday. No cat A or B here

Saraph25:
Please When did you book your appointment?

HudsonTaylor:
If you have your documents, go to the consulate portal, register and upload your documents to stay on the queue ASAP. Don't waste any time. Most people booked using the old portal. By the grace of God when Embassy is done attending to everyone on that old portal,they will start responding to those that booked on the new portal.

Please can you tell me all of the documents you took to the embassy. My interview is next week.
I appreciate thank you

HudsonTaylor:
I used Expatrio, the offer& transaction was seamless,funds were transfered from Germany and i got and printed my confirmation instantly. They also gave health insurance and travel insurance. Everything was about 12,200 there about in total.
This is my own experience, you can explore other options you've mentioned and make your choice.

Thank you

Please all I need to fund my blocked account now. Which is the best to use btw Fintiba, coracle and expatrio?

Please for student visa what kind of travel insurance is advisable to use? Can anyone advice please

If you don’t mind me asking.
Please which health insurance did you use?

Chriswazo:
Fintiba is popular choice but they can be stupid also

I need to blocked my account, between Fintiba and expario. Which one is best to use?

I have gotten admission for a 2nd masters in USA , I already have a masters in Uk. The thing is that my Eb2 was received June 7, actively reviewing June 10. I live in Uk and don’t know if I should carry on with my F1 interview schedule for next week or cancel it?

Received June 7, actively , actively reviewed June 10.
Is there any need to still do priority at this point?

chima1978:
What is your priority date? When was it received and what date was your update changed to actively being reviewed?

I applied for Eb2 niw since June yet nothing, anyone also waiting?

Efakwugideon:
Start by opening an account to block your money (12, 93 euros). I used fintiba in my case but there other once.

Ok thank you

Hannania:
Email the embassy in the UK ask how long does it take to get an appointment. That way, you can do your calculations on when to book and go for your interview.


All the info required is detailed here:
https://uk.diplo.de/uk-en/02/visa/university-studies-2449178

The most important is the proof of funds. EUR 992 for each month of stay, for a maximum of up to 12 months.

Thank you so much for your reply

Hello everyone, Merry Christmas.
Please can you tell me what to do, I just got admission yesterday for masters in paderborn.
I live and reside in Uk. What next should I do, enrolment begins in February. I await your warm response thanks

Efakwugideon:
Okay, Thank you. I will go for visas appointment second week of January.

Please can you tell me what is the next thing to do, I just got admission yesterday for masters in paderborn.
I live and reside in Uk. What next should I do, enrolment begins in February. I await your warm response thanks.

Does any one knows any school I can apply to that I can meet up with admission for summer. Bsc accounting.

kamsy101:
check your email.

i don’t do referral stuff but i had to share the link for you to download as you automatically get the real app.

I didn’t get any email or link you sent, if you can resend here happyveeka@gmail.com. I will so appreciate as I still haven’t paid for my sevis fees.

geeetee:
try installing the app grey from playstore, then get a usd card..and pay from that.

Thanks I just downloaded it

kamsy101:
why are you stressing yourself.

Go download Chipper app and get Credit Card while you make payments in dollars.

Its easier to use.
it has Nigeria debit card and Dollar credit card there you can make payment.

just follow the menu instructions and you are good to go.

This chipper app no Dey play App Store. I don send you dm

Chemist4life:
Vex ke..somebody helped me concerning the payment,The person used her US credit card, and I transferred the equivalent amount in naira to her naira account

Can I used my credit or debit card from uk, or is it preferable to ask someone in America to do it for me? Will they see the sevis payment immediately?

Chemist4life:
Sir ,what about those that follow this steps but still on preapproval stage...I even paid sevis fees before the MRV, i uploaded sign copy of my 1-20 but under have you made specific travel plans I chose NO and i specific the date under intended date of arrival..any suggestions for people like me...my resumption date is 13th January

Please no vex how did you you sevis fees?

Good evening, I just got my i20 now, can any nice person kindly put me through how they paid their sevis fees? I live in United Kingdom and I will so appreciate your help. Thank you in advance