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Travel / Re: Nigerian Students In Germany..how Do You Survive?? by pompido: 10:16am On May 02, 2019
I am greatly pleased to be on this thread and actually read from the very first page

Quite educative and brings back a flood of memories. We thank God for grace.

All questions asked and answers given (sliding tackles and all grin) are great learning curves for all.

My summary....

Landed October 3rd 2015.....Digital Communications in CAU Kiel. Took the first lecture and knew it wasn't for me. Told the profs so and opted out of the program (was still registered of course and was attending the german class provided by the school and intensive language class with VHS at the same time (register with VHS in your city within your first year to get a good rebate (up to 50% off) you can select a start date months away).

Switched to Information Engineering in FH Kiel the following summer (March 2016), did multiple jobs while studying (Printing presses, Cruise ships, Umzug, Chinese Restaurant. etc. cry cry cry Man hustle oooo....days of 12hrs straight jobs 4 times a week and top it with a 13hrs shift on Sundays embarassed
I was actually doing good in school but learning the language suffered as I couldn't fit it in the calamitous schedule I was running (I did attend intensive classes later though).

Then I got a rude awakening grin grin grin, I visited my naija university mate in Berlin working for Bombardier at the time and immediately knew I was wasting my time with the lager jobs I thought was giving me money. I needed to look at the bigger picture. Got back from Berlin and applied to Allianz Technology in Munich for internship, I got in and all of a sudden was making more working 9-5pm (own office with perks, fantastic international team and exposure into the professional world in Germany) than i was doing working 12hrs (4times a week) plus 13hrs on sundays. All, while doing professional work and improving my professional profile.

I was at Allianz Technology for 1yr & 3months (finished my master project and thesis) and got 2 full time offers before I was done with my master study in October of 2018.


My advice, do what you have to do to survive out here (legally of course). Make sure you pick the right course and if you find yourself in a jam with your choice course, be open to changing. Do not worry about hustling, it is not going to be at the top of your priorities when you actually settle and draw those priorities. Especially if you are looking at the bigger picture. Work will always be available, whether in your city or outside but believe me when I say you will be alright and find a way as everyone before you have done.

Learn the language grin grin

Before you leave Nigeria or wherever you are based, set your goals (minimum and maximum), have unbelievably high expectations but also psych yourself up for the very worst case scenario so that wherever you find yourself, you would be mentally grounded to face the music and sing out loud because darkness lasts just the night, light comes with the break of dawn.

God bless our dreams and make our strives abundantly fruitful...

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Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 6 by pompido: 2:23pm On Apr 25, 2019
FredUmar:
Anyone in Kiel...pls how is the city and school? Are they lots of student jobs there or would one have to be going to bigger cities for jobs? Pls gurus in Germany Ur opinion is needed


https://sites.google.com/site/comingtokiel/Home

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Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 6 by pompido: 10:03am On Apr 15, 2019
Eldeee:
Out of all the ten lepers who Christ Jesus healed, only but one came back to give thanks. Funny enough out of all that travelled last year, only but one (heybaby12) came back to help others with questions here consistently.


You have made succinct points and I completely understand what you mean (I have felt that way too wink).

What you should understand is that there are other factors that contribute to the withdrawal of many folks once they land in Deutschland (No details needed here).

Another reason for the withdrawal is the attitude of those being helped. A lot of help has turned sour because of one gridlock or the other. This experiences many have from trying to help has made them and many others decide to withdraw (and besides, their lives here is a herculean task on its own).

The truth is you actually can not expect everyone that has landed in Germany to continually share their experiences here, the best you can hope for is that you keep having 1 or 2 people provide the updates you need for every application period. If you find you have many more contributing, appreciate it and try to use the gained knowledge to help others.

This way the flow of information and assistance never ends.

Some land and find it very hard, some find it a bit softer and just need to get their bearings while others land armed with all the right info and connections allowing for smooth sailing.

Nothing lasts, make the most of every second and make it count! Now and Later.

Wishing everyone the very best.

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Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 6 by pompido: 9:52am On Apr 15, 2019
Opinionator:
I started this journey last year but I wasn't serious enough with it so I missed the winter window. It wasn't funny then because summer seemed so far away but I decided to enroll in a German Language Institute in my city, Benin.

Fast forward to summer... I got my admitted into the MSc Biological Resources program, Hochschule Rhine-Waal on the 10th of January. I had applied via Uniassist. I studied Biochemistry. I was able to book interview for the 8th of March by past some minutes past 12am of 11th January. Soon after, University of Kassel admitted me into their MSc Nanoscience program but with an earlier deadline and provision to defer to winter (which I eventually did just in case I decide to change from Rhine-Waal).

Two weeks after that, I got a mail rescheduling my appointment for the 18th of March. I was bewildered because I never cancelled nor did I try booking again. After writing to them, all I was told was "The Consulate will be closed on the 8th of March". At this point, I started sweating internally. I wrote to them to rebook me several times but to no avail. Meanwhile, Rhine-Waal doesn't grant enrolment extension and Kassel couldn't extend past April 11th.

On the 8th of February, a friend woke me up for Hallelujah Challenge by 12:23am. Something in my spirit made me check the appointment booking system despite it being quite late (as I expected the dates to have been taken up by then). Lo and and behold, I saw March 4th and 12th. I became confused about cancelling the 18th to book the 4th because I didn't know how long it would take their database to refresh and free up my passport number so I decided to risk using my old passport number. Successfully booked though it didn't feel like mine because I didn't know how to explain to Oga Paulinus.

I stayed awake for many nights after that but found only April dates. I gave up after a while and with advice from a couple of very helpful folk here, I cancelled the 18th and gathered confidence to show up at the embassy. I was the first student that day. Went with my current and expired passports. Oga Paulinus didn't ask me anything about the passport number. I was ushered to very nice dark-skinned lady in Room 3. That day happened to be her birthday (I listened to their conversations in Deutsch). The interview went very well. No interuption, no unusual question, no pressure. I funded before the interview. Let me quickly add that I was able to book that same March 4th for my mum to do her Schengen visa interview though hers wqs after mine. She got the same VO and got her Visum a week after.

Four weeks after my interview, no word from them. I wrote to my Ausländerbehörde and they confirmed they had concluded my matter over there. Even while writing my Goethe Zertifikat A2 exam last week Friday, my mind was on my email. I can't count how many times I refreshed that day. I don't live in Lagos so decided to drop my passport and health insurance with my bestfriend who lives in Lagos.

8:23am on Monday, the 8th of April, my AM dropped. I immediately informed my friend who was able to drop the documents off before noon, with today being my intebded travel date juat to fasten the process. I tried tracking but the only info since Wednesday was "shipment information received." I wrote to the embassy yesterday morning explaining that my enrolment deadline is Monday and was surprised to receive a call from them. The speaker sounded like my VO. She said I shouldn't bother coming to pick it up as it would be despatched yeaterday (Thursday).

I kept refreshing the tracking page since yesterday. I called DHL this morning but was told there's no progress with the tracking because it hadn't been picked up. I then sent my bestfriend to the embassy but she was told she's not authorized to either pick up or be informed of the status. She would need a signed authroization letter and valid ID from me in order to do so. I started regretting not going to Lagos myself today. The lady answering calls at the embassy wasn't helpful at all.

At this point, I just rested and asked people not to disturb me. I was tired of worrying and panicking. I left all to God. 6:30pm, still no progress with tracking.
By past 7pm, I recieved a call from DHL in Benin city asking me to come pick up my parcel. I begged the man to wait which he did till I was able to collect it from him by past 8pm.


All I can say is thank you GOD. His ways are not ours.
Thank you all to everyone here including those no longer active but whose posts I benefitted from. Special thanks to Zuperyh8, Pompido, Dailydolar, Fluxxyn, Bayomiller, Wealthybae, Waledora... the list is endless. I pray everyone expectant at whatever stage will testify soon.

God bless you and may Deutschland favour us all.

Alles gutes!

Congrats once again....it has ended in Praise. smiley

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Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 6 by pompido: 3:49pm On Apr 11, 2019
ogedengbedamilare:
I need help please, I’m trying to apply into Fulda university but I’m stucked here now, it won’t bring out any course at all, keeps saying this error, please help

Did you check if the school is still accepting applications or their deadline has passed?

That could be the problem...
Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 6 by pompido: 10:55am On Apr 11, 2019
Armstrong34:
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I was once in your shoes as of two weeks ago...


pls use autofill with your chrome and get your phone ready at hand btw 10:58pm-11:10pm...


most times appointment comes out 11:00pm sharp.....and you have to be really fast with it .....



you can do it yourself bro




Good observation. The shift in time from 12 midnight to 11pm is because Germany is now 1 hour ahead of Nigeria. The scheduling server uses German time.

Nice advice on the use of Chrome autofill.

Been a minute here smiley

All the best.
Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 6 by pompido: 3:09pm On Mar 07, 2019
nanoparticle:
Good morning all,
I have bn following dis trend now for like 4years,Germany has bn my dream land..I am a pharmacist by profession. Graduated with a cgpa of 4.43. Hoping to move to Germany next year for my msc n likely remain dier after all.
Presently I work n a multinational company in Nigeria. With a take home pay of over 200k. Please I want to be sure of my decision..pls does it worth it ? Without any knowledge of German language can one get a job to keep him going in germany.Also what are the prospects of foreign pharmacist in Germany?
Anticipating ur responses..Thanks

Do not come to Germany!

The simple reason is that your profession is not practiced in English here, so trying to wriggle your way around will simply be a waste of your precious time.

Take that big-headed guy's (@Obiwann angry advice and look towards Canada via the Express Entry route or if studying is your thing, then M.Sc in Canada, Australia, New Zealand or even South Africa.

These are places where you will not need a wholesome shift in careers to get a move on.

Think things through but definitely look to leave Nigeria.

God bless Nigeria.

Best wishes

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Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 6 by pompido: 2:58pm On Mar 07, 2019
Obiwannn:

Lol over 200k? How much is that in euros?
Lol. Small change.
My advice? Dont come to Germany. Apply to Canada instead. Use their PR route. You will need to speak at least B2 German to practice here after school... and trust me, it's not easy.

Modified: I wasn't in any way playing down your current earnings. Considering the Buhari climate, its infact quite tangible.. but please leave that country. That 200k is nothing compared to your potential future earnings

I dey here dey watch you dey type many many things oo.

Type something send to me, you no gree.

Ok nahh angry angry angry angry angry
Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 6 by pompido: 2:57pm On Mar 07, 2019
Sedatylo:


Obiwann i applied to TUHH, since you studied in Hamburg, can you please tell the job opportunities in Hamburg ie how hard it is to get a part time job as a student?
Thanks

All big cities are abundant with student jobs. Hamburg is where people from other cities come to hustle.....Hope you understand wink

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Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 6 by pompido: 12:00pm On Mar 05, 2019
Fabcol:
For all the schools I listed they accept proficiency letter

It means merge all application documents(PDF) into a single PDF file...download PDF merger on app store or go to a cyber cafe(they know how to do it)



or use this website smallpdf . com

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Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 6 by pompido: 4:03pm On Mar 04, 2019
KINGCEEZAH:
what you said is true, but how many of them. An English speaking student applied for internship to about 200 companies and got just 2 interview invitation in English language. So if you want to work so hard for so little opportunities, dont learn it. Germans would employ Ausbildung/ Bachelors grad who speaks German over masters grad that does not plus your C++ and MATLAB


You kind of missed the point where he said Skill is the determining factor. up to 95% of those I know that got internships and Jobs(after studies) speak near zero German. Loads of companies will employ skilled people without German knowledge and pay for them to learn the language on the job.

So this statement Germans would employ Ausbildung/ Bachelors grad who speaks German over masters grad that does not plus your C++ and MATLAB is absolutely incorrect.

Of course this is not saying Forget the Language, I am just saying that most companies here employ skill over language, especially in STEM.

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Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 6 by pompido: 1:12pm On Feb 28, 2019
Adhheir:


Sir, with all due respect, this isn't true. When they say ML isn't necessary, sometimes it really isn't. A school had to bold the part in their feedback mail after we went to inquire more from them when you said in one of your posts about bombarding every school with all documents.

I really don't mean to disrespect or offend you.

You seem to not fully understand his message and I probably can see why.....

The point is that unless a school specifically states that ML is not needed (as is applicable in the case you posted), it is advisable to always add it to your application document.

It never hurts and Yes some schools will deny admission because they could not find the little extra needed to give an applicant the edge over others (where ML would come handy to showcase the applicant). This I believe is what was meant by ''schools rejecting based on no ML submitted''.

He did also state that if the schools says it is not required to submit ML then there is nothing to worry about.... smiley

Writing as simply as possible is never a bad thing too......
Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 6 by pompido: 12:53pm On Feb 27, 2019
dolpaz:




Hi bro,

Pregnancy is a blessing from God. so first, accept my heartfelt congratulations. now to the real challenge.
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Wishing everyone success in their Pursuit.

You finish work. I like that you gave the high benchmarks so getting certain things lower will feel like a real bargain.

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Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 6 by pompido: 12:50pm On Feb 27, 2019
Chizzy4God:
Thanks so much bros.

Please I want to confirm something from you. I heard student that are coming for language course, that they will not be granted work permit.

Please is this true.




Yes, language school students are not allowed to work.

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Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 6 by pompido: 3:58pm On Feb 25, 2019
delivite:
For those waiting for testimony, your own will surely come. Mine is already here.

I started my research in part 5, applied for admission in part 5, funded my BA and got my AM all in part 5 of this thread. In a few days from now, I will be leaving for Germany.

The journey has not been easy. I remember when I was racking my head looking for schools that would offer me admission because my CGPA is really low(2.46 Nigerian scale, 2.9 German scale). I asked lots of questions and did lots of research. Someone even asked me to pay #250k to get me admission instead of telling me the schools to apply to. Thank God for guys like ObinnaAlex and others who selflessly directed me.


Most people never believed I would get admission for MSc program in Germany. Even I did not believe it, but like play like play, I got 2 admission offers. One in Anhalt University and one in Berlin.

It does not make much sense to repeat mistakes that other people have made and documented all because you can’t be bothered to read. Yes, it’s important to ask questions, but read first. There is time. Read and read and read.

Please if you have any questions for me, ask them here. I don't always get to my PM on time.


Many Congrats to you! I can only imagine what you went through to achieve this. Kudos.

It would be really nice if you share your experience here so that new applicants or those in similar situations can learn from your experience. Documenting your goal from the onset, what you looked out for in schools, enquires you made and responses got from schools that helped shape your applications, additional boosters you added (if applicable) to your application to give you the desired results (IELTS, Professional certifications, etc).....

Herzlich willkommen in Deutschland!!!

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Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 6 by pompido: 11:05am On Feb 25, 2019
ritlala:
Good morning all, I have been following and reading your questions and comments hoping I will learn and teach my friends that are on this same journey.

last month, I found out I was pregnant (family planning failed) its funny I am suppose to be happy but the thought of putting my plans on hold made me sad. Please I want advice, if I have a chance of travelling with my baby or if I can even get a visa while pregnant. Don't know if I should just stop the whole application process or continue. I don't even know d way forward, right now I just put every tin on hold.

If you have started applying to schools, please continue. Being Pregnant will not stop you from getting visa (especially if it isn't too obvious during interview). I have friends who came in here while pregnant, have given birth here and are still schooling.

Let me not deceive you, it will be tough at first but once you get into the routine, you will be very fine.

1. Your insurance covers you and your baby (antenatal and treatments all free)
2. Your delivery will be free of charge (insurance covers that too)
3. After delivery, you are expected to take a year off to take care of your child
4. Your school should help you with kindergarten for your child when the time comes for that.
5. You just might apply and get some benefits from the state you live.

So, it is definitely doable and being a lady, you should be able to mix and make friends easily.

Your hubby's support is of course paramount because you will need all the help you can get but, it definitely is doable as people are already doing that.

All the best.

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Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 5 by pompido: 10:52am On Feb 21, 2019
Ndkings1:


Gut gemacht
Danke schon

Gerne
Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 5 by pompido: 10:35am On Feb 21, 2019
Ndkings1:


The latest rejection is about my motivation essay....

I need to improve in my way of writing ML.

I need some tips...

pompido:
So I got a request regarding a better way to write your motivation letter and I thought my response could benefit others so here goes....

My opinion on how best to write a motivation letter is as follows (based on personal research on how to write a stand out SOP):

1. start with a situation or general problem you feel concern for and state how you hope the program you are applying for will help you gain expertise towards solving that problem.

e.g. "Information Communication Technology (ICT) has become an integral part of daily life and business activities in developing countries like never witnessed, utilizing different technologies, protocols and standards that are being modified, upgraded and ratified for use more frequently than ever before. I have spent the larger part of my adult life learning and working with the different technologies and standards available in bringing about complete data communication networks, and the good results have brought great feelings of achievement and satisfaction while failures have welled up inside of me the desire to further understand the advancements and deployment guidelines governing the technologies that provides solutions to the various failures peculiar to developing countries and the world at large. This is the primary motivation that drives my decision to apply for a place in your program."

2. Give a solid but clear background of your academic (CGPA) and professional exploits. Projects done at work, Courses taken, certifications done, web link references where possible. Be chronological here and use a few paragraphs if possible but remember to keep it concise.

3. Reiterate what your goal is!
e.g, "My primary aim is to become a top notch communications engineer whose contributions and creations would add efficiency, unlimited functionalities and open up new frontiers, by submitting solutions to major technology challenges".
Support this with what you have been doing to prepare you for this goal. Training, studies, research works, certifications, etc. You can also mention awards and leadership positions attained here.

4. State what your research areas of interest but stay open to guidance in the event a better fit for your skill set is discovered.
e.g. "My research interests presently lies in network architectures and protocols, network management techniques and mobile networking but I would readily accept guidance to expand or drill-down my research interests as deemed fit to match my abilities and strengths."

5. Close with how you believe the program will provide you with the much needed platform to advance the pursuit of your aim with the support of their world class infrastructure, facilities and students.

Chikena.

P.S: in case the motivation letter for the embassy is to be handwritten, practice a shorter version of all of these so you can write it in very little time while keeping it superb.

Wish you all the best.

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Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 5 by pompido: 8:31am On Feb 21, 2019
chimax1:
Guys something is bothering me. My IELTS result expires 18th October this year. Am I safe to use it for winter applications?

There is no need to worry because you can use your result till the very last day of its expiry.

So yes, you can use it for winter applications since the deadline is way before October anyways.

All the best
Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 5 by pompido: 5:59pm On Feb 18, 2019
Paixman:


Please is there any way I can add you on WhatsApp? Can you please send your contact to my email or send me ur email ? Please okoliblessing11@gmail.com ( N.B : I won’t disturb much �� )

Better to ask your questions here so others can learn from it if applicable or send me a mail using the Nairaland email system.

I would typically post responses to questions here if I think someone can get some ideas from it
Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 5 by pompido: 4:54pm On Feb 18, 2019
Chriswazo:


You are a good man sir, was reading up the past threads and I notice you have been here answering questions since part 2 thereabout. God bless you and always send you helpers when you need them sir.
Is amazing how you have been relentless in advising here for about 4 years or so, even with the busy schedules of DE.

thank you bro

Thank you Chris, most appreciated.

I got all the help I needed back in 2015 here and promised to do what I can to provide pointers to others. That is what I am trying to do smiley.

There was a time while I was still studying that I didn't even visit here for months if not years, so new applicants should understand that when some people in DE disappear completely, it wasn't because they forgot, just that sometimes water dey pass garri, but we thank God for grace.

Wish everyone the very best.

Funny bit cheesy cheesy
P.S: Someone went to buy traveling boxes today and couldn't believe the crowd of people buying boxes, come dey ask me if everyone is leaving Nigeria and who will be left grin grin grin grin

If I hear say people no cut from Naija grin grin grin grin

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Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 5 by pompido: 2:53pm On Feb 18, 2019
Paixman:

Greetings

I have HND in Accountancy
I am currently studying my Masters in International Education in Tianjin China.

Wish to apply for another masters in international business in Germany .

Please is it possible ?

You should try sending emails to the admissions office of the universities you wish to apply to.

The angle to play here is to present your grades (current transcript) in the present masters in addition to your HND (if you have some work experience in your field, attache your CV), and then ask if this combination could be considered for admission into a masters program.

You just might get positive responses to apply.

All the very best
Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 5 by pompido: 10:17am On Feb 18, 2019
dailydolar:


https://www.daad.de/deutschland/studienangebote/international-programmes/en/result/?q=&degree%5B%5D=2&lang%5B%5D=2&fos=2&crossFac=&cert=&admReq=&scholarshipLC=&scholarshipSC=&langDeAvailable=&langEnAvailable=&lvlEn%5B%5D=&cit%5B%5D=&tyi%5B%5D=&ins%5B%5D=&fee=&bgn%5B%5D=&dur%5B%5D=&sort=4&subjects%5B%5D=10&limit=10&offset=&display=list

This is a better fit especially those Darmstadt programs. Also look at English Language programs (Check Berlin Schools) that add multimedia communication to the curriculum.
Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 5 by pompido: 6:30pm On Feb 15, 2019

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Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 5 by pompido: 1:55pm On Feb 15, 2019
Blast from the past smiley smiley



That been said, I will share with you the steps I took in preparation for my applications, you have a bit of time to put things together without the stress that comes with the late rush for submission.

Note: If you can, please try and go for Goethe's summer language class this august. It will save you 3 months of language class for the same A1 certification. Since you are going for a B.Sc course, you will need the German language certificates before you can even apply (except the English taught courses if you can find them and I think even those still require A1 certificate).

1. List out all the schools that offer your choice course and select those with the best fit criteria for you. e.g Hustle, economic state of the city, ranking of the school, location of the school. etc. Also list out important details/requirements of each school under them. e.g Documents to be submitted, required test score, application procedure and deadlines. etc.

2. Immediately (maybe not but soon) book your IELTS/TOEFL exam. You do have the option of choosing a later date for your exam so as to prepare appropriately. The result of the exam is valid for 2years so it will surely suffice for your applications come September. Another advantage of taking the exam early is that you have the chance to improve your score if it becomes necessary as you will still have enough time to do that.
If you get a letter of English proficiency, then the above is not applicable to you.

3. Get all your documents ready! This is very important because the processing times for some of your documents may be weeks. e.g Transcript (if applicable), certificates, reference letters and notarization. Early preparation also avails you the time to have as many draft copies of your statement of intent as you require to get the best so your best foot comes forward first.

4. Send test emails to the schools to request clarifications about their requirements and selection processes. Also do well to scrutinize the course content of your select course so you don't end up with courses you weren't expecting. e.g. (I took to my heels after realizing that my choice course in TUHH was filled with computer programming when all I wanted were core data communications courses).

5. Once all steps 1 - 4 are set then you are good to go. From experience, it really doesn't matter when your application gets to them, evaluations will only be done when the selection committees sit to make their decisions. So you can send your applications with 2 months to spare. Testimonies abound and are varied about the delivery timelines of Nipost but 2 things are sure about them: They are the cheapest (regular nipost and not EMS oo) and they will always deliver! Timelines vary from 10 - 30 working days so you can be rest assured that your applications will get to their destinations before application closes.



Best wishes...

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Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 5 by pompido: 12:13pm On Feb 15, 2019
dailydolar:
not true say what you know you can also certify your document at the court

Classic Example cheesy cheesy cheesy

But then it's Friday so I say ''Do your thing #inLasisi'svoice''
Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 5 by pompido: 1:11pm On Feb 13, 2019
Globalstamp:
I emailed them copy both the student and info email I got a reply from the info email

Dear Sir / Madam,



no appointment booking / cancellation can be found with your passport number in our systems.



Sincerely yours

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Visa Section



Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany Lagos

15, Walter Carrington Crescent

Victoria Island, Lagos

Federal Republic of Nigeria


What can I do now and my deadline for enrolment is 31st of March ?



Congrats on winning the battle cheesy cheesy cheesy
Now do the needful before that date.
Oh and maybe share your story for others to learn from sometime.

Wish you all the very best
Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 5 by pompido: 10:20am On Feb 13, 2019
Globalstamp:
I emailed them copy both the student and info email I got a reply from the info email

Dear Sir / Madam,



no appointment booking / cancellation can be found with your passport number in our systems.



Sincerely yours

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Visa Section



Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany Lagos

15, Walter Carrington Crescent

Victoria Island, Lagos

Federal Republic of Nigeria


What can I do now and my deadline for enrolment is 31st of March ?



check your PM and reply....

Funny that you are the person Dan has been talking to me about all this while cheesy (small world)
Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 5 by pompido: 4:10pm On Feb 12, 2019
Globalstamp:
I emailed them copy both the student and info email I got a reply from the info email

Dear Sir / Madam,



no appointment booking / cancellation can be found with your passport number in our systems.



Sincerely yours

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Visa Section



Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany Lagos

15, Walter Carrington Crescent

Victoria Island, Lagos

Federal Republic of Nigeria


What can I do now and my deadline for enrolment is 31st of March ?




Send them a mail requesting a date and at the same time try and get a date on the portal.

Mail the school for an extension or worst case scenario defer your admission.

Those are your options...

AM takes 4 to 6 weeks and could be ready in a few days (7 days response has been reported) especially if you fund before the interview.........

All the best!!!
Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 5 by pompido: 12:26pm On Feb 11, 2019
Globalstamp:
I applied through email initially but i didnt got any response, then i lucky booked the appointment online which they gave me a date of 22/02/2019 then the next day i got another email from them for another date which is today 11/02/2019 so now i have two appointments letter
11/02/2019 and 22/02/2019
so i had to cancel the one of 22/02/2019 since i already got an earlier date. but to my surprise today they said there is no entry of my details for appointment



[s]You should have gone with printed emails showing the entire communication and the fact that 22nd was duly cancelled for you.

Well, as it stands, you need to mail them to confirm if the 22nd still stands as they have made the error of not registering you for today or will they be giving you another appointment. You will have to persist and copy all their email addresses that you know to get a fast response. Make sure you emphasize the fact that they did the first booking and the rebooking and as such should proffer a solution.

In the meantime, try and get another appointment via the portal if you can.[/s]

I just read your initial explanation again and saw that you got the 22nd via online and 11th as a response to your email application. My best guess is that they saw the 22nd already booked and rescinded the 11th (without informing you).

Since the system has approved the cancellation you did for the 22nd, you do not have an appointment right now.

So, mail them and explain in details everything as it happened and request for their assistance so you don't miss your deadline. Copy all the email addresses of theirs you can get.

In parallel, email your school and ask for deadline extension as a back up plan.

All the best
Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 5 by pompido: 11:35am On Feb 11, 2019
Globalstamp:
Greetings house

I need urgent help

I received my appointment confirmation letter for interview scheduled for today for the German student visa

After getting to my turn and checked my documents just to confirm my name on the attendance sheet my name wasn’t there

Even Oga paulinus had to take my appointment letter and passport inside to verify after several house he came back to tell me that there is no entry

What can I do now am very confuse my hands are shaking as am writing this and the deadline for my enrolment is 31st of March

Please what can I do

How did you get the interview date?

Was it via the appointment portal or they replied you by email?

Did you book an earlier appointment? If yes, what happened?

Details will throw more light on the matter.

Anyways, try to get another appointment via the portal and also try via email to the embassy (maybe they will reply with what the exact issue with today's appointment)

All the best
Travel / Re: General German Student Visa Enquiries Part 5 by pompido: 10:40am On Feb 11, 2019
adudu208:

I just found out it is possible. Check the attached link

https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/international/berlin/family/index.html

Hello, it is not as simple as stated in the information document of schools.

Let me assume you are female with kids and are going for M.Sc, asides your blocked account, you will be asked to block half of your BA per child and show plans for accommodation at your destination (so in total your BA plus another half of your BA for each child). If you are male and you are married with kids, you will be told to apply for family reunion when you get to Germany and this requires your wife to get A1 certificate from Geothe while you will be required to show funds enough to cater for their first year (half of BA per child plus full BA for the wife and an appropriate apartment to accommodate them).

If you are going for P.hD, you can apply to move the family at the same time depending on the terms of the P.hD contract. If fully sponsored then they will be issued visa that even allows the wife to work full time.

So yes it is possible but if you look closely, they stated that the right kind of visa must be applied for which is where the cog in the wheel is.

Wish you the best

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