diego2015:
Please which of the two am I to use for booking visa appointment. Opening confirmation or make the transfer?

Make the transfer document is the one you should use.
It's a two page PDF document - check to be sure

Highbeeyajibola:


I don't think its base on extension, people that got appointment recently has September 17 or 21 as enrolment deadline

Ok noted. A bit of hope for our fellows then

thattallboi:
I sent a mail requesting for visa appointment date on friday evening using the appropriate format and documents...havent still gotten any response..i am guessing its because its weekend . I hope there is nothing to be worried about.

Weekend factor might be the reason for delay.
Please check your enrolment period on your admission letter to be sure it extends up till end of October or even beyond.

Swithoni:
Can I use a local government scholarship as my proof of financial capability?

The three specified means of subsistence by the embassy are;
1. Blocked Account
2. Sponsorship Letter and
3. Scholarship (which I think your inquiry falls under)
I don't think the embassy specified the particular scholarship or scholarship body that will be honoured by them. So I think you should contact the embassy directly to inquire if a local government scholarship will be ok. Personally I think it can fly sha. Scholarship is scholarship so long the terms and conditions are met. So look for a way to inquire from the embassy sis.

StarBoy54:
1) My cgpa is 3.54/5.00 converted to a german grade according to uni assist is 2.09
2) Electrical and electronics engineering
3) To be honest, i cant really count the number of courses i applied to..i applied to communication engineering at TUM, Kassel, Tu ilmenau..applied to information engineering at HS rhein waal, applied to communication systems and networks at technical university of cologne. So many of them my brother.
4) aunthenticated transcripts, certificate, reference letters(not all requires reference letters), english lang proficiency letter, SOP, etc

A lot of people seem to think your rejections are as a result of you using an English proficiency letter rather than using a proficiency test. Personally I don't think that is true because a lot of people here have gotten several admission letters without even taking either TOEFL or IELTS, myself inclusive. Someone even said he got admission to one of the schools that denied you admission with a proficiency letter and not a proficiency test. So I think you should examine the whole of your materials again to be sure there is something you are not doing wrong. I'll advise you critically examine your motivation letter and be certain it can win you a Grammy. Again, who are those you use as referees? Are they professors/doctors or younger lecturers? You should look for the former if you have been using the latter. I want to ask again what the content of the proficiency letter you area using looks like and which body issued it. These are some of the things you should really look at. You have a good CGPA and drive and that is enough to give you admissions which is why you must examine all of your credentials.
Always use your IELTS for subsequent applications to give you an edge but I must tell, if something is bad from your other credentials then not IELTS will save you. We are constantly competing for space with the best brains from naija and the world in general and so schools will look out for the best candidates that's why you must make sure you are getting it right. I hope I made sense sha

ajoks533:
So far so good, from reading some of the latest comments on this thread. Is it very necessary for one to have an English Proficiency Test Result before applying to any school?

It is not a must to take a proficiency test. I have 2 admission letters already and I didn't take a proficiency test. Just ensure you read the English Proficiency Requirements of any/every course you want to apply for because some schools actually specify if they want only a proficiency test or letter of proficiency. There were some schools I didn't apply to because they require(d) TOEFL/IELTS. Bottom line is that it is not mandatory you take any of those tests although it boosts your chances sha oooo. Take it if you have the time to study and the money to pay for it.

sherif25:
Good day pple in the house.. i have been trying to open my fintiba acct but it is asking for TIN and i did not have TIN what am I suppose to do.. thank you

Write Nil or None

Admission No 2!!!
University of Bremen just sent me a mail now with admission letter for the "Marine Geosciences Programme"
I hope/guess osifo4ever has gotten his own too.

dayjeee:

good morning bro,

pls how were u able to upload passport?

I didn't apply there so I'm sorry bro I don't have any information regarding that

dayjeee:
bro I can't see any download application form.

kindly help me with the PDF.

many Thanks

It is right there.
Open the link and click on "Deadline and Application Form"
Then when it opens you click "Download"

dailydolar:
application in progress for Bremen almost means admitted cos mine and most other guys that for material chemistry and mineralogy admission is still showing that so may u might get your letter soon

Thanks bro. I'll just stay patient although I have one admission already

Lalaski001:


Bremen rejected me too. I Applied for Marine Geoscience.
Their reason was reasonable sha, they said i didn't do Chemistry in my first degree and that's it's an important course for the program.

Even though I already hv admission, these rejections can be very painful mehn.

Sorry bro. Indeed these rejections can really be painful.
Still waiting to hear from Bremen regarding the same course though. "In Progress" is what my status is showing now

saxony2018:
Hi everyone. Please help attend to this...this is like the 5th time that i am posting this

If the admission notification came attached as a PDF file then go ahead and use it. So long the mail states that you have been admitted for a particular course and enrolment starts so so date.
Quickly open a Fintiba account now (fintiba.com) because you need blocked account info to request for appointment.
Again if you already have your UK loan document then use that documentation in place of Fintiba. I'm sure people with updated info on this will enlighten us both.

While you are waiting for updated information kindly goto the German consular webpage for the email address to request a date.
You need your admission letter, blocked account/scholarship info and bio data page of your passport to request a date

All this talk about black guys and white women is just giving me joy. Good thing because it will help me remain focused on what is taking me there - studies. I kukuma no fancy German women before.
The aim is STUDY and HUSTLE

cityella:


I had an interview last week and the three persons who went in before me (masters students) were given a test, one in particular said a math test and the course he was going for wasn't even science related I guess he called it international management. in fact they spent longer time and came out sweating.
I'd say be prepared for anything.

Thanks Ella. Let me go start jacking my GRE quantitative section

Highbeeyajibola:


The issue is that people should share their interview transcript here as people of the past does, it makes things easier

You are right. This was the same thing I told him. I'm sure he will find the time to share his transcript. My guy dey busy dey hustle for SL right now. He will find the time to post his transcript.

Ogajojo:
Can someone pls say something about this?Please i have a quick question.a friend of mine had his interview lastweek and he said he forgot to sign his visa application form but dated and wrote the locAtion on that line that says(date & where) but didnt sign on the other line which was meant for signature.
He said he signed his declaration forms(just the english part)
My questions are
1.will that have any negative effect on his application?
2.what can be done about that situation?
3.shld he be worried?
Your kind responses will be highly appreciated thanks

Someone already attended to this. Go back to the page where you posted this or check your mentions. I can't remember clearly but the person said they might contact you if it becomes an issue. Just scroll back and check sha

peemyke:
I noticed. Please people that had interview for last summer can help answer the question. I really need to know if M.Sc students write tests apart from oral interview. My date is fast approaching.

I know someone that went for interview last week. He didn't say anything about a test so don't work yourself up about it. Also, I think that test thing depends on what you are going to study especially for Mathematics related courses from what I've seen before. In recent times I've not seen anyone talk about test before interview. Another friend of mine will go for interview in June so let's see what happens.
NB: All what I have stated are not verified facts o. They are my own words and opinion.

ejikeme27:
please i need to convince my in-law that sponsors must be resident in germany(he lives in netherland). can someone help with a link where he can read for himself about it.

https://www.foxyfolksy.com/formal-obligation-verpflichtungserkarung/

http://mkenyaujerumani.de/2014/07/22/getting-a-verpflichtungserklarung-affidavit-of-supportformal-obligation/

The info you need are in those links

Islam makes up 5.5% of German population so I think there are Muslims

Adebashy:
Are there Muslim guys among German!

peemyke:
Hi everybody, I received my admission letter today for master program. Y'all needed to see the way I was dancing. This thread has been sooooo helpful all the way. From application for admission to opening of blocked account. And even now that I'm about to book for visa appointment. I appreciate everyone here that has contributed to this thread. Vielen Dank. About my fintiba account, do I need to deposit the buffer amount €100 now? Or I should leave everything till after my interview?

Till after your interview is ok. Just book a date with the 2-page PDF document from Fintiba named "Make The Transfer".
Ensure to use an appropriate subject when mailing the consulate for a date. The body of the mail should be well structured too
Congratulations on your admission notification.

osifo4ever:
Has anybody hear from bremen,kiel and LMU MUNICH master in marine geology and geophysics respectively!

I haven't heard from Kiel and Bremen. There is no point worrying about the status of your application. In due time they will notify us regarding the admission.

ayotho9:


Thank you sir.

Sir, is it the 2 pages or 13 pages document you submitted for the block account details during the interview?

The 2 page document with your passport and admission letter.

mamuzoOMAH:
great. yes I am coming for masters. Alright sir, I will do that asap

Dear UNIBEST Graduate. Abeg don't do GRE ASAP o. Spend between 2-4 months to prepare for it so you can ace it.
I'll advice you go for NYSC and use that 12 months to research about schools, study for GRE, prepare your supplementary materials and apply by 2019. I know say we from UNIBEN no dey carry last but for this matter you gats study to show yourself approved o. Think am

okpala95:


Thanks for your advise.I use your format as stated this morning at around 6:30. And I got an interview date for 13th of July. The mail came 7:50am.

Thanks for your advice.

Congratulations. I'm glad I could be of help.
Prospective applicants should please follow the same format
Proper title and the body of the mail should be well written.

Berliner1:


I hope u guys work on your German.

Kiel is a dryland with only one company(textile) proving jobs for plenty student.

I will advice you pm people in that uni before going.

Berliner1 please how is the job situation @Freiberg?
Is it easier to get jobs in that town?

shasha25:
na wa ooo
have applied to almost 10schools yet none of em has made decision

No news some times is good news in disguise. I know someone that has applied for close to that same number and it's been regret mails from some of them since this week.
So have patience and hope for the best ok

fodukes:


Sorry I wanted to asked what the opening confirmation is? I understand what the blocking confirmation for blocked account means. Basically what im asking is can you schedule your visa appointment even prior to funding your account? (using only the confirmation of account opening?) and what about the process/appointment where you need to have your signature certified at the embassy to get the account opened? Sorry im a little lost, if anyone can shed more light on any new development.

I'm actually new to this but from the little I've learnt about the process is this;
1. Open the blocked account with fintiba or another bank
2. When you receive your blocked account details you then request for an appointment whether you have funded the account or not.
3. Fintiba will send you 2 documents but what you need is the 2-page document titled "Make the Transfer"
4. Send your international passport, Make the transfer document and your admission letter
5. Get your interview date and prepare

This is what I've done so far. I'm sure gurus can comment better on this

okpala95:


I didn't write my email address on the body of the mail.
Just my name and residential address. I attached my admission letter, passport page and Fintiba account confirmation.

Is the email address essential? Since I already sent the mail with my email.

It isn't necessary to write your email on the body of the mail since that's what you are contacting them with.
I sent my request 8:43 same Wednesday and got a reply with my interview date 47 minutes later.

But wait till Monday as advised because I didn't expect their feedback to be quick.
What I did was this...
I titled the subject of the mail thus "APPLICATION FOR A VISA APPOINTMENT DATE"

I also wrote on the body of the mail thus

Dear German Consulate,

Please find attached my personal details and documents in consideration for the subject request.

If you don't hear back from them next week you can reapply the same way I did ( this is based on the assumption that you didn't do what I just mentioned o). I hope they get back to you though

jimnozi:


Please anybody going to Frieberg for this winter Please lets Connect and if there is another accomodation thats is affordable let me know. Thanks

I'll be going to Freiberg this winter. Yet to book appointment sha.
I'm still waiting for Fintiba to finalize my account opening thing.
What course did you apply for? Mine is "Sustainable Mining and Remediation Management"
Please keep me posted on the accommodation hustle

iwriterng:
Hello, Please I am having a hard time filling out a certain section on my goettingen application.

It's the part where I am expected to enter details about Final Grade:. I entered my CGPA but it keeps making it as an error.

Don't use "dot" in place of decimals. Instead you use a comma.
For instance if your CGPA is 3.55 then you input it as "3,55"
Take note of the comma. I hope this works