- Find a programme in the DAAD database and check its entry requirements.
- Check whether your Pakistani qualifications give direct university entry or require a foundation course.
- Apply to the university directly or via uni-assist if the university uses it, and receive your admission letter.
- Open a blocked account and deposit EUR 11,904 (or arrange another accepted proof of finances).
- Arrange health insurance cover.
- Apply for the national student visa through the Federal Foreign Office Consular Services Portal (Islamabad, or Karachi for Sindh and Balochistan).
- After arrival, register your address, enrol at the university and apply for your residence permit at the foreigners' office.
Study in Germany from Pakistan
Checked October 9, 2026 against official sources
Germany attracts many Pakistani students because most state universities charge no tuition fees for bachelor's and most master's programmes, and its engineering, computer science and natural science faculties have a strong reputation. Many international programmes are taught in English, so German is not always required for admission. Graduates can stay on to look for a job in a large economy that needs skilled workers.
Money to show (visa)11,904 EUR / yearabout PKR 3,695,747
Student visa feesabout PKR 31,046
Work while studyingNon-EU students may work up to 140 full days or 280 half days a year (as of March 2024); student employees at a university may alternatively work up to 20 hours per week.
Work after graduationGraduates from outside the EU may stay in Germany for up to 18 months after completing their degree to look for employment.
Why Pakistani students choose Germany
- Generally no tuition fees for bachelor's and most master's degrees at state universities (Baden-Württemberg charges non-EU students EUR 1,500 per semester)
- Proof of finances, usually a blocked account, of EUR 11,904 a year
- Non-EU students can work 140 full days or 280 half days a year
- Up to 18 months after graduation to look for a job
- German is not required for international degree programmes
What it costs
| Living costs to show for the student visa Usually paid into a blocked account (Sperrkonto); amount valid from 1 January 2025 |
11,904 EUR per year about PKR 3,695,747 |
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Living costs: Berlin · Munich (daily food, transport and rent estimates).
Work out the money to show in PKR → · Tuition is listed on each university page below.
Universities in Germany
All 8 →Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Munich
EUR 4,000 or 6,000 per semester for non-EU students (usually; varies by progr...
RWTH Aachen University
Aachen
No tuition fees for international (non-EU) students; semester fee of EUR 375....
Heidelberg University
Heidelberg
EUR 1,500 per semester for non-EU/EEA students on consecutive master's progra...
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)
Karlsruhe
EUR 1,500 per semester for non-EU international students (EUR 650 per semeste...
LMU Munich (Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München)
Munich
No tuition fees for regular master's programs; semester fee EUR 97 (summer se...
TUD Dresden University of Technology (TU Dresden)
Dresden
No general tuition fees (some special courses charge fees - see SINS); semest...
Technische Universität Berlin (TU Berlin)
Berlin
No tuition fees for consecutive master's programs (continuing education maste...
University of Stuttgart
Stuttgart
EUR 1,500 per semester for degree-seeking students from non-EU countries, plu...
Scholarships in Germany
All 8 →
143 days left
Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarships for International Students
The Green political foundation funds international graduates and PhD students at German universit...
234 days leftTUM Waiver Scholarship for High-Achieving Master's Students
Since TUM charges tuition fees to students from non-EU/EEA countries, it offers a limited number ...
279 days leftKonrad-Adenauer-Stiftung International Scholarship Program
KAS funds international students and PhD candidates, mainly from non-EU countries, at German univ...
Check official siteDAAD Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS)
EPOS funds professionals from developing and newly industrialised countries, including Pakistan, ...
Check official siteDAAD Research Grants - Doctoral Programmes in Germany
This DAAD programme funds a full doctorate in Germany, either an individual PhD with a supervisor...
Check official siteDAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Programme (Master's Scholarships for Public Policy and Good Governance)
The Helmut-Schmidt-Programme funds future leaders from developing and emerging countries, includi...
Check official siteTUM Deutschlandstipendium
The Deutschlandstipendium at TUM pays €300 a month plus contact with industry sponsors. TUM award...
Check official siteFriedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Scholarship for Foreign Students
The social-democratic foundation funds foreign students who are already studying at a German univ...
Student visa and English
- Germany student visa: requirements, documents and fees
- German is not a prerequisite for international degree programmes and some postgraduate courses; otherwise you need TestDaF or DSH.
- Health insurance is mandatory; you must show proof of it when enrolling at university and when applying for your residence permit.
- Germany Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte):
Steps to study in Germany
Frequently asked questions
Is studying in Germany free for Pakistani students?
According to the DAAD, there are generally no tuition fees for bachelor's or most master's courses at state universities. Every student pays a semester contribution for student services. Baden-Württemberg charges non-EU students EUR 1,500 per semester and Bavaria may also charge fees, so check the university's page.
How much money do I need in a blocked account?
Most applicants must prove they have EUR 11,904 available for one year, the amount required since 1 January 2025. This is normally deposited into a blocked account, from which a fixed monthly amount is released after arrival. Setting up the account costs a one-time fee.
Can I study in Germany without knowing German?
Yes, for many programmes. German is not a prerequisite for international degree programmes or certain postgraduate courses. If a course is taught in German, you must pass TestDaF or DSH. Check the language requirement on each university's programme page.
How many hours can I work as a student in Germany?
Students from outside the EU may work 140 full days or 280 half days per year. Alternatively, student employees may work up to 20 hours per week. Breaking these rules can lead to expulsion, so follow them carefully.
Can I stay in Germany after my degree?
Yes. Non-EU graduates of German universities can stay for up to 18 months after completing their degree to look for employment. The DAAD advises starting your job search in your final semester.
Amounts in PKR use today's exchange rate. Rules change; always confirm on the official pages linked here before you apply.
Plan your application
Embassy & visa centres in Pakistan
- Consulate General of Germany Karachi
- Embassy of Germany Islamabad
- VFS Global - Germany Visa Application Centre Islamabad
