National Visa for Study (Nationales Visum zum Studium) vs Student Visa
Student visa comparison: Germany and United Arab Emirates. Tuition, work rights, financial requirements and post-study pathways.
Overview
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National Visa for Study (Nationales Visum zum Studium)
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Student Visa
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| Country | Germany | United Arab Emirates |
| Program type | Full time | Full time |
| Status | Active | Active |
At a glance
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National Visa for Study (Nationales Visum zum Studium)
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Student Visa
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| Initial duration | 24 mo | 12 mo |
| Proof of funds | $13,774 | — |
| Application fee | $87 | $27 |
| Work during study | Yes | Yes |
| Post-study visa | Yes | Yes |
Tuition
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National Visa for Study (Nationales Visum zum Studium)
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| Tuition policy | Mixed | Full fee |
| Tuition-free scope | All | None |
| Tuition-free condition | Many public universities charge no tuition for most bachelor’s and master’s programmes, but Baden-Württemberg charges most non-EU students EUR 1,500 per semester, some Bavarian institutions charge non-EU tuition, and private or continuing-education programmes may charge tuition. | — |
| Scholarships available | Yes | Yes |
Duration
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National Visa for Study (Nationales Visum zum Studium)
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| Initial duration | 24 months | 12 months |
| Maximum duration | — | — |
| Renewable | Yes | Yes |
| Renewal duration | 24 months | 12 months |
Financial requirements
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National Visa for Study (Nationales Visum zum Studium)
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| Proof of funds | $13,774 | — |
| Application fee | $87 | $27 |
Work during study
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| Work allowed | Yes | Yes |
| Unlimited hours | No | No |
| Freelance allowed | No | No |
| On campus only | No | No |
| Work permission type | Automatic | Separate permit |
Requirements
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| Full-time study | Required | Required |
| Institution accreditation | Required | Required |
| Health insurance | Required | Required |
| Medical exam | Not required | Required |
| Criminal record check | Not required | Not required |
| Accommodation proof | Not required | Not required |
| Visa interview | Not required | Not required |
Family and dependents
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| Dependents allowed | Yes | Yes |
| Dependent restriction | Spouse and children. Spouse can apply for a family reunion visa. Student must prove sufficient funds for the entire family. | University students may sponsor family members if they can afford the costs and provide suitable housing; specific emirate and immigration conditions apply. |
| Spouse can work | Yes | Yes |
| Spouse work unrestricted | Yes | No |
| Children can attend school | Yes | No |
Post-study pathways
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National Visa for Study (Nationales Visum zum Studium)
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Student Visa
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| Post-study visa | Yes | Yes |
| Work permit | Yes | Yes |
| Permanent residency | Yes(5 yrs) | No |
| Citizenship | Yes(5 yrs) | No |
| Time counts toward permanent residency | Yes | No |
| Fraction of time counted | 0.50 | — |
Application process
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National Visa for Study (Nationales Visum zum Studium)
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Student Visa
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| Method | Online | Online |
| Processing time | — | 2–2 days |
| Apply in-country | Yes | Yes |
| Multiple entry | Yes | No |
| Schengen access | Yes | No |