Monthly living expenses are generally between €750 and €1,100, which include food, transportation, insurance, internet, and personal expenses. These costs may vary depending on the city and individual lifestyle.

At the college level, no. However, at the Bachelor’s and Master’s levels, students can work up to 120 full days or 240 half days per year. Depending on the job type and hourly wage, you can earn between €900 and €1,200 per month, which is usually enough to cover student living expenses.

According to the latest German government regulations, family reunification (spouse and children) is generally not possible at the college and Bachelor’s level, but at the Master’s and PhD level it may be possible under specific conditions.

German language certificates: TestDaF, DSH, Goethe, Telc, ÖSD.

For Master’s admission you need one of these: DSH 2, TestDaF TDN4, Telc C1, Goethe Zertifikat C2, or ÖSD C2. (Some universities may also accept B2 level). For English-taught programs, you need TOEFL iBT with a minimum score of 82 or IELTS Academic with at least 6.5 overall.

In some specific fields such as Business Administration or Computer Science, admission to English-taught Bachelor’s programs is possible. However, most other programs are only available in German.

Financial proof required: €11,904 for direct admission to Bachelor’s or Master’s, €12,324 for conditional admission to Bachelor’s or Master’s, and €13,095 for college programs.

In most cases, German public colleges and universities are tuition-free, so you can find free programs in your field. However, since Winter Semester 2017/18, the state of Baden-Württemberg has charged international students €1,500 or more per semester.

Since most public colleges and universities in Germany charge no tuition, scholarships are not widely available at these levels. However, students who achieve excellent grades after starting their studies can apply for financial aid from various institutions and the respective federal states.

Yes, family reunification (spouse and children) at the same time is possible.

International students are allowed to work up to 120 full days or 240 half days per year.

No, there is no age limit for admission or student visas in Austria.

Graduates can stay in Austria for up to 18 months to search for a job related to their field.

At least German A2 level or IELTS 6.5, or an equivalent TOEFL score, is accepted.

Public universities charge between €700 and €1,500 per year.

German language certificates: TestDaF, DSH, Goethe, Telc, ÖSD.

Yes, all documents must be legalized at the Austrian embassy.

Yes, with an A2 certificate you can get conditional admission, but before starting the main program you must reach B1 or B2 level.

Tuition fees are low, and regional scholarships of up to €8,000 per year are offered.

Yes, many Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs are offered in English.

Yes, as an international student in Italy, you are allowed to work up to 20 hours per week.

Although for some programs with entrance exams in English you may not need to present a language certificate, in general, an English certificate is required to apply for an Italian student visa.

Some universities require a language certificate for PhD admission, but it depends on the university and program. For industrial PhDs, no certificate may be required.

Yes, PhD funding is available in Germany. In 2024, the net monthly amount (after tax, health insurance, pension, and other deductions) is usually between €1,200 and €2,500, depending on the research project.

No. A PhD visa in Germany is considered a work visa and counts as full-time employment.

Yes. With a PhD visa, you can apply for family reunification for your spouse and children under 18 at the same time.

If your PhD position is funded, financial proof is not required. If it is unfunded, you must provide proof of sufficient finances.

Visa processing usually takes between 6 and 12 weeks, but it may vary depending on your case and the embassy.

Yes, if your PhD position is fully funded and your salary meets the Blue Card threshold, you can apply for it.

Generally, applicants should be between 18 and 31 years old. The exact age limit may vary depending on the program and employer. In some fields, it is possible to apply even at an older age.

After completing Ausbildung, you can receive a job-seeker visa for 18 months, allowing you to search for a job in Germany related to your field.

Visa processing usually takes between 4 and 8 weeks, but may vary depending on your case and the embassy.

In some cases, Iranian vocational certificates are accepted in Germany, but they need to be assessed and recognized by relevant authorities.

If your monthly salary is above €990, no financial proof is required. If it is below that, you must provide financial proof to cover living costs in Germany.

Yes, your academic documents must be evaluated by ZAB or recognized by the respective federal state. Having ZAB or Anerkennung recognition is a key requirement for many employers and can significantly increase your chances of being invited for interviews.

Generally, German language certificates are not required for a work visa, but having one is beneficial and in some cases may be requested by the employer.

After receiving a work contract, if your income meets the Blue Card threshold, you can apply for it.

Yes, if you have a work contract that meets the Blue Card conditions or pre-approval from the German labor office (preferably listing accompanying family members), your family can submit their applications at the same time. If documents are complete and approved, the chances of simultaneous approval are high.

The process of obtaining permanent residency and citizenship usually takes up to 5 years. In special cases, with C1-level German and exceptional integration, this period can be reduced to 3 years.

Yes, your academic documents must be evaluated by ZAB. Having ZAB recognition is a key requirement for many employers and can significantly increase your chances of being invited for interviews.