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I would like to start by saying
that it is not a very big deal or complication to settle down for student arriving
at Germany to pursue his or her studies. It is a basic and major misconception
of any foreign student that it takes time and a lot of effort to get adjusted
to the new place and country. Unless you know exactly how things work here, it
is absolutely organised to miss anything that is essential to start your
student life in Germany. Prior to all, I would want clear this with the
students arriving, No one is completely prepared, So be excited for your
arrival here and not scared. Usually, Students tend to usually suffocate with
things that are merely important. For example, they tend to pack things with
all the possible things that they hold onto. I would say half your package
could hold groceries that you will not get your hands on in Germany. Utensils
can be basics. Even winter wears could be bought here in Germany, they would be
of better quality than your home country. Hold some cash in your hand on your
arrival it would be helpful. For the tickets, Ask your mentor or tutor assigned
from your university. They would be able to book tickets for you for cheap
rates. The essentials are the most important things. Have a checklist and make
sure to verify with the same.
There are few essential things
that are to be done when you arrive in Germany for the first time. First of all
getting an accommodation is itself a hectic task. So, accommodation is the
first priority for the students who arrive in Germany. I would recommend you to
apply for the room in Studierendenwerk in the city with your application
for the university. Arrive as early as possible before the start of the
semester. You could also stay in a hotel if necessary and meet the respective
people in the Studierendenwerk requesting a room. Do try to get contacts
of any person from your home country they
could help you in your initial days in the country. Because, I had some friends
here in Germany I could use their room for 10 days. I had to visit the Studierendenwerk
every day for 10 days to get a room for myself.
The next important thing that you
do in Germany is that you book appointment in three different places. Firstly,
the bank, you must find a bank that is suitable for you and open an account as
soon as possible. That way, you could manage your expenses or it would help you
to release your money from your home country. Secondly, the Bürgerservice, In
Germany a person has to register into the city saying that you live in that
particular address. For this book a date after you have a contract of accommodation
in that city. Also you’ll not need much of documents for this process. Lastly, booking
an appointment for VISA extension interview with the Ausländerbehörde, this is
the most important and the final process. There will not be much of a free
slots available as there will lot of people looking to book an appointment. I
would recommend a student to book an interview as soon as he arrives in the
city. The date can be at least a month before the expiry of your VISA date. For
this VISA extension you will need all the above documents from accommodation,
bank balance to your city registration certificate. These are some of the most important and
necessary things to do on a student’s arrival in Germany. I hope it is helpful
for the upcoming students.
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