Hello, i work as an aupair for a family and ive done so for around 5 months, now i am looking into changing my visa to be able to study in germany, but i don't know how to proceed, would anyone be able to guide me?
I have a studienkolleg i am applying to, and im not sure if by applying there and if i get accepted with that acceptance letter i can change my visa/?
Thank you for the help
I am near Osnabrück, i am hoping to get in for the summer semester since i still woukd have to work when the winter semester starts but im not sure if that would be a problem or not, as for an income with the new visa i can apply to jobs at the job center, i have someone who could help me with that
Thank you for the help
Hi @Asteria-1990
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Unfortunately, with a student residence you are not allowed to receive support from the Job Center. You can see if you can apply for BAFöG.
https://handbookgermany.de/en/bafoeg
We also have more information about student finances on our page.
https://handbookgermany.de/en/student-finance
Regarding starting later, I am not sure if this would cause an issue as long as you apply for the summer semester and while your other residence is still valid, it should not be a problem.
Here you can find he documents needed for the immigration office in Osnabrück.
https://service.osnabrueck.de/dienstleistungen/-/egov-bis-detail/dienstleistung/5222/show
Please keep me updated on the process with the application and let me know if you have any further questions.
Best wishes
Hello @Asteria-1990 , thank you for reaching out to us and asking your question on our platform.
It is great that you are applying for Studienkolleg!
In general, you can change the purpose of your residence to a residence for studies.
You will have to have proof of your acceptance for the Studienkolleg, it is also good to check with your local immigration office what other documents you will need. In general, you will need to show that you have enough funds to cover your everyday life. The amount depends on where you live.
Please have a look at our information page for important hints on the application procedure:
https://handbookgermany.de/en/student-visa#faq_1518
If you want to let me know where in Germany you are I can also help with looking for the requirements at your local immigration office.
It would be great if you can keep us updated on your application. This is also valuable for other community members.
If you have any further questions, please let me know.
Best wishes