GERMAN NATIONAL VISA (TYPE D) – FOR NIGERIAN CITIZENS

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1. STUDENT VISA
For Nigerians wishing to study in Germany.
Required documents:
- Valid international passport
- Admission letter from a German university (Zulassungsbescheid)
- Proof of German language proficiency (A2–B2 level if applicable)
- Proof of financial means (Blocked account or sponsor letter – approx. €11,208/year)
- Academic certificates
- Travel health insurance
- Completed visa application form and two passport photos

2. WORK VISA
For Nigerians with a job offer in Germany.
Required documents:
- Valid international passport
- Signed employment contract or job offer
- Professional qualifications (degree, experience)
- Recognition of qualifications in Germany (Anerkennung/ZAB)
- Motivation letter and CV
- Proof of financial support (if not starting job immediately)
- Travel health insurance
- Housing/accommodation plan

3. FAMILY REUNION VISA
For joining a spouse, child, or parent in Germany.
Required documents:
- Valid international passport
- Proof of relationship (marriage or birth certificate)
- Copy of family member’s German residence permit (Aufenthaltstitel)
- Proof of residence in Germany (Meldebescheinigung)
- Proof of A1-level German language (Goethe certificate, etc.)
- Travel health insurance

4. LANGUAGE COURSE VISA
For intensive German language study in Germany.
Required documents:
- Valid international passport
- Enrollment confirmation from a German language school (min. 18 hours/week)
- Proof of financial means (Blocked account or sponsor letter)
- Proof of accommodation
- Travel health insurance
- Educational background (school certificates)
- Motivation letter (why learning German)