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Amparo Nájera-Alesón
Former Visiting Student
“I really enjoyed the close contacts with local students
and the colorful composition of the student
body, which comprised people from many different
countries. I learned a lot of new things about culture
and the German economy. Every day, my German
language skills improved thanks to the intensive
language courses they offer at MBS.”
VISAS
German law requires non-EU nationals to apply for a Student
Visa (Visum für Studienzwecke). As visa requirements
differ for each country, you have to contact the German
Embassy in your country to obtain correct information. The
Federal Foreign Office (Auswärtiges Amt) provides a table
of countries that shows which citizens require/do not
require visas to enter Germany.
Since the visa process can be rather lengthy, we recommend
that you obtain general information on how to apply
for a student visa well in advance of the date you wish to
begin your academic studies. The actual visa process can
only be started after you have received the letter of
acceptance from Munich Business School.
Do not enter Germany with a tourist visa, because it cannot
be changed into a residence permit for studies, not
even if you are in possession of the admission certificate to
a German university. In such a case you would have to
return to your home country!
The German Embassy issuing your visa will send the visa
application directly to the Alien Registration Office (Ausländerbehörde)
of the German town you wish to reside.
Once you are in Germany, you will have to register with
the Ausländerbehörde where you will also receive more
information on how to extend your visa.
HOUSING
Accepted incoming students have the option to either find
a place on their own, or take advantage of off-campus housing
through a property management company which MBS
has partnered with. Students wanting to take advantage
of this housing option can reserve accommodation in advance.
Prices start at EUR 420 per month for a furnished
single room.
COST OF LIVING
We estimate that your living costs will be around EUR 950
per month. Your budget will mostly depend on how you
manage your free time (e.g. travelling, eating out, opera,
concerts, using sports facilities, visiting museums and
clubs). Below is an example of an exchange student’s
monthly budget:
Rent (for a single room): EUR 420
Groceries/food: EUR 300
Public transportation: EUR 30
Phone/Internet: EUR 50
Miscellaneous: EUR 150
Estimated monthly budget: EUR 950
HEALTH INSURANCE
All students must have health insurance for their studies in
Germany and either submit proof of acceptable health insurance
from their country or purchase health insurance in
Germany. Without health insurance, students may not register
for courses at Munich Business School.
For more information, please visit our website
www.munich-business-school.de/for-internationals
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