Germany Study Document Checklist 2026: APS, TestAS, Visa

Every document you need to study in Germany by stage — academic records, APS, TestAS, language certificate, uni-assist, finance and visa. Interactive, saves your progress.

Key facts

• Academic records — your school-leaving certificate and transcripts, usually translated and officially certified.
• An APS certificate, mandatory for applicants from countries such as Vietnam and China.
• Your TestAS result and a language certificate (TestDaF 4×4, DSH-2 or telc C1 Hochschule).
• A uni-assist application, financial proof (a blocked account / Sperrkonto), health insurance, and the completed student-visa packet.

Frequently asked questions

What documents do I need to study in Germany?

School/academic records, an APS certificate, TestAS results, a language certificate (TestDaF/DSH/telc C1 Hochschule), uni-assist application, financial proof (blocked account), health insurance, and the student-visa packet.