Students who have not yet received final admission from a German university but need to travel to Germany to complete the admission process can apply for a Student Applicant Visa (Visum zur Studienbewerbung). The visa allows prospective students to enter Germany while they pursue admission to a university, preparatory course or study programme.
One of the key requirements for obtaining the visa is proving that the applicant has sufficient financial resources to support themselves during their stay in Germany. Applicants must also demonstrate that they have a realistic prospect of gaining admission to a recognised educational institution.