Why apply for Germany Scientist / Visiting Scholar Visa?

• Vast Research opportunities
• Work as a scholar or researcher in Germany
• Work and Settle in Germany
• Earn up to a minimum wage of €12 per hour
• Engage in teaching activities

Germany Scientist / Visiting Scholar Visa

The German Scientist / Visiting Scholar Visa is for non-EU international students who want to enter and conduct research in the country. As scientists or researchers, international students must find an institution to conduct research. To apply for a German research visa, a researcher must intend to reside in the country for at least three months to participate in a research study. This applies to scientists who are residents of any EU; they also must apply for this visa.

This visa is also referred to by different names, such as guest scientist visa, but most commonly simply a ‘researcher visa.’ The German Scientist / Visiting Scholar Visa is valid for three months to one year. An applicant who applies for a Germany Scientist / Visiting Scholar Visa can bring their family members with them under the family reunification rules.

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Benefits of applying for Germany Scientist / Visiting Scholar Visa

• Can carry out different research activities
• Be a part of teaching activities
• Receive monthly allowance
• Receive a travel allowance

Eligibility criteria to apply for a Germany Scientist / Visiting Scholar Visa

• Aged over 18 years
• Must have already hosted the agreement
• Agreement must be in place for a duration of between three months and one year
• Must have sufficient health insurance
• Proof of accommodation
• Education qualification regarding the research project
• Must not previously be refused a German visa before
• Payslip of the last three months
• Travel itinerary

Requirements to apply for a Germany Scientist / Visiting Scholar Visa

• Valid passport
• Cover letter
• No objection letter
• Invitation letters from German universities
• Academic qualification
• Proof of relevant qualification
• Proof of accommodation
• Health insurance coverage

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Steps to apply for a German Scientist / Visiting Scholar Visa

Here are the step-by-step procedures to apply for a Germany Scientist / Visiting Scholar Visa:

Step 1: Sign a hosting agreement with the relevant research institute

Step 2: File the visa application form

Step 3: Sort out all the required documents

Step 4: Wait for visa approval

Step 5: Once approved, travel to Germany
 

Processing fees of Germany Scientist / Visiting Scholar Visa

The Processing fee for a German Scientist / Visiting Scholar Visa is €75.
 

Processing time of Germany Scientist / Visiting Scholar Visa

The Processing time for a German Scientist / Visiting Scholar Visa is 10-15 days. However, if there are more applications, the visa application can take more than one to two months. It is advisable to apply three months before the travel.
 

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