Learning German
| Route | Level |
|---|---|
| Working Holiday | None required, basic German recommended |
| Opportunity Card | German A1 or English B2 (checklist) |
| Blue Card | None required; A1 or B1 shortens the way to settlement |
| Ausbildung | Usually B1 |
| German-taught degree | Usually C1 (for example TestDaF or DSH); set by the university |
| Spouse joining family | A1, with exceptions; see Family |
Recognised exams
The Consulate accepts certificates from the Goethe-Institut, telc and ÖSD (checklist). The Goethe-Institut has an office in Hong Kong; see goethe.de (the Hong Kong page could not be checked automatically; see TODO).
Language-course visa (§ 16f)
An intensive course in Germany of at least 18 hours a week; money €1,091 a month; work up to 20 hours a week is allowed (§ 16f). Consulate language-course checklist.
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