Which route fits me?
Several routes lead from Vietnam to Berlin. Pick by your situation, then read the route page.
| You are | Route |
|---|---|
| A school leaver (THPT) who wants a German degree | Study (§ 16b). First the APS certificate, then admission and money. |
| A bachelor graduate who wants a Master's | Study, also with APS (procedure with interview). |
| A graduate or experienced professional with a job offer from a German employer | Skilled worker / Blue Card |
| Qualified (degree or at least 2 years of vocational training), no job offer yet, with savings and German A1 or English B2 | Opportunity Card |
| A school leaver who wants vocational training, German at B1 or close | Ausbildung |
| A trained nurse, or someone who wants to train as one | Nursing |
| Someone who only wants to learn German in Germany, or a cook of Vietnamese cuisine | Language course or Other routes |
| Already in Berlin | Already in Berlin? |
Four honest checks before you decide
- German. Almost every route needs it, and it is the step that takes longest. Start now: Learning German.
- Money. See Costs at a glance. Most routes need a blocked account of €11,904 to €13,092 for one year. If someone offers you a loan to pay an agency, read Avoiding scams first.
- Documents. The apostille does not apply between Vietnam and Germany; civil-status papers are legalised, education papers are checked by APS. See Documents from Vietnam.
- Where you apply. National visas go through the online portal and VFS Global in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City or Da Nang. See Visa application.
This site gives general orientation. It does not assess your individual case; for that see a lawyer for migration law or a recognised advice centre.
A question this page does not answer? Contact us. Free orientation only, no legal advice for individual cases.