New in Germany

You have received your admission and are planning your stay in Germany? We are here for you - even before the semester starts.

Arrival made easy

We will support you from the very beginning so that you will soon feel at home at HHU and in Düsseldorf.

Visa

You need a valid visa to study in Germany.

What you should know about it and where you can find more information about it, you can find out here.

Funding and scholarships

What is a blocked account? How can I finance my studies? And how many hours am I allowed to work as an international student?

Answers to these and other questions about money can be found here.

Accommodation

What is behind the abbreviations WG, 2ZKDB and NK? And how do you find a room or an apartment in Düsseldorf and the surrounding area?

You can find tips for your successful apartment search here.

Register residence

You have found an apartment? Then the next step is to register at the residents' registration office.

We have compiled all the important information for you here.

Health insurance

When you enroll and renew your residence permit, you must prove that you have health insurance.

You want to know more? Then click here.

Residence permit

You need a residence permit if you do not come from the EU, the European Economic Area or Switzerland. You can apply for one at the immigration office in your place of residence.

Bank account

If you live in Germany, you need a bank account. This way you can easily pay your rent and bills and receive your salary from your part-time job.

You can find everything you need to know about the topic here.

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