Documents Required for Indian Students for Ausbildung

Pursuing Ausbildung in Germany is definitely going to give you a wonderful career path in Europe. But before you think about packing your suitcases to join the classrooms and training workshops in Germany, you have to do one thing without fail, which is prepare your documents.

BCES Admissions Abroad helps its students in all stages of the application process. And among those processes, documentation is probably the toughest and the confusing part of the procedure. Thus, we have come up with this easy to follow checklist of documents which will make sure you don’t miss out on any vital paperwork.

Understanding About Ausbildung and the Importance of Proper Documentation

Dual vocational training or Ausbildung is the training system offered by Germany. As it includes education as well as employment, you need to prepare documents to cover both aspects. Therefore, it is best for you to keep a checklist with yourself to save time and effort at the end.

Essential Educational Documents

As the first thing that your employers or training institutes would check, your academic record should be perfect.

10th and 12th Mark sheets/Certificates
Diploma/Graduation certificates if any
Transcripts translated into German/English by a certified translator
Any vocational training certificates if already available

These prove your educational qualifications and help place you in an appropriate Ausbildung program.

Language Proficiency Certificates

As all the Ausbildung programs are conducted in the German language, language proficiency becomes very important. German language certificate, generally of the level B1-B2 from institutes such as Goethe Institut/telc. English language proficiency, if needed by the specific program. A strong language certificate makes your selection process much easier by the German employers.

Identity and Personal Documents

These are the basic identification documents required by each applicant.

Valid passport which should have at least eighteen months validity
Photographs of passport size as specified in German visa requirements
Birth certificate
Aadhar card/PAN card for identity verification in India

Keep originals and scans of all documents as mostly all applications are submitted online.

Application Specific Documents

Once you start applying to companies/training programs, some more documents become compulsory.

Up to date resume/CV in the European style
An Anschreiben/Motivation letter which clearly tells why you are interested in pursuing that particular Ausbildung
Letters of recommendation if asked by the employer
Portfolio of work samples, applicable for creative or technical trades

These documents represent your personality and intent, so they should be well written and authentic.

Visa and Immigration Documents

This is where utmost care is taken since the slightest mistake can lead to rejection of your visa.

Signed Ausbildung contract from your German employer
Document proving your health insurance cover
Proving your accommodation in Germany
Statement from blocked account indicating that you have enough money
Filled out visa application form
Cover letter addressed to the German consulate

In case the visa laws change, ensure you find out what the new laws require from your consultant.

Medical and Health Documents

Germany requires proof that you are medically fit for life and training in Germany.

Recent medical fitness certificate
Vaccination documents
Documents on health insurance cover starting from the date of your arrival in Germany

Other Documents Which Can Enhance Your Application Profile. Although these are not mandatory, they are highly recommended.

Internships certifications
Extra-curricular activity certifications
Work experience letters

Advice on How to Simplify Your Document Gathering

It is advisable to collect your documents in time, at least six months before your application.
Getting certified translation from accredited translators
Having many copies of each document, both physically and electronically
Checking spelling and information in all documents for consistency
Consulting an expert on study abroad to help avoid last minute surprises

Conclusion

An Ausbildung application process is a wonderful chance for Indian students to gain both practical training and a certification from Germany. However, how successful your application will be highly depends on your preparedness of all the documents. Just one missing certificate may delay the whole procedure, and that is why it is better to think about it beforehand.

In BCES Admissions Abroad, we assist students with organizing all of the necessary documents and help them submit all the paperwork in time. Are you willing to continue your studies in Germany? Contact us now at +91 9319996330.