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Document checklist

Exactly what you need — nothing more.

The Chancenkarte is paperwork-heavy by design. Use our official checklist to know what every embassy actually asks for.

Document checklist

Exactly what you need — nothing more.

The Chancenkarte is paperwork-heavy by design. Use our official checklist to know what every embassy actually asks for.

Identity

  • Valid passport (min. 12 months remaining)

    Mandatory
  • Biometric photos (35×45mm, EU standard)

    Mandatory
  • CV in Europass / European format

    Mandatory

Qualifications

  • Degree certificate (apostilled / legalised)

    Mandatory
  • Academic transcripts (full course list)

    Mandatory
  • Anabin / ZAB recognition statement

    Mandatory
  • Vocational training certificate

    Optional

Work experience

  • Employer reference letters (English / German)

    Mandatory
  • Recent payslips or signed work contracts

    Optional

Language

  • German certificate (A1 minimum, Goethe / telc)

    Optional
  • English certificate (IELTS / TOEFL / Cambridge)

    Optional

Finances

  • Blocked account confirmation (Sperrkonto)

    Mandatory
  • Sponsor declaration (Verpflichtungserklärung)

    Optional
  • Incoming German health insurance policy

    Mandatory

Additional

  • Motivation letter (job-search strategy)

    Mandatory
  • Police clearance certificate (apostilled)

    Mandatory

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