Germany Blocked Account for International Students in 2025

Candidates would have to keep a little more than the said amount as the bank could levy a service charge on the student opening a Blocked Account in Germany. For a student, the money kept in the German Blocked Account should ideally cover accommodation, living expenses, and even travel pass costs.

How much money should be in Blocked Account in Germany?

One can check the year-wise Blocked account Germany amount from below, to have a better insight. 

How does German Blocked Account work?

• Before moving to Germany, you open this account at a bank, either in your home country or in Germany.
• After depositing the required amount, the bank gives you a confirmation document needed for your visa application.
• Once you arrive in Germany and register your address, you can activate the account to start receiving monthly payments.

Also Check: How to Study in Germany Without a Blocked Account?

How to Open a German Blocked Account?

A student would need an admission letter from a university in Germany to open this German Blocked Account. While you can open this German Blocked Account in any bank in Germany, in India, the student can open a German Blocked Account with any branch of Kotak Mahindra Bank and ICICI Bank. Once the student travels to Germany, the account is transferred to a local branch near the university. Candidates should keep in mind that this is a mandatory practice applicable to all international students who choose to pursue higher education in Germany. Due to the amount of money involved, it is highly recommended that the student be involved in the entire process. 

Candidates should note that not all banks are regulated by law to operate Blocked Accounts. Hence, there may be banks that do not provide this service. Candidates can check with the university representatives for a list of banks that are close to the campus and provide Blocked Account service. 

Documents required to open a Blocked Account in Germany

• Application Form
• Valid passport
• University admission letter
• A bank statement that confirms you have the required amount of money to open a blocked account
• A prepaid fee

NOTE: You may be required to submit more documents, depending on the bank provider and your country of origin.

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Quick Facts about a Blocked Account in Germany

Here are a few quick facts regarding blocked accounts in Germany that could be of interest to candidates who are planning to visit Germany for higher education.

• Candidates can open a blocked account at Kotak Mahindra Bank or ICICI Bank in India. 
• Your money would be eventually transferred to a local branch near your university in Germany or any Local Bank by Kotak Mahindra Bank and ICICI Bank.  
• Though the German Blocked Account amount is €11,904 the banks might require you to deposit an additional amount as bank charges & fees. This, however, is subjective and you are advised to contact the nearest bank branch for clarity.
• A student can only withdraw €992 per month from the Blocked Account.
• A blocked account may take as long as a month at times (during admission season) to become active. A student is hence advised to open the same at the earliest.
• Once the account is opened, the bank will send a confirmation mail with the details to the German Embassy/ Consulate. This is essential for the student to get a German National Visa.