Blocked account (Sperrkonto)
A German account holding a fixed sum (€11,904 for one year as of 2024) that you draw monthly to prove living funds.
The blocked account is how most students prove living costs for a German student visa. You deposit the year's amount before applying and can withdraw a set sum each month after arrival. Confirm the current figure on the German mission or DAAD site.
Applies to: Germany
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