💡 This checklist is not exhaustive, but it gives you a helpful overview of important items you should not forget when packing your luggage for your move to Germany.
[ ] Passport and all relevant travel documents (visa, entry permit, etc.)
[ ] Original academic documents, for example:
school graduation certificate
diploma or degree certificate
(These may be required for enrolment or registration. If you are unsure, please contact your admissions caseworker for more information.)
[ ] Copies (digital and/or paper) of all important documents
[ ] For students from outside the EU:
Driver’s license with a German or English translation (if you plan to drive in Germany)
(Foreign driving licenses are usually valid for up to six months in Germany.)
[ ] Clothing suitable for different weather conditions
(Germany has cold winters, mild springs, and rainy days throughout the year.)
[ ] Comfortable shoes (walking is common in German cities)
[ ] One or two formal or semi-formal outfits (for university events, presentations, or official appointments)
[ ] Something that reminds you of your family, friends, or home country