Services & information
There are lots of questions to be answered before a stay abroad. Whether it's funding, visas, housing, language, health insurance or how you get to know people – there's a lot to consider. We have put together important information for you here.
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Visa and residence
Services & information
Are you going to travel to Berlin and are wondering whether you need a visa and how to apply for one? Are you in Berlin and wondering what a residence permit is and what the conditions are? Then this page is the right place for you.
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Finances
Services & information
Would you like to come to Humboldt-Universität to study, do a doctorate or research and are wondering how to fund this? On this page, you will find tips and useful resources for financial support.
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Accommodation
Services & information
How do you find a place to live in Berlin? What search options are there, what costs should you expect, and what should you bear in mind? Here you will find information and tips on how to find what you are looking for.
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Language
Services & information
Language is one of the most important elements of well-being and success when entering a new culture. If you come to Berlin, we recommend that you improve your German skills before you leave. Humboldt-Universität can help you with this.
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Health insurance
Services & information
In Germany, it is generally mandatory to have health insurance. To enrol, sign an employment contract or apply for a residence permit, you must provide proof of valid health insurance. Find out how this works here.
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Supervision programme
Supervision programme HUGS
HU GO STUDY, abbreviated HUGS, is a University support programme for students and doctoral students from abroad. It offers workshops free of charge on various topics and events to meet new people and to network.
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Personal consultation for students
The Welcome Centre and the Student Service Centre provide weekly consultations on general questions regarding studying at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin:
Tuesday 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm
Wednesday 10.00 am – 12.00 pm
At the International Service Centre (room 1068) in the main building (Unter den Linden 6). This is an open consultation hour, no appointment is necessary.
Phone: +49 30 2093 46747 (only during consultation hours)
Email: welcome-centre@hu-berlin.de
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Workshop: Considering a PhD – guidance for international graduates
Event
From application procedures to different funding models: Deciding to pursue a doctorate raises many questions for international graduates. This workshop on 11 September addresses key aspects and combines practical guidance with opportunities for questions and networking.
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New portal for international researchers launched
Berlin University Alliance
Berlin is a leading hub for research and innovation – and a city with a high quality of life. The Berlin University Alliance's new Global Scholars Gateway Berlin offers international researchers the ideal starting point for pursuing an academic career in the German capital.
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DAAD Prize for outstanding achievements of international students 2025
Call for applications
The DAAD Prize, endowed with 1,000 euros per university, has been awarded for more than ten years. It recognizes outstanding international students or doctoral candidates.
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