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In this section, international applicants with admission to studies will find information on how to prepare for their study visit.

Living Expenses
How expensive is life in Freiberg? Here you can find a breakdown of the cost of living including the usual fees for students.
Accommodation
Whether in a dormitory or with a private landlord in Freiberg, you can find suitable accommodation relatively easily and quickly here.
Health Insurance
Health insurance is required in Germany. Which type do you need – public or private?
Visa
Notes on the visa application, proof of funding through a blocked account and on Academic Verification Services (APS)
Buddy Program
You need help with your first steps in Freiberg? Sign up for the Buddy Program. We will find an experienced TUBAF student to support you with all the formalities.
Reaching Freiberg
Arrival by plane and train, arrival by car. How to get from the train station to your accommodation.

Video: TUBAF Campus Tour by Nikhilesh Dhure

Checklist

  • Valid photo ID/Passport and Visa
  • Admission letter from the Admissions Office
  • Proof of financial resources for your expenses in Germany
  • Passport photos
  • Additionally for students of the EU: Valid European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)
  • An adequate amount of cash in € (ca. 500€): depending on your bank institute, you may not be able to access your account for a few days upon arriving in Germany. The cash will help you pay for initial costs like rent, enrolment, food etc. Please note that there is no possibility for currency exchange in Freiberg.
  • Suitable clothing: Freiberg is located in a moderate climate of Europe. There are four distinct seasons. Therefore, please bring warm clothes for winter, but also clothes that can be layered for spring and fall and summer clothes for when it gets hot. Please also consider bringing traditional clothing from your home country for cultural festivals held by the university.
  • Personal items, for example: medication, camera and photocopies of important documents (credit card, passport).