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Blocked account for foreign students
In order to show that they have sufficient financial means for their stay in Germany, foreign students may be asked to open a blocked bank account (Sperrkonto).
When applying for visa, you can provide evidence that you are able to meet your living costs by opening a blocked bank account.
You have free choice of provider.
We do not have any information in regards to specific providers.
Sperrfreigabe - release funds from a blocked bank account
The Sperrfreigabe document can be issued by the German consulate in Toronto to release funds from a blocked bank account after the Visa has expired or if a Visa was never issued. Please note there is a fee for the issuance of the Sperrfreigabe document.
