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Before you fly · after you land

Everything sorted, on the ground

The admission is only half of it. We help you handle the blocked account, accommodation, forex, SIM, insurance and the first days abroad — one checklist, one counsellor.

What to sort before you fly

German blocked account (Sperrkonto)

Mandatory for a German student visa — proof of ~€11,904/year of living funds, released monthly. Providers like Fintiba, Expatrio and Coracle set one up online in a few days. We help you choose and complete it correctly.

Student accommodation

On-campus vs private housing, typical rents and how to book safely before you land (Amber, University Living and university halls are common routes). A counsellor helps you avoid scams and lock a place in time.

Forex & fee remittance (LRS)

Pay tuition and carry money the compliant way — LRS limits, TCS and forex cards explained in our LRS guide. We help you compare all-in rates so you don’t lose money on large transfers.

SIM / eSIM & connectivity

Stay reachable from the moment you land — an eSIM (Airalo, Holafly) for arrival, then a local SIM. We share the best options per country so you’re not paying roaming.

Travel & health insurance

Many destinations require it (e.g. OSHC in Australia). We help you compare coverage and premiums and buy the right policy for your visa and course.

Foreign bank account

What documents you need and which student-friendly banks to open with once you arrive, per country — so your stipend, rent and part-time pay have a home.

Document attestation / Apostille

Which certificates need MEA apostille or notary attestation for your destination, and the exact steps — we help you get them done without delays.

Airport pickup & first days

Arrange a safe airport pickup and get a first-week checklist (registration, SIM, bank, travel card). Tell us your flight and we’ll help coordinate.

Pre-departure orientation

A session on culture, safety, budgeting and settling in — so you (and your parents) feel ready before you fly.

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Tell us your intake & country — we’ll help you plan it all, free

A counsellor calls you back during office hours — 9am to 8pm IST, Mon to Sat. We are open now.

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