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Study and Work in Europe

Europe
Study. Work. Live in the EU.

Germany, France, Netherlands, Ireland, Switzerland and Italy. Tuition-free universities, the EU Blue Card, and clear pathways to long-term residency. Europe offers some of the best value for Indian students anywhere in the world.

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Tuition in Germany
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Why Europe

Six reasons Indian students
are choosing Europe

01
Tuition-Free in Germany
Most German public universities charge zero tuition fees for international students. You pay only a semester administration fee of around EUR 300 per semester.
02
EU Blue Card
The EU Blue Card allows skilled graduates to work across EU member states with a clear path to permanent residency — one of the most portable work permits in the world.
03
English-Taught Programmes
Thousands of fully English-taught Master's programmes across Germany, Netherlands, Ireland and France remove the language barrier entirely for Indian students.
04
18-Month Job Seeker Visa
Germany's post-study Job Seeker Visa allows graduates 18 months to find employment after graduation — one of the most generous post-study work windows in the world.
05
Research Excellence
European universities lead global rankings in engineering, sciences, automotive, pharmaceuticals and technology. TU Munich, ETH Zurich, TU Delft are world-class institutions.
06
Lower Cost of Living
Compared to the UK and USA, cities like Berlin, Munich, Amsterdam and Dublin offer significantly lower living costs — especially when tuition is free.
Countries We Cover

Six European countries,
one consultancy

GoAbroadly covers study pathways, student visa applications and post-study options across these six countries.

Germany
Tuition Free
Zero tuition fees at public universities. Post-study 18-month job seeker visa. TU Munich, RWTH Aachen, LMU Munich among the world's best. Blocked account of EUR 11,208 required for visa.
France
Low Tuition
Very low tuition at public universities (EUR 243 to EUR 601 per year for Bachelor's and Master's). Paris, Lyon and Bordeaux offer world-class education. French language programmes and English Masters available.
Netherlands
English First
Over 2,000 English-taught programmes. Delft, Amsterdam, Eindhoven are globally recognised. Orientation Year visa for job seeking post-graduation. Highly practical, industry-connected education.
Ireland
English Medium
Full English instruction, 2-year Graduate Irish visa, and proximity to major US tech companies' European headquarters. UCD, Trinity College Dublin and University College Cork are top choices.
Switzerland
World Ranked
ETH Zurich consistently ranks in the global top 10. High cost of living but exceptional quality of education and research. Strong for engineering, computer science and finance.
Italy
Cultural Capital
Very low tuition at public universities. Strong for design, architecture, fashion, arts and engineering. Politecnico di Milano and La Sapienza are internationally recognised. English programmes increasingly available.
Visa Routes

Student visa for Europe
explained

Each European country has its own national student visa. There is no single "EU Student Visa." Indian students apply for the national visa of the country where their university is located.

GermanyNational Visa Type D — applied at the German Consulate. Blocked account of EUR 11,208 per year is mandatory.
FranceVLS-TS Student Visa — applied online through Campus France. Requires a Campus France interview in most cases.
NetherlandsMVV/Residence Permit — university applies on student's behalf. Student only attends IND appointment in Netherlands after arrival.
IrelandIrish Study Visa — applied at Irish Embassy. EUR 6,000 minimum funds per year required.
Switzerland and ItalyNational Type D Student Visa applied through respective consulates. We handle these processes in full.

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in Europe?

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FAQs

Common questions about
studying in Europe

Is Germany really tuition free for Indian students?▼
Yes. Most German public universities charge no tuition fees regardless of nationality. You only pay a semester administration fee of approximately EUR 300 per semester (roughly INR 28,000). This does not apply to private universities, which charge full fees.
Do I need to learn German to study in Europe?▼
Not for most Master's programmes. There are thousands of fully English-taught Master's programmes in Germany, Netherlands, Ireland and France. For undergraduate programmes, local language proficiency is often required. We identify the right English-medium programme for your profile.
What is a blocked account and why do I need one for Germany?▼
A blocked account is a German bank account that holds EUR 11,208 per year as proof of funds for your student visa application. You open it before applying for the visa and can withdraw the monthly allowance once you arrive in Germany. Popular providers include Expatrio and Coracle.
Can I work while studying in Europe?▼
In most European countries, international students can work 20 hours per week during term time and full time during holidays. Germany allows 120 full days or 240 half days per year. Netherlands allows 16 hours per week. Ireland allows 20 hours during term and 40 during holidays.
What are the post-study work options?▼
Germany offers an 18-month Job Seeker Visa after graduation — one of the most generous globally. Netherlands offers a 1-year Orientation Year visa. Ireland offers a 2-year Graduate Irish visa for NFQ Level 8+ graduates. Each country has its own pathway to the EU Blue Card once you have a job offer.
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