In Germany, the law requires everyone to have health insurance. International students from EU countries or from countries with a social security agreement with Germany can use the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). International students from all other countries should find out if their health insurance from their home country covers their stay in Germany. If it does, then written proof of this is needed. If not, then a German health insurance policy is required. We strongly recommend to opt for a public health insurance (statutory health insurance). This costs about 90 EUR per month, and can be organised during International Orientation Week.

Find more information regarding the German Health Insurance on the Fact sheet or have a look at »Krankenkassenzentrale«.

The University of Oldenburg is located in the Northwest of Germany. Public transport from the airports in Bremen (BRE), Hamburg (HAM) and Hannover (HAJ) is comfortable and effective. The following bus lines run from the central train station in Oldenburg to the University:

• 306 going to "Universität" or "Carl-v.Ossietzky-Str."
• 310 going to "Wehnen" or "Famila"
• 324 going to "BBS Wechloy"

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Within a week of arrival, you need to register with the City of Oldenburg’s Citizens‘ Office. You will need your passport. The International Student Office organises group appointments for registration during orientation week.
PLEASE NOTE: Keep your registration form in a safe place.

In order to open a bank account in Oldenburg, you will need a passport/ID, as well as your registration form from the City of Oldenburg. For students up to 27 years of age, bank accounts are usually free.

As soon as you arrive in Oldenburg, you can enrol at the Registrar's Office. Please come during the office hours. The enrolment requirements are specified in your admission letter.

If you are already enrolled, please keep in mind that you have to re-registrate (that is: pay your semester contribution) in order to continue your studies in the following semester.

Non-EU students need a residence permit for their stay in Germany. Students need to apply for their residence permit at the latest two months before their visas expire. Getting or renewing your residence permit

With your enrolment documents, you receive access to the University's online platform Stud.IP. Here you can find a catalogue of all lectures and seminars offered at the University of Oldenburg, and you can register for lectures, seminars, and tutorials. If you are doing a full degree course in Oldenburg, then you will also use Stud.IP to manage your examinations and grades.

Networking and new contacts, sharing information, learning about the country, fun, and entertainment are all important parts of being a student. 

Join our events for international students!