National Long-Stay Study Visa (Type D)
National long-stay study visa (Type D) for enrollment in recognized higher education institutions.
In Plain Language
A long-stay visa for studying in a European country for more than 3 months. You need an acceptance letter from a university or school before applying.
Who is this visa for?
- International university students
- Language school students
- Vocational training students
- Research students and PhD candidates
✓ What you can do
- Study full-time at a recognised institution
- Work part-time (usually up to 20 hours/week) during term
- Work full-time during official vacation periods
- Apply for a post-study work permit in many countries after graduation
- Travel within the Schengen Area
✗ What you cannot do
- Work more than the permitted hours during term time
- Change your main study programme without notification
- Stay beyond the permit validity without renewal
- Access full unemployment or welfare benefits
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