Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The Federal Institute for Vocational Education and Training (BIBB) is a federal government institution for policy, research and practice in the field of vocational education and training. The BIBB does not provide any kind of training nor studies. Information about the tasks of BIBB can be found on our website.
How can I start training in Germany as a foreigner?
Foreigners interested in training in Germany may contact the International Placement Services (Zentrale Auslands- und Fachvermittlung - ZAV) of the Federal Employment Agency (Bundesagentur für Arbeit - BA).
Further information about living and working in Germany can be found in the English language brochure "Germany. Right in the middle of it. Living and working in the heart of Europe" (44 pages/2010) (pdf, 1.29 MB) > Brochures > Germany. Right in the middle of it.
How can I start to study in Germany as a foreigner?
The website "Study and Research in Germany" will tell you all you need to know about higher education study in Germany. Provided by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), it also includes course search and scholarship databases.
The DAAD website also provides detailed information on financing your studies as well as offering a database where you can enter your country of origin, your subject area and status (e.g. undergraduate) and find out about research funding opportunities. Another website that provides a wealth of useful information on higher education study in Germany can be accessed here. The following website provides lists of universities and colleges in Germany.
You gained vocational qualifications in a foreign country and you want to have them recognized in Germany?
The web portal "Recognition in Germany" tells you how to have your vocational qualifications recognized in Germany. They guide you to the authority responsible in your particular case and provide important tips and documents for your recognition procedure.
You gained other qualifications in a foreign country and you want to have them recognized in Germany?
The Federal Recognition Act does not cover, among other things, school qualifications, higher education entrance qualifications, academic achievements and academic qualifications that lead to non-regulated professions. The following shows what other procedures there are for recognizing these qualifications.
