Thank you very much both of you!!! I was actually having a meltdown along with others in my grp chat on which blocked account to choose from!! What a perfect timing for you to upload it 😭😭
Hello my dears. Your whole video are very interesting and the most crucial information transfer,guide and show that the true direction to me and I would like to thank you so much but I have abit question here it is ,is it important my driving licence Changing in to international?
You don't need an international drivers license for Germany. However, your foreign license expires after 6 months of living in Germany and you would need to change it to a German one. We talk about it more in our guide: www.simplegermany.com/german-driving-license/
Also, Can you guys also make updated rec video for bank account services from various banks for the upcoming students pls?? It would be extremely helpful for the international students like me who have like only one functioning brain cell dedicated to finances 🥺 edit: Nvm, I am once again a dumb dumb and didn't check your previous video
Very informative. Do you know if there is an age requirement? I’m currently working on my German citizenship (through my mom), but am thinking of going to Germany earlier and getting a language visa/residence. I’m almost 60.
Can Tomorrow bank be a partner bank account as well? The partner bank doesn't matter (as long as it has an EU Central Bank-approved IBAN?) Thank you so much for the clarity!
Yes it is. Like we list in our guide, you need to have a premium account to unlock this feature: www.simplegermany.com/best-german-bank-english-speakers/
Hallo & Danke für Euer Video. Ich kannte Coracle noch nicht und wollte es jetzt über den Link abschließen. Man hat dort aber keinen Auswahlpunkt: Chancenkarte. Was mache ich nun? Liebe Grüße Stefan
Thank you so much! Frankfurt Ausländerbehörde doesn't require specifically blocked account for the Chancenkarte as a prove of sufficient funds. With that, do you know if bank statement from the us bank acct under my name would be sufficient? Thank you
@@simplegermany they are unreachable - like a fortress))) the only way to Kontakt them before submitting an application is by filling out a question form online after and....it says it will take 2-3 months to receive a response 😂 (I have to laugh so that I don't cry) 😂)
Surely, a bank statement is not sufficient - you could withdraw the whole amount or close the account a day after presenting the statement! From the website of the Goethe-Universität Frankfurt/Main. (There are two Frankfurts in Germany, so make sure you contact the right Immigration Office.) "How can you prove that your living expenses are covered? - You show a Declaration of Commitment pursuant to § 68 Residence Act (that is, a German resident declares to cover your living expenses (>> further information) or - you pay a security deposit (€ 11.208) into a blocked account or - you provide a bank guarantee (€ 11.208), such a guarantee has to be renewed on a yearly basis, or an employment contract. If your income as shown in the employment contract is less than € 934 per month, only such lower amount is accepted as security and the difference must be provided for by different means. If your employment contract is for less than one year, the residence permit can only be extended for a shorter period of time)." www.goethe-university-frankfurt.de/124999764/Residence_Permit
Hi, just a quick question, does fintiba also work for job seeking applicants? I opened an account with fintiba and I specified that I want it for the chancenkarte, but then it gave me a health insurance for students and they also asked me the start of the study semester even though I put at first that I want it for the chancenkarte. Is this normal, do they accept that health insurance or should I do something?
Your blocked account provider will deposit your monthly allowance into your German bank account (which you have to open once you’re in Germany). And it depends on the bank in how many cash withdrawals you can do a month at an ATM. We have more details on our guide: www.simplegermany.com/best-blocked-account-germany/#How_to_withdraw_money_from_your_blocked_account_once_in_Germany
Is it a requirement to have a blocked account, as a U.S citizen? I heard that substitutes can be used, we just have to prove we actually have the amount.
A blocked account is a specific account to “park” money in it. It is needed for certain visas like the Chancenkarte and student visa. It has a completely different purpose than a normal bank account. For a normal bank account, you can watch this other video on the topic: th-cam.com/video/GjRG1IBV5hU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=zL1EKLzv5Bqx3nKW
Don't subscribe to expatrio... in any way.... worst customer service.... Well you won't get any reply from them.... you can't even activate your blocked account
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Thank you very much both of you!!! I was actually having a meltdown along with others in my grp chat on which blocked account to choose from!! What a perfect timing for you to upload it 😭😭
Another fine video. Thank you!😊❤
You guys are amazing 💪 keep up the work
Well done! nice research 👏
very useful video, thanks for you both
Hello my dears. Your whole video are very interesting and the most crucial information transfer,guide and show that the true direction to me and I would like to thank you so much but I have abit question here it is ,is it important my driving licence Changing in to international?
You don't need an international drivers license for Germany. However, your foreign license expires after 6 months of living in Germany and you would need to change it to a German one. We talk about it more in our guide: www.simplegermany.com/german-driving-license/
Also, Can you guys also make updated rec video for bank account services from various banks for the upcoming students pls?? It would be extremely helpful for the international students like me who have like only one functioning brain cell dedicated to finances 🥺
edit: Nvm, I am once again a dumb dumb and didn't check your previous video
thank you guys,
btw Ich habe eine frage, does the health insurance they're providing is also acceptable by authorities?
Danke schon..
Yes, the providers state that their health insurance offered in their premium packages is accepted by the authorities for your visa.
❤❤❤❤let's go
If the visa refused, the money will return the sams amount, or it will be fee charges
Once you create a blocked account with expatrio, can i use that health insurance for my visa processing?
If you booked their value package you should be able to.
Thanks both ❤
One video about how to get cash money without extra repay?
What do you mean by repay?
@@simplegermany extra profit
you guys just got subscred
Very informative. Do you know if there is an age requirement? I’m currently working on my German citizenship (through my mom), but am thinking of going to Germany earlier and getting a language visa/residence. I’m almost 60.
Ignore the Francebound name. I am living here now on a visa but Germany has always been in my heart. Plus I have family there.
We are not aware of any age restriction.
@ thank you!
Can Tomorrow bank be a partner bank account as well? The partner bank doesn't matter (as long as it has an EU Central Bank-approved IBAN?) Thank you so much for the clarity!
Yes it is. Like we list in our guide, you need to have a premium account to unlock this feature: www.simplegermany.com/best-german-bank-english-speakers/
Hallo & Danke für Euer Video. Ich kannte Coracle noch nicht und wollte es jetzt über den Link abschließen. Man hat dort aber keinen Auswahlpunkt: Chancenkarte. Was mache ich nun? Liebe Grüße Stefan
Genau das sagen wir im Video, dass Expatrio auch gezielt für Chancenkartenbewerber wirbt. Bei Coracle müsstest du Job Seeker auswählen können.
Thank you so much! Frankfurt Ausländerbehörde doesn't require specifically blocked account for the Chancenkarte as a prove of sufficient funds. With that, do you know if bank statement from the us bank acct under my name would be sufficient? Thank you
If you are in contact with the Ausländerbehörde in Frankfurt please ask them directly.
@@simplegermany they are unreachable - like a fortress))) the only way to Kontakt them before submitting an application is by filling out a question form online after and....it says it will take 2-3 months to receive a response 😂 (I have to laugh so that I don't cry) 😂)
Surely, a bank statement is not sufficient - you could withdraw the whole amount or close the account a day after presenting the statement!
From the website of the Goethe-Universität Frankfurt/Main. (There are two Frankfurts in Germany, so make sure you contact the right Immigration Office.)
"How can you prove that your living expenses are covered?
- You show a Declaration of Commitment pursuant to § 68 Residence Act (that is, a German resident declares to cover your living expenses (>> further information) or
- you pay a security deposit (€ 11.208) into a blocked account or
- you provide a bank guarantee (€ 11.208), such a guarantee has to be renewed on a yearly basis, or an employment contract. If your income as shown in the employment contract is less than € 934 per month, only such lower amount is accepted as security and the difference must be provided for by different means. If your employment contract is for less than one year, the residence permit can only be extended for a shorter period of time)."
www.goethe-university-frankfurt.de/124999764/Residence_Permit
what happens in case we can not make it into the germany? can it be refunded? and how is the refund policy usually ?
Yes, if your visa gets rejected, you will get the money refunded. Please check the refund policy of the provider you choose for exact details.
How do i transfer money to my expatrio Blocked account
You wire it to it 😊 Expatrio has an entire FAQ section explaining the process in detail.
Do I need a blocked account if I have a residence permit and a bank account in other EU country?
Check with your local German embassy 😉
How long will it take to get approved after sending money?
Every provider has different systems. It can be from instant to a few days.
so let me ask, If i pay my upkeep mony, will it capture insurance, or i will need to add more mony?
You will have to pay your health insurance in Germany. The travel insurance to arrive is included.
can i work in a German bank in Germany and open a block account. asking because i currently have an eu visa but trying to apply for job seeking visa.
Hi, just a quick question, does fintiba also work for job seeking applicants? I opened an account with fintiba and I specified that I want it for the chancenkarte, but then it gave me a health insurance for students and they also asked me the start of the study semester even though I put at first that I want it for the chancenkarte.
Is this normal, do they accept that health insurance or should I do something?
Yes, it should work, however, you will most likely need different health insurance. Please reach out to their customer support.
So in this case can i withdraw whatever i want from the account using the ATMs ?
Or how its working exactly?
Your blocked account provider will deposit your monthly allowance into your German bank account (which you have to open once you’re in Germany). And it depends on the bank in how many cash withdrawals you can do a month at an ATM. We have more details on our guide: www.simplegermany.com/best-blocked-account-germany/#How_to_withdraw_money_from_your_blocked_account_once_in_Germany
Is it a requirement to have a blocked account, as a U.S citizen? I heard that substitutes can be used, we just have to prove we actually have the amount.
Why should US citizens be able to prove that they have the amount in different ways than other citizens? Ask your embassy when in doubt.
If i make block account on coracle can it affect on visa or not .
Not sure what you mean with 'can it affect on visa'? All the 3 providers we mention are accepted by the German authorities.
I don’t understand so if i want to open a bank account now i have to put money for a whole year before even applying for a visa??
A blocked account is a specific account to “park” money in it. It is needed for certain visas like the Chancenkarte and student visa. It has a completely different purpose than a normal bank account. For a normal bank account, you can watch this other video on the topic: th-cam.com/video/GjRG1IBV5hU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=zL1EKLzv5Bqx3nKW
So basically gonna need minimum $13,600 at the current exchange rates if you are coming from the USA.
If iam coming for only 6 months course how much is required to be in my block account please???
Take the number we mention per month and calculate it times 6 😉
I want to open block account for minor (10 years and 14 years) children for FRV to join the mother, anyone please guide.
You can see in our comparison table that Fintiba and Coracle also cater to minors: www.simplegermany.com/best-blocked-account-germany/
very nie vid
Don't subscribe to expatrio... in any way.... worst customer service....
Well you won't get any reply from them.... you can't even activate your blocked account
Did you set up a German bank account as Yvonne and Jen stated? Once they are linked, then it is activated.