Doctors

Pick your track to see the articles that apply to you, ordered by the stages of the journey.

Preparation

anabin and ZAB: is my degree recognised in Germany?

From the free database to the official Statement of Comparability — with current fees and processing times.

Updated: 2026-08-03 Reviewed Read the article

Preparation

Medical licence (Approbation): the route after the 2026 reform

The law published in the Federal Law Gazette on 28 July 2026 makes the knowledge examination the standard route for non-EU qualifications from 1 November 2026.

Updated: 2026-09-19 Reviewed Read the article

Visa

The blocked account (Sperrkonto): amount, process, pitfalls

The financial proof that decides many German visa applications — with current figures from the Federal Foreign Office.

Updated: 2026-08-03 Reviewed Read the article

Arrival

Health insurance in Germany: statutory or private?

Mandatory for enrolment and for your residence permit — with current student contribution figures.

Updated: 2026-08-03 Reviewed Read the article

Arrival

Your first 30 days in Germany: registration, bank, insurance

The right order of appointments — and the legal deadlines you cannot miss.

Updated: 2026-08-03 Reviewed Read the article

← Back to the Information Guide