Admission Guide to Study in Europe from Bangladesh

Europe offers some of the world’s best educational opportunities for Bangladeshi students. Whether you want tuition-free public universities, affordable private programs, or world-class research institutions, Europe has something for you.

Step-by-Step Admission Process

  1. Choose your country & university: Research universities, courses, tuition fees, and language of instruction.
  2. Prepare academic documents: Gather transcripts, certificates, passport, and proof of English proficiency (IELTS or MOI).
  3. Apply online: Submit your application via university portals or centralized platforms ( UniAssist for Germany, Campus France for France).
  4. Pay application fee: Fees usually range from €50 to €150 depending on the university.
  5. Get admission offer: After evaluation, you will receive conditional or unconditional admission.
  6. Confirm admission: Pay tuition deposit or confirm acceptance according to university guidelines.
  7. Prepare visa documents: Passport, admission letter, proof of funds, health insurance, accommodation proof, visa application form, language certificates.
  8. Book visa appointment: Schedule at embassy or VFS Global center in Dhaka.
  9. Attend visa interview & biometrics: Present documents, answer questions clearly.
  10. Wait for visa decision: Processing can take from 2 weeks up to 3 months.
  11. Plan your travel & accommodation: Arrange flight tickets and housing before arrival.
  12. Register on arrival: Apply for residence permit, health insurance, and open bank account locally.

Language Requirements

Country IELTS Required? MOI Accepted?
Germany Usually Yes (6.0+) Sometimes, check university website
France Yes (6.0+ for English-taught) Sometimes, check university website
Greece Often waived for MOI Yes
Hungary Yes (5.5–6.0) Yes
Italy Yes (6.0) Sometimes
Latvia Yes (6.0) Yes
Malta Yes (6.0) Sometimes
Netherlands Yes (6.5) Rarely
Spain Yes (6.0) Sometimes
Sweden Yes (6.5) Sometimes
Czech Republic Yes (6.0) Sometimes

Tip: Always check with your university program directly.

Bank Statement

Country Bank Statement Required? Minimum Funds Required (approx.) Special Notes
Germany Yes €11,208/year (blocked account) Blocked account mandatory
France Yes €7,000–€10,000 Bank statement + sponsorship letter
Greece Yes €7,000–€8,000 Personal/sponsor account accepted
Hungary Yes €7,000 Bank statement or sponsor letter
Italy Yes €7,000–€10,000 Bank statement
Latvia Yes €6,000–€8,000 Bank statement
Malta Yes €7,000 Bank statement
Netherlands Yes €11,000+ Bank statement/sponsor letter
Spain Yes €7,000 Bank statement
Sweden Yes €10,000+ Bank statement
Czech Republic Yes €6,000–€8,000 Bank statement

Timeline

Time Before Intake Action Steps Notes
8–10 Months Research countries, universities, courses Check embassy presence and requirements
7–8 Months Prepare and take IELTS or get MOI certificate IELTS scores can take 2+ months to prepare
6–7 Months Gather academic documents & translate if needed Keep originals & copies handy
5–6 Months Start university applications & pay fees Many universities have deadlines 3–6 months prior to intake
4–5 Months Receive admission offer and accept it Some universities send conditional offers
4 Months Prepare financial documents & open blocked account if required Blocked accounts for Germany typically
3.5–4 Months Book visa appointment at embassy/VFS Dhaka Slots can fill fast; book early
3–4 Months Submit visa application & attend interview Visa processing can take 4–12 weeks
2 Months Get visa approval & finalize travel arrangements Book flights and accommodation
1 Month Attend pre-departure briefing & prepare packing Check travel restrictions & insurance
Arrival Register with local authorities & attend orientation Apply for residence permit