The German Consulate has issued a notice to student visa applicants, advising that some students may not secure appointments before the official start of the winter semester. The consulate is working hard to expedite visa applications but cautions that delays may arise owing to high demand.

Students who have received appointment slots in October must submit either a Certificate of Enrolment (Immatrikulationsbescheinigung) from their German university or a confirmation letter from the university stating that they are permitted to begin the winter semester after the official enrolment deadline, the consulate said.