Welcome to GERMAN BLOCKED ACCOUNT

On this page we explain the blocked account for Germany in Easy English.

A blocked account is important for many people from other countries.

You need it, for example, for a visa or a residence permit.

What is a blocked account?

A blocked account is a special bank account.

  • The money on the account is blocked
  • You cannot take all the money at once
  • You get a fixed amount every month

The blocked account shows:

You have enough money to live in Germany.

Who needs a blocked account?

Many people from other countries need a blocked account.

For example:

  • Students
  • Language students
  • People in a study preparation course
  • People who apply for a visa for Germany

The German embassy or immigration office often asks for a blocked account.

Why is a blocked account important?

A blocked account is important because:

  • Germany wants to be sure: You can pay for your living costs
  • You can get a visa
  • You can apply for a residence permit

Without a blocked account, there is often no visa.

How does the blocked account work?

This is how the blocked account works:

  1. You open a blocked account online
  2. You send money to the account
  3. The money is blocked
  4. After you arrive in Germany:
  • You get money every month
  • The amount is fixed

You can use the money for:

  • Rent
  • Food
  • Clothes
  • Daily life

How much money is on the blocked account?

The amount of money is set by law.

That means:

  • The government decides the amount
  • The amount is enough for one year in Germany
  • Every month you get part of the money

The exact amount can change.

What does German Blocked Account offer?

German Blocked Account helps you with your blocked account.

You get:

  • Online opening of the blocked account
  • Fast processing
  • Confirmation for the embassy
  • Support in German and English
  • Safe handling of your money

Is the blocked account safe?

Yes. The blocked account is safe.

  • Your money is protected
  • The account follows German rules
  • Only the monthly amount is available

No one can just take your money.

When do I get my money?

You get your money:

  • Every month
  • After you register in Germany
  • To a normal German bank account

The amount is the same every month.

What happens after one year?

After one year:

  • The blocked account usually ends
  • You can use the rest of your money
  • Or you extend the account, if needed

This depends on your residence permit.

Summary – this is important

  • A blocked account is required for many visas
  • It shows: you have enough money
  • You get money every month
  • German Blocked Account helps you
  • Everything works online and is safe

Note

This page is written in Easy English.

It helps you understand the topic.

The official contract documents are legally binding.

To the full website (in difficult language)

Go to the German Blocked Account homepage