Our priority is to make your stay at Leibniz University Hannover successful. For any queries regarding your research visit in Hannover, please contact the Welcome Centre.
FORMALITIES
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Documents
- A valid passport for the proposed duration of your stay. If you wish to extend your stay, your passport must be valid for at least three more months beyond your scheduled return.
- A formal letter of invitation from the university, the institute or your employment contract indicating the proposed duration of your stay.
- Proof of sufficient financial resources for the duration of your stay (employment contract, grant, own financial resources).
- If necessary, an international driving licence
- Your vaccination card
- Four to six biometric passport photos for each relative travelling with you
- Your marriage certificate (if applicable)
- Birth certificates of children travelling with you
Disclaimer- Please note that certified German or English translations must be provided for original documents that were not issued in German or English.
- In some cases, other documents must be provided. This list is by no means exhaustive. We therefore assume no liability or responsibility for any omissions.
Accommodation
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German Language Skills
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Reasons to learn German
Language is the key to understanding people and a country’s culture. Although many of your colleagues at Leibniz University Hannover speak English, German language skills will be useful in everyday life, as well as for recreational activities. We therefore advise you to acquire basic language skills in German before your arrival.
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Language courses at the Leibniz University Hannover
Moreover, Leibniz University Hannover (LUH) offers German language courses for visiting researchers twice a year. For the exact dates, please contact the Welcome Centre.
You can also find german language courses here:
- Language courses at private institutions
Contact
30167 Hannover
