Last verified: 15 September 2026, against official German mission pages. This guide covers Germany Blocked Account 2026: Exact Amount and How to Open One in full — what a blocked account actually is, the exact 2026 amount, the steps to open one, and the mistakes that delay visas.
If you are applying for a German student visa, you cannot skip this step. Most Pakistani students hear about the “blocked account” late, then scramble when the visa appointment is two weeks away. Here is the exact number the German missions are using right now, and how the account actually works.
Quick facts
- Amount required: €992 per month, or €11,904 for a full year
- Effective since: 1 September 2024 — still the current figure as of September 2026
- Who needs it: Non-EU students applying for a German national (D) student visa
- Common providers: Fintiba, Expatrio, Deutsche Bank
What a blocked account actually is
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