Übersicht über die Ruhr-Universität Bochum

Prior to your arrival in Germany

We are happy that you have decided to become part of HGI and Ruhr University Bochum.

Please find a general guide for new international researchers at RUB here.

We recommend registering with our RUB Welcome Center to be able to use their services. Register here.

The Welcome Center provides important info regarding the preparation and implementation of your stay in Bochum, even prior to your arrival. Services include:

Advice for you and your family on formalities, including visa/residence permits, registration, health insurance, etc.
Supporting you in your direct dealings with public authorities (e.g. the Registration Office or the Foreigners' Office)
Information on finding accommodation
Events and excursions

The city of Bochum has its own Welcome center. It acts as a central contact point for residence permits, qualification recognition, housing search, childcare, and language courses. The Bochum Welcome Center provides only advisory services, that is: all applications for residence permits must be submitted to the respective authorities.

Preboarding

Online consultation available up to three months before arrival on topics such as residence permits, recognition of qualifications, housing search, childcare, and language courses.

Onboarding

On-site consultation on residence permits, recognition of qualifications, housing search, childcare, and language courses.
Information on taxation, social security, and legal aspects of working in Germany
Information about Bochum & Social events
University Housing via „Welcome Center”:
Private Housing market via „Welcome Center”:

Formalities

Upon your arrival in Bochum and Germany, you will need

A Visa/entry permit

Make sure to apply for a visa early, maybe even as soon as getting your confirmation for your place at CASA. To be able to enter Germany, you need a visa. A visa usually lets you stay in Germany for up to 3 months (Tourist/Schengen Visa, also known as Type C Visa), or up to 6 months (National Visa, also known as Type D Visa). However, to be able to stay longer in Germany and to work/study etc, you need a specific residence permit. that allows it.

Employment contract

Before you start your employment, you must officially sign your contract. Your contract will enable you to get the right visa, find housing and open a bank account.