NAMASTE! 🙏
Are you an Indian student beginning your journey in Bonn, Köln, or the surrounding region for the Winter Semester 2026/27? 🎓🇩🇪
The Indian Students Association Bonn Cologne (ISABC) warmly invites you to our Winter 26/27 Welcome Orientation — a dedicated session designed to help incoming students prepare for life in Germany, connect with fellow students, and learn from the experiences of seniors who have already gone through the same journey.
Moving to a new country comes with excitement, but also many questions. From accommodation and registration procedures to health insurance, banking, transportation, and student life, there are countless topics that new students need to understand before and after arrival. This orientation aims to provide practical guidance and real-world insights that will help you avoid common mistakes and make your transition smoother.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- 📄 City registration (Anmeldung), residence permits, and bureaucracy explained
- 🏦 Health insurance, banking, SIM cards, and essential first steps
- 🚆 Transportation and navigating Germany
- 🎓 University life, academics, and student support systems
- 💼 Part-time jobs, student employment, and practical advice
- ⚠️ Scam awareness and common mistakes to avoid
- 🤝 Networking with senior students and fellow newcomers
- ❓ Open Q&A session with ISABC Board Members and senior students
A Session Designed Around Your Questions
During registration, you will have the opportunity to submit specific questions and topics that you would like us to address during the orientation. We will use this information to prepare the session and ensure that the topics most relevant to incoming students are covered.
Registration Commitment
This orientation is organized entirely by volunteers from the ISABC Board and student community. Considerable effort goes into planning the venue, preparing content, coordinating speakers, and ensuring that the event provides maximum value to participants.
We kindly request that you register only if you genuinely intend to attend. This helps us estimate attendance accurately and prepare the event effectively for everyone.
This orientation will help you start your journey with confidence.
🌟 We look forward to welcoming you to the ISABC community and supporting you throughout your student journey in Germany.
Refreshments: Water, tea, and coffee will be available for all registered participants during the event.
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