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uni-assist VPD for Pakistani applicants
Some German universities ask Pakistani applicants for a VPD from uni-assist before you apply to them directly; others use a full uni-assist application or their own portal, so check your university's route. Here are uni-assist's own words. Checked 2026-10-22.
The steps
- What a VPD contains
It contains the following information: which educational certificates were submitted how uni-assist evaluates these educational certificates how uni-assist rates the grade in the German grading system
Source: https://www.uni-assist.de/en/how-to-apply/plan-your-application/vpd/ · checked 2026-10-22- It is made for one university
uni-assist issues the VPD specifically for your chosen university.
Source: https://www.uni-assist.de/en/how-to-apply/plan-your-application/vpd/ · checked 2026-10-22- Step 1: check at each university
Find out if the chosen course requires a VPD
Source: https://www.uni-assist.de/fileadmin/Downloads/Tools/Checklisten/EN/UA-Checkliste-VPD-Verfahren-EN.pdf · checked 2026-10-22- Step 2: documents and translations
If your certificates were not issued in German or English, we need an additional certified translation into German or English.
Source: https://www.uni-assist.de/fileadmin/Downloads/Tools/Checklisten/EN/UA-Checkliste-VPD-Verfahren-EN.pdf · checked 2026-10-22- Step 3: apply online and pay
Pay the handling fees and submit the applications
Source: https://www.uni-assist.de/fileadmin/Downloads/Tools/Checklisten/EN/UA-Checkliste-VPD-Verfahren-EN.pdf · checked 2026-10-22- Step 4: submit the VPD to the university
Submit your VPD as an upload, together with your application documents, directly to your university before the deadline
Source: https://www.uni-assist.de/en/how-to-apply/plan-your-application/vpd/ · checked 2026-10-22
Fee and timing
- Fee
Cost for the first chosen course of study: EUR 75.00 For each additional chosen course of study: EUR 30.00
Source: https://www.uni-assist.de/en/how-to-apply/pay-all-fees/handling-fees/ · checked 2026-10-22- Same fee for VPD
The costs are the same for all forms of application, whether standard or VPD procedure.
Source: https://www.uni-assist.de/en/how-to-apply/pay-all-fees/handling-fees/ · checked 2026-10-22- How to pay
You can pay the fees for your uni-assist application either by bank transfer or by credit card.
Source: https://www.uni-assist.de/en/how-to-apply/pay-all-fees/handling-fees/ · checked 2026-10-22- Processing time
The processing of your VPD application usually takes 4 to 6 weeks after you have submitted your online application form.
Source: https://www.uni-assist.de/en/how-to-apply/plan-your-application/vpd/ · checked 2026-10-22- When to apply
Request your VPD as early as possible, ideally at least 8 weeks before the deadline
Source: https://www.uni-assist.de/en/how-to-apply/plan-your-application/vpd/ · checked 2026-10-22- Validity
It is valid for one year from its date of issue, no matter which semester you select in My assist.
Source: https://www.uni-assist.de/en/how-to-apply/plan-your-application/vpd/ · checked 2026-10-22
Documents uni-assist lists for Pakistani qualifications
Your university may require additional or different documents.
- HEC attestation stamps on your degree
your Degree certificate including an overview of subjects and grades (if available) with the Higher Education Commission (HEC) attestation stamps
Source: https://www.uni-assist.de/en/tools/info-country-by-country/details-country/country/pk/ · checked 2026-10-22- Minimum passing CGPA of your university
The minimum CGPA or percentage grade required for a bachelor degree to be awarded at your university
Source: https://www.uni-assist.de/en/tools/info-country-by-country/details-country/country/pk/ · checked 2026-10-22- School certificates too
your school leaving certificate including an overview of subjects and grades (X and X+II)
Source: https://www.uni-assist.de/en/tools/info-country-by-country/details-country/country/pk/ · checked 2026-10-22- New since February 2026 (University of Koblenz page)
Since February 2026, applicants with Pakistani academic qualifications have to submit a verification of these qualifications by the Higher Education Commission Pakistan (HEC Pakistan) as part of the application process via uni-assist
Source: https://www.uni-koblenz.de/en/international-relations-office/incomings/degree-seeking-students/apply-now/application-via-uni-assist · checked 2026-10-22- Not stated officially
- We did not find this February 2026 HEC verification rule on uni-assist's own Pakistan page when we checked; it is stated on the University of Koblenz page quoted above. Ask your university or uni-assist which form of HEC verification they accept.
Get the stamps first: HEC degree attestation guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is a uni-assist VPD?
A preliminary review documentation: uni-assist states which certificates you submitted, how it evaluates them and how it rates your grade in the German system. It is issued for one specific university.
How much does a VPD cost?
€75 for the first chosen course of study and €30 for each additional one per semester; uni-assist says the costs are the same for standard and VPD procedure.
How long does a VPD take?
uni-assist says usually 4 to 6 weeks after you submit the online application form, and recommends applying at least 8 weeks before the deadline.
What documents do Pakistani applicants need for uni-assist?
uni-assist's Pakistan page asks for school certificates (X and X+II), your degree certificate and transcript with HEC attestation stamps, and your university's minimum CGPA for the award of the degree.
How long is a VPD valid?
One year from its date of issue, according to uni-assist.