BAföG - Application for educational support

Trainees who do not have enough money for their training can apply for training assistance under the Federal Training Assistance Act (BAföG).

Course description

In order to receive BAföG, the requirements of the Federal Training Assistance Act (BAföG) must be met. The application must be submitted in good time. Training grants can only be paid from the beginning of the month in which the application is submitted. Please note that it may take several months for the application to be processed.

Important information:

  1. Studying in Munich: Are you studying at a university or university of applied sciences in Munich? Then please contact the Munich Student Union.
  2. Education in Austria: Are you completing a (higher) education programme in Austria? Then please contact the Office for Training and Career Advancement of the City of Munich.

Responsibility in the school sector: The Office for Educational Assistance of the City of Munich (AfA München) is usually responsible if your parents live in Munich. In some cases, however, your own place of residence in Munich is decisive for responsibility. The AfA Munich is also responsible if the specialised academy, evening school or college (including BOS) you attend is located in Munich. telephone counselling If you have any questions, please contact your case officer directly. You can find the relevant contact details and telephone consultation hours on the page Counselling on BAföG and AFBG benefits by entering your surname there. General telephone consultation hours:

  • Tuesday: 10 am to 12 pm
  • Wednesday: 1 to 3 p.m
  • Friday: 10 am to 12 pm

please note that the consultation hours may vary depending on the person in charge.

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Required documents

Which documents are required for your application depends on your individual case.

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