Events for Internationals

Support for your start at TUM, opportunities to network with your fellow students, or exciting workshops: Here you will find an overview of various events that are especially aimed at international students.

Welcome Winter

You come from abroad and start your studies at TUM in the winter semester? Every year in September, you have the opportunity to take part in various events at the Welcome Winter, which are specifically aimed at international first-year students and support them with all organizational questions regarding the start of their studies.

Welcome Summer

Are you starting your studies at TUM in the summer semester and would like to exchange ideas with other students? At the Welcome Summer, which takes place every year in April, you can meet your fellow students and find out everything you need to know about your start at TUM.

Fit for TUM

The Fit for TUM service fair takes place every year in October and is aimed at all first-year students. Here, the many institutions and initiatives at TUM that offer advice and support in all matters relating to studies, career, housing, work and health present themselves.

Orientation Weeks for Exchange Students

International Campus Life

The services offered by TUM International Campus Life provide initial assistance at the beginning of your studies in Munich as well as an extensive cultural and project program throughout the semester.

Offers of Student Bodies and Schools

Many student bodies and departments or schools at TUM also offer events for first-year students and internationals. Here you can find an overview of the different offers.

Info sessions: visa and residence permit

Navigating the student visa and residence permit process can be daunting. That's why we're hosting a Zoom info session to provide essential information on obtaining a student visa and residence permit for your studies at TUM.

Dates: 11.04.2024, 16.05.2024, 13.06.2024, 11.07.2024, 08.08.2024, 05.09.2024
Time: 3 p.m. (CET)

During this session, we will cover the following topics:

  • Overview of the student visa and residence permit requirements for international students at TUM
  • Understanding the application process and necessary documentation
  • Tips and recommendations for a successful visa and residence permit application
  • Q&A session to answer any specific questions you may have.

This info session is designed to help you gain a clear understanding of the procedures involved in obtaining your student visa and residence permit. By attending, you will be better prepared to navigate the process independently.

No registration is required for this event. Simply mark the date and time on your calendar and join us at

https://tum-conf.zoom-x.de/j/67098101322?pwd=Mm0yZUxUY25WVEppZG0yd21NY2tuZz09

Kennwort: 613811

Contact & Advising

International Students

For questions about application and admission:
E-Mail: studiumspam prevention@tum.de
Phone: +49 89 289 22245
In Person: Arcisstr. 21, Room 0144

Contact Hours

Further questions about studying:
General Student Advising

Exchange students:

TUM Global & Alumni Office

Student Advising and Information Services

+ 49 89 289 22245 
studiumspam prevention@tum.de

Please observe the e-mail etiquette.

Personal advising sessions with General Student Advising by appointment

Service Desk

Campus Munich
Arcisstraße 21, Room 0144
80333 München

Monday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Tuesday, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. (Student Information only)
Wednesday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

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