Apply for the Advancement BAföG (Master Craftsman BAföG)
Financial support for participants in advanced vocational training programs (e.g., master craftsman, business administrator, technician) in the form of grants and low-interest loans.
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Damit wir Apply for the Advancement BAföG (Master Craftsman BAföG) mit dem zuständigen BAföG-Amt in Ihrer Stadt anzeigen können.
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Quick answer
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Documents you need
Identification card or passport · Form / Application
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Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
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How to do it
Apply directly online
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Costs
Varies by case
How to proceed
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Check the eligibility of the measure
The program must be at least 400 hours long and lead to a recognized professional certification.
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Application to the relevant office for student financial aid
Online via the AFBG portal or in writing.
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Approval of Grants and Loans
Funding for the project and, if applicable, living expenses, provided partly as a grant and partly as a KfW loan.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Individuals seeking professional development opportunities, regardless of age or the amount of previous BAföG benefits received.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 months
Success rate
approx. 80.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Application submitted only after the measure had begun
- •Proof of income from spouse/parents is missing
Common reasons for rejection
- •The program is not eligible for funding (no recognized continuing education credential)
- •Applicants who already hold a higher-level degree
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
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Questions & Answers
How much does it cost to apply for Aufstiegs-BAföG (Meister-BAföG)?▼
Free up to a €50 processing fee.
How long does it take to apply for the Aufstiegs-BAföG (Meister-BAföG)?▼
Typically about 45 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Source
- Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung
- Data quality
- 100 %