APS Vietnam: Complete Guide (Documents, Interview, Process)

APS Vietnam is typically a moderate-intensity process: document verification plus an interview. It is generally less intense than APS China, but still strict about completeness and consistency.

For APS India exams (dMAT, TestAS), see the APS India dMAT guide.

TL;DR

• Mandatory for many students with Vietnamese qualifications
• Translations are required for Vietnamese-language records
• Interview is part of the process
• Typical timeline: 6-8 weeks
• Difficulty level: medium

How APS Vietnam works

APS Vietnam usually checks:

• Academic document authenticity
• Eligibility for German university routes
• Basic academic understanding in interview

This process is handled via structures connected to the German mission in Vietnam (commonly Hanoi-based coordination).

Documents required

Core documents

• Passport copy
• APS application form
• Payment receipt

Academic documents

• High school certificate
• Bachelor's degree certificate (if applicable)
• Full transcripts for all semesters

Supporting documents

• Language certificates (if available)
• National ID proof
• University verification documents (if requested)

Translation requirement

If originals are in Vietnamese, translated versions are usually mandatory, commonly in:

• English, or
• German

Missing translations are a common reason for delays.

APS interview

The interview is usually less technical than APS China, but still important. Typical checks include:

• Study background
• Basic subject understanding
• Future academic plans

Common questions:

• Why Germany?
• What did you study?
• What are your goals?

Process

1. Register on the APS Vietnam portal
2. Pay the fee (often around EUR 150-250; verify current amount)
3. Submit translated and complete documents
4. Attend interview
5. Receive APS certificate

Timeline

• Typical: 6-8 weeks

Common issues

• Missing or poor translations
• Incomplete transcripts
• Weak interview answers

Reality check

APS Vietnam is easier than APS China in many cases, but it is not automatic approval.

You are in a strong position if:

• Your file is complete and translated correctly
• You answer interview questions clearly and confidently