The Declaration of Financial Support (Verpflichtungserklärung) is a fundamental document in German immigration procedures, required when a person or entity assumes financial responsibility for a foreign national's stay in Germany. This declaration is commonly used for various purposes, including supporting student visa applications, family visits, or academic exchanges. The document must specify the guarantor's personal and financial details, the scope and duration of support, and include comprehensive information about the beneficiary. It requires official certification and must comply with German residence law (Aufenthaltsgesetz), particularly §68. The declaration serves as a legally binding guarantee that the supported person will not need to rely on public funds during their stay in Germany, covering living expenses, healthcare, and potential return travel costs. This document is processed through local immigration authorities and may require submission to German diplomatic missions abroad during visa applications.

1. Personal Information of Guarantor: Full legal name, date of birth, current address, nationality, and identification details of the person providing financial support

2. Personal Information of Beneficiary: Full legal name, date of birth, nationality, and passport details of the person receiving financial support

3. Scope of Financial Commitment: Detailed description of the financial obligations being undertaken, including living expenses, healthcare costs, and potential return travel costs

4. Duration of Support: Specific timeframe for which the financial support is being guaranteed

5. Declaration of Understanding: Explicit acknowledgment of the legal obligations and consequences of the commitment

6. Financial Capacity Statement: Declaration of the guarantor's financial ability to meet the commitment

7. Signature Block: Space for guarantor's signature, date, and official certification