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To submit an official, usually written application to an authority or institution in order to receive something or get it approved.
Für die Reise in die USA muss man ein Visum beantragen.
For a trip to the USA, you have to apply for a visa.
The verb 'beantragen' (to apply for) is closely related to the noun 'der Antrag' (the application/request). When you 'beantragen' something, you submit an official application.
Der Antrag auf eine neue Wohnung wurde genehmigt.
The application for a new apartment was approved.
Verbs with the prefix 'be-' are inseparable. So the prefix always stays connected to the verb, and the past participle is formed without 'ge-': 'beantragt' (applied for).
Ich habe gestern meinen neuen Reisepass beantragt.
I applied for my new passport yesterday.
This verb is used for official documents or benefits. Typical combinations are: 'einen Pass beantragen' (to apply for a passport), 'ein Stipendium beantragen' (to apply for a scholarship), 'Urlaub beantragen' (to request vacation), or 'Arbeitslosengeld beantragen' (to apply for unemployment benefits).
Viele Studierende beantragen zu Beginn des Semesters BAföG.
Many students apply for BAföG at the beginning of the semester.
'Beantragen' (to apply for) is a formal word used in official and bureaucratic contexts. You apply for something at an authority, office, or company.
Um hier bauen zu dürfen, müssen Sie eine Genehmigung bei der Stadt beantragen.
In order to be allowed to build here, you must apply for a permit from the city.
to put / to set
'einen Antrag stellen' (to submit an application) and 'beantragen' (to apply for) both belong to official situations, for example at a government office or an institution. The difference is mainly in the form. With 'stellen', you usually use the noun 'Antrag': you 'stellt einen Antrag'. 'beantragen' is the verb for what you want to receive or have approved: you 'beantragt ein Visum, Geld oder Urlaub' (apply for a visa, money, or leave). Learners can easily confuse the words because they mean very similar things. A practical tip: 'Antrag stellen', but 'etwas beantragen'.
Für die neue Wohnung beantragt sie finanzielle Hilfe.
She is applying for financial assistance for the new apartment.
Sie stellt heute beim Amt einen Antrag auf Wohngeld.
She is submitting an application for housing benefit at the office today.