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Welcome to Germany!

  1. General information
  2. Visa Types

General information

Visa Types

Please choose how long you are planning to stay:

Long-stay visa: apply online

You can apply online for some types of long-stay visas. Once you submit your documents, we will inform you whether these are complete. This will make your in-person appointment quick and efficient.

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30.05.2023 Article

National Visas

A residence visa is required if you intend to stay in Germany for more than 90 days for work or study or if you intend to move to Germany permanently.

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Schengen visa

For short stay up to 90 days with the main destination Germany (e.g. for a holiday or business trip)

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Which visa do I need for Germany?
I want to travel to Germany as a tourist, on business, for my studies, to work, or to join family members who live there.
Which visa should I apply for?

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Frequently asked questions on visas (FAQ)

Your question may already be answered here, so we kindly ask you to read these questions and answers carefully before contacting the Embassy. Thank you.

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13.06.2024 Article

Germany is expanding and simplifying access to the labour market

Building on the Skilled Immigration Act that took effect on 1 March 2020, the Act on the Further Development of Skilled Immigration has now expanded the opportunities for skilled workers from non-EU…

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