Germany Schengen Visa
From$399.99
- 90 days validity
- Stay up to 90 days per entry
- Single entry
- As fast as 45 days
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Germany visa requirements
Whether you need a visa for Germany depends on your nationality and the purpose of your trip. Travelers from countries without visa-free access to the European Union apply for the Germany Schengen Visa, a short-stay travel document that also covers the other Schengen member states for tourism, business, or family visits.
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General Germany visa requirements are:
Requirements verified against official government sources
- Passport (valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure date from Schengen)
- Digital photos
- Travel insurance with minimum coverage of €30,000 for medical emergencies
- Recent bank statements showing sufficient funds (typically €45–€50 per day of your stay)
- Flight and accommodation reservations
- Proof of employment/student status
Germany visas available through iVisa
What each document covers, who it suits, and how it is issued.
Germany Schengen VisaVisa
Travelers from eligible countries who do not have visa-free access to the European Union must apply for a Schengen Visa to visit Germany and other Schengen member states.
Apply now- Who it's for
- The Schengen Visa is for travelers whose nationality requires a visa to enter Germany and is not on the visa-free list. It is a mandatory travel document for short-term stays.
- Permitted activities
- Short-term tourism, business, or family visits in Germany and across the other Schengen member states.
- Duration and entries
- The standard short-stay visa (Type C) allows you to stay for a maximum of 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
- How the appointment works
- Schengen rules require you to attend an in-person appointment for biometric collection (fingerprints and photo) and to submit your physical documents at a consulate or visa center.
- Delivery format
- After the German authorities process your application, you receive your passport back with the visa sticker attached, ready for your trip.
- Validity
- 90 days
- Length of stay
- 90 days per entry
- Entry
- Single entry
- Processing time
- Get it in as fast as 45 days
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Germany visa prices and processing times
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Our Germany visa application process
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Answer a few simple questions and upload your documents, choose your processing speed, and pay securely. Most travelers finish in minutes.
We review and submit your application
Our experts check your application for the errors that cause government rejections, fix them with you, then submit it directly to the Germany government on your behalf.
Receive your Germany travel document
Once approved, your Germany travel document arrives by email — ready to travel, with clear instructions on how to use it.
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The worst ever to be honest. After I waited for a month ,still nothing,My Germany visa still no updates. They didnot even tell me which documents should I prepare. And till now still waiting.
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They did a great job getting my photos for a passport and even on a Saturday.
Made the hassle of getting compatible passport pictures a breeze. Quick and professional service at a reasonable price.
I don’t understand their products. Was trying to print pictures for German size and one week later still don’t have them and CVS didn’t accept the digital version either
The photos per the German government were not supposed to be cut. They were delivered to me cut. Per the German government, my shoulders need to be seen in the photo. They were in the proofs but the photos you sent me are totally different. I feel completely ripped off. I will not be a return customer and would not recommend your services.
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Germany visa FAQs
What travelers commonly ask about Germany visas.
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Do I need a Germany Schengen Visa?
If your nationality requires a visa to enter Germany and is not on the visa-free list, you'll need a Schengen Visa to enter Germany and all other Schengen member states for tourism or business.
Can I apply for a Germany Schengen Visa online?
While you can start the process and fill out the application form online through iVisa, the Schengen rules require you to attend an in-person appointment for biometric collection (fingerprints and photo) and to submit your physical documents at a consulate or visa center.
How will I receive the Germany Schengen Visa?
After the German authorities process your application, you will receive your passport back with the visa sticker attached, ready for your trip. You can also find a copy of your Schengen Visa confirmation in your iVisa dashboard if applied through us.
How long can I stay in Germany?
The standard short-stay visa (Type C) allows you to stay for a maximum of 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
Can I extend my stay in Germany?
Schengen Visa extensions are rarely granted. You can generally only extend your visa in cases of force majeure (e.g., natural disasters or flight cancellations), humanitarian reasons, or serious personal reasons that prevent you from leaving.
Do children/minors need a Germany Schengen Visa?
Yes. Every traveler, including infants and minors, requires their own visa. For minors, the application must be signed by both parents/legal guardians, and a birth certificate must be provided along with a notarized travel consent form if the child is traveling alone or with only one parent.
What is the difference between a Schengen Visa and ETIAS?
The Schengen Visa is for travelers who are not visa-exempt. The ETIAS (launching late 2026) is a digital travel authorization for citizens of visa-exempt countries (like the US, UK, and Canada).
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