Visa

Whether you require a visa and a residence permit to enter Germany depends on your nationality and the reason of your stay. Please enquire at your local German Mission (the addresses of all German embassies and consulates can be found online under www.auswaertiges-amt.de) well in advance, whether you will require a visa. Non-EU citizens will generally require a visa to enter and reside in Germany.

Visas must be obtained before arrival in Germany and can be requested at your local German embassy or consulate. Check which documents you require for the application process and make sure to sort out this matter early: the process is not always quick!

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