All visas
Every German visa on one board.
24 visa types with their legal basis, from § 16a Ausbildung to the Schengen business visa. Filter, search and open any row for requirements and a checklist.
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Two visa families
National or Schengen?
| National visa (D) | Schengen visa (C) | |
|---|---|---|
| For | Stays longer than 90 days: Ausbildung, study, work, family reunion, ICT, self-employment | Short stays: business, trade fairs, tourism, family visits |
| Length | Usually 3 to 12 months, then a residence permit in Germany | Up to 90 days in any 180-day period |
| Fee | €75 (minors €37.50) | €90 (children 6 to 11: €45) |
| Where to apply | German embassy or consulate, increasingly online via the Federal Foreign Office portal | German mission or its service provider |
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