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Arriving in Germany

Arriving in Germany, © dpa

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Ugandans, South Sudanese or non-EU nationals need a visa in order to enter Germany.
The type of visa you require depends on how long you plan to stay. Are you planning a short visit to Germany, e.g. for a holiday? Or would you like to stay longer, e.g. to attend university?

Choose between short- and long-term Visa and find more information on application process, renewal & current restrictions here:

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Schengen Visa

Are you planning a short term visit to Germany which does not exceed 90 days? Do you want to visit a friend in Germany, attend a business meeting or need medical treatment? Here you can find information on the application process and required documents for a Schengen Visa.

Schengen Visum
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National / Long-term Visas

National visas are issued for long-term stays for a particular purpose. Usually issued for 90 days, in rare occassions it may be issued for up to a year. After entering Germany, visa holders must apply for a residence permit.

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Adjustment of the fee for a Schengen visa

Since 11 June 2024, the fee for a Schengen visa has been increased to 90 euro, or 45 euro for children from the age of six years and below the age of 12 years - cf. Article 16 (1) and (2) of the Visa Code.

This adjustment was made following the revision of the visa fee that is conducted every three years by the European Commission pursuant to Article 16 (9) of the Visa Code.

Schengen Visa 

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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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