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National Visa

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03.05.2022 - Article

If you want to live, work or study in Germany, you need a National Visa (long-term visa). Here you can find information on the application process, the different visa types as well as the required documents.

The national visa is the entry visa for a long-term stay (more than 3 months) for a specific purpose of travel.

Usually issued for 90 days, after entering Germany, visa holders must apply for a residence permit in Germany.

Choose the right visa type from the following categories:

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General Information on National Visas (Long-term Visas)

For long-term stays of more than 90 days.
Here you will find general information about applications for national visas as well as required documents.

03.05.2022 Article

Visa for Study, Research and Language Courses

If you would like to study or participate in a language course in Germany or if you are planning a research stay, you will need to apply for a long-term visa first. More information can be foud here.

03.05.2022 Article

Family Reunion Visa

Family reunification with German nationals or foreigners with permanent residence in Germany (including persons entitled to asylum and refugees as well as persons with a ban on deportation; not: subsidiary protection!)

Father, mother and two small children at the breakfast table

03.05.2022 Article

Family Reunion Visa for Family Members of People eligible for Subsidiary Protection (Appointment Booking)

Information for close family members of persons entitled to subsidiary protection living in Germany (according to § 4 Asylum Act).

17.05.2023 Article

Au Pair / Voluntary Work Visa

If you would like to work as an au pair in Germany or would like to do voluntary service, you will find all the necessary information here.

03.05.2022 Article

Work Visa and Visa under the Skilled Immigration Act

Here you will find more information on the immigration of skilled workers and on taking up work in Germany.

02.06.2023 Article

Book an Appointment Online

To apply for a national visa, for a German passport, for birth and marriage registrations you need to book an appointment through our online appointment system. Please note the separate info on Schengen visas and visas for close family members of a person eligible for subsidiary protection.