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Germany Visa Requirements
All visa pathways, requirements, fees, and processing times — in one place. Select a category below or search by your nationality.
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Germany Chancenkarte — Opportunity Card (§20a AufenthG)
Eligibility and fees vary by passport country.
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Germany Job Seeker Visa (§20 AufenthG)
Eligibility and fees vary by passport country.
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Germany Skilled Worker Visa (§18a/§18b AufenthG) / EU Blue Card
Eligibility and fees vary by passport country.
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Schengen Area Visa
A Schengen C visa issued here is also valid for travel to all 29 member states.