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Germany Visa

Apply for a Germany visa from Dubai with Ifly Tourism . Situated in the heart of Western Europe, Germany is a vibrant destination that offers a rich blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. It offers breathtaking landscapes and a rich historical legacy. As you travel through its cities, you’ll experience a fascinating mix of medieval charm and modern innovation. With our expert assistance, you can easily secure your Germany visa from the UAE — whether you’re in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. We simplify the process to make it stress-free for you.

 Germany is one of the most visited countries in Europe and has played a central role in the continent’s history for centuries. From vibrant festivals and medieval towns to stunning scenery, rich cuisine, and spectacular architecture — there’s so much to experience in Germany. The country is very easy to explore as the transport system is modern and most of the people do speak English, Which makes it an easy country to explore.

Germany Tourist Visa

Most travelers from the UAE will need a tourist visa to visit Germany. The Germany tourist visa is a travel document that allows you to enter Germany and and travel to other Schengen countries.. The Schengen Short Term Tourist Visa is another name for the tourist visa issued by Germany.

The Germany tourist visa from Dubai is intended for individuals visiting the country for leisure or sightseeing purposes. Travelers entering Germany on a tourist visa are not permitted to work and must leave before the visa expires.

If you are holding a Tourist Visa (Schengen Visa) issued by Germany you are also allowed to travel to the below-listed Schengen countries. We offer an efficient Germany visa service from Dubai — with a streamlined process, expert guidance, and quick turnaround. Your gateway to discovering Germany is here!

Apply for a Germany tourist visa from Dubai

Now that we have given you enough reasons to visit Germany, let’s now discuss its visa processing, especially for UAE residents. Germany comes under the Schengen area, which has 27 countries, including 23 EU countries and four EFTA member states. So if you are planning to apply for a German visa, you have to apply for a Schengen visa.

  • Select the correct type of Schengen visa based on your purpose of travel and the intended duration of your stay in Germany.
  • Collect all the necessary documents mentioned below for visa processing.
  • Duly signed and adequately completed Schengen visa application form.
  • Original passport with a validity of at least three months from your return journey from Germany.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs, taken within the last three months taken within the last three months with a neutral grey background.
  • Invitation letter from your host and his accommodation details.
  • Copies of your confirmed return flight ticket.
  • International insurance
  • Bank statements for the last three months
  • In the case of an employee, NOC from the employer is required.
  • Business people will have to submit a copy of their trade license.
  • Pay the visa fees. You can pay by credit card, debit card or other preferred modes.
  • After submitting your application, you’ll attend an interview at the German consulate or embassy. Once we receive all your documents, our expert team will review them once more to ensure that you haven’t made any mistakes, and then we will submit them to the embassy. Afterwards, they will schedule an interview for you, which you should not miss at any cost.
  • Visa approval. It usually takes three to four working days to process your visa. Once approved, you will receive the confirmation through your registered email address.

Applying for Germany Tourist Visa from the UAE

The German tourist visa is applied with the nearest German embassy in your place of residence. The first step is to make an appointment for the immigration interview. All required documents should be submitted in person following an appointment. Residents of Dubai can submit the documents at the German embassy in Dubai and Abu Dhabi residents can apply at the German Embassy office in Abu Dhabi. Residents of all other emirates can submit either in Dubai or in Abu Dhabi.

Documents Required for Germany Tourist Visa

Passport: A valid passport from your home country with at least six months’ validity and a minimum of three blank pages. If you have an old passport, it must also be submitted.

Application Form: Duly filled application form issued by the Embassy of Germany. Fully concluded in English or German and signed and dated by the applicant himself ( signed by both parents in case of minors, below the age of 18)

Valid UAE Residency: Emirates ID and Copy of the stamped residency visa (valid at least three months from the date of expiry of the requested visa / intended end of the journey)

Photocopies: 

  • 1 passport copy of pages containing personal data 
  • 1 copy of the signature page (signed by the passport holder 
  • 1 copy of UAE residence permit/visa 
  • Copies of previous Schengen visa 

For GCC Nationals- Copy of valid Emirates ID card

Personal Photograph:

  • Photographs:
  • Two recent color photographs (not older than 6 months)
  • Size: 35mm x 45mm
  • White background, neutral expression, no headwear
  • The Head should take 70-80% of the photo.
  • Plain white or light grey background.
  • Facing the camera
  • Neutral face expression
  • Avoid uniforms or colours matching the background.

Personal Covering letter: Stating the intention of the travel and details of family members travelling.

Proof of sufficient financial means:

  • Original stamped and signed personal bank statement for the last three months showing regular income, no deposits  If the applicant is an owner of a company or a partner, he can submit the bank statement of the company with a letter from the bank proving he is a signatory on this bank account.
  • Bank statements should not be “credit card statements”. If not enough balance on the current account, the applicant should additionally provide bank statements of the “saving accounts” for the last 3 months.
  • For retired persons: proof of pension or other regular income.
  • Please highlight your regular income (salary, pension, etc…) on the bank statement.

Medical insurance- Overseas Travel Insurance

Requirements: Valid for the entire period of the requested visa and for all Schengen countries. Minimum coverage 30,000 € and repatriation. (Travel insurance provided through credit cards is not accepted.).

Letter from local employer/sponsor (NOC): Including name, postal address and telephone number of sponsor/company, with details about applicant’s working position, starting date of employment and salary and expected date to resume duties and intention of travel. Also valid trade license copy for investor/partner of the company.

In case of dependents- Sponsors valid passport copy and UAE residence visa to be attached with the cover letter.

Additional documents for minors below the age of 18 (if applicable) – proving legal parenthood: Copy of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree, if parents are divorced / death certificate of parent (Consulate reserves the right to request the original document at a later stage). Documents, need to be translated into either German or English. “Letter of consent” (Authorization of Minors) from parents, including passport copies and valid UAE residence visa copies of both parents/ legal guardian.

Travel Documents: 

  • Confirmed return flight tickets
  • Hotel Reservation
  • Day wise travel plan (Itinerary)

Supporting Documents Needed for Germany Tourist Visa

  • If a company owner; Company Trade License Copy and if it is a partnership, NOC from the partner is also needed.
  • If Student: School / College / Institute ID Card
  • If Retired: Proof of retirement like pension book, statement etc.
  • For minors: Birth certificate and NOC from the non-accompanying parent or guardian.
  • If Visiting friend or relative: Invitation letter; Inviter’s ID proof like Passport or Resident Permit, Address proof like any Electricity bill, any Utility bill etc.
  • If Sponsored: Sponsorship letter; Sponsor’s national ID proof or Resident permit, Updated bank statement of last 6 months, 
  • For Business Visa: Invitation letter from host Company stating the purpose of the trip, business details etc

Germany Visa Types for UAE Citizens and Residents

  • Airport Transit Visa: This visa for those travellers who wish to travel to non-schengen destination via Germany
  • Tourist/Visitor Visa: Apply for this visa if you wish visit Germany for leisure purposes.
  • Business Visa: If you wish to participate in business related activities in Germany
  • Trade Fair & Exhibitions Visa: This is the visa you need if you wish to participate at a trade fair or exhibition.
  • Student Visa: (Visum Zu Studienzwecken).You have been admitted as a student at a university in Germany.”
  • Student Applicant Visa: (Visum Zur Studienbewerbung). If you plan to travel to Germany to apply at a university, to sit for an acceptance exam or interview.
  • Language Course Visa: (Visa for Language Learning). If your intention is to attend a German language course.
  • Training/Internship Visa: Apply for this visa if you are planning to participate in training or internship. 
  • Job Seeker Visa. Apply for this visa if you wish to travel to Germany to seek a job.
  • German Freelance “Freiberufler” Visa: If you plan to work in Germany as a freelancer this is the visa you need. 
  • Working Visa: If you already found a job in Germany you can apply for this visa.
  • Germany Visa for Cultural, Film Crew, Sports, and Religious Event Purpose: You will need to apply for this visa if you are touring to Germany under the intent of participating at a Cultural, Sports, or Religious event or as part of a Film Crew.
  • Guest Scientist Visa: If you are a scientist and an institution or company in Germany has requested you to conduct research there, you should apply for a Guest Scientist Visa.
  • Medical Treatment Visa: If you are planning to seek medical treatment at one of the German hospitals or clinics.

German Missions in UAE

Below are the two German missions in the United Arab Emirates:

  • the German Embassy in Abu Dhabi and
  • the Consulate General in Dubai.

Schengen Countries you can visit with a Germany Tourist Visa Issued by Germany: