Schengen applications must be submitted at least 15 days before the planned date of travel. Unfortunately, applications submitted at shorter notice cannot be processed.

You can apply online for some types of visas. Once you submit your documents, we will inform you whether these are complete. This will make your in-person appointment at the German mission quick and efficient: You will present your original documents, provide your biometric data (fingerprints and photo) and pay the application fee.

You can apply online for the following types of visas:

• Blue Card (EU) visa
• Visa to take up employment as an academic
• Visa to take up employment as a skilled worker with vocational training
• Opportunity card visa

Apply online now, through the Consular Services Portal