Germany captivates tourists with ancient castles, mysterious black forests, and bustling modern cities. This is the ideal destination to explore Europe's rich culture and unique history. If you are a Vietnamese citizen and want to apply for a tourist visa to Germany, there is some important information and notes that ABA VISA would like to share with you. Latest guide to applying for a German visa!
Latest instructions for applying for a German visa – What types of German tourist visas are there that you need to know?
When you apply for a visa to travel to Germany, there are several types of visas that you may consider depending on the purpose of your trip including:
Short Term Schengen Visa (C)
This is the most common type of visa for short-term travel, family visits, or business trips that are allowed to stay 90 days within a period of 180 days. This visa can be classified according to the number of entries:
Visa Schengen What is that?
Because Germany is a country in the European Union (EU), the German tourist visa also has full accompanying privileges and is collectively called Schengen - it allows visa holders to travel freely between 26 countries in the region. Schengen in Europe, is not limited by internal border controls. This visa is usually issued for short-term trips, and can be used for tourism, business, or visiting relatives.
Which countries does the Schengen area include?
The Schengen area includes most EU countries and some non-EU countries such as Norway and Switzerland.
- Shirt
- Belgium
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Virtue
- Greek
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
These countries have agreed to allow their citizens and visitors from other countries with Schengen visas to travel freely within the area without interruption from border controls.
Single entry visa
Allows you to enter and stay in the Schengen area once.
Double-entry visa
Allows you to enter the Schengen area twice.
Multiple entry visa
Allows you to enter the country many times enter the Schengen area within the validity of the visa.
German National Visa (D)
If you plan to stay in Germany for longer than 90 days, for example to take part in a short-term non-degree course or internship, you will need this type of visa. National visas are also used for longer-term residence purposes such as study or work.
Cultural or Sports Visit Visa
This type of visa is for people participating in cultural, scientific or sporting events.
Each of these visa types has its own requirements and application process, depending on the purpose of the trip and the desired length of stay in Germany. To ensure you choose the correct visa type and understand the necessary requirements, you should contact the German embassy or consulate directly or visit the official German visa and immigration website or contact with us over Hotline: 0938165817 (Zalo/WhatsApp) for specific advice on each case.
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Documents needed to prepare to apply for a German visa
You need to prepare some basic documents as follows:
- Passport valid for at least six months.
- Household registration (notarized and translated into English or French)/Residency confirmation
- Proof of employment: For employees - Labor contract, leave application, salary statement.../ For Business Owners: Business registration certificate, Tax payment confirmation...
- 02 Photos 3.5 x 4.5
- Travel insurance.
- Letter explaining the purpose of the trip, invitation letter (in case you have relatives or friends in Germany)
- Proof of residence and travel itinerary.
- Proof of finances such as bank statements, savings books (about 200 million) or real estate documents...
Note: The documents listed above are just basic, for advice on documents based on each specific case, please contact us via Hotline: 0938165817 (Zalo/ WhatsApp) for the best support.
Where to apply for a German tourist visa?
Currently, German visa applications are submitted through VFS Global in Vietnam - an authorized unit of the Embassy to receive German visa applications. And you will also have your fingerprints taken at the VFS center. ABA VISA will assist you in making an appointment and submitting your German visa application here.
Processing time for tourist visa to Germany
It usually takes about 15 days to process the application, however, this time may vary depending on each specific case and according to the regulations of the German Embassy.
Cost of applying for a tourist visa to Germany
Depending on the type of tourist visa, there will be different fees, please contact ABA VISA for a quote at the current time.
Applying for a German visa for Vietnamese citizens may not be too complicated if you prepare all the necessary documents and follow the correct process. However, visa issuance is not guaranteed and may depend on many factors such as the purpose of the trip, the completeness and accuracy of the submitted documents, as well as travel history and other factors. .
It is important that you should not buy air tickets before your visa is approved to avoid the risk of losing money if your visa is not issued.
Visa applications should be made at least one month to two months before the intended departure date to ensure there is enough time for application processing.
If you meet all the requirements and the application process is carried out correctly, the chances of receiving a German tourist visa are quite high, but not an absolute certainty. Therefore, ABA VISA, with experience supporting many customers applying for German visas, will be the place to evaluate documents and advise so you can easily know whether your success rate is high or low before deciding to apply. Germany tourist visa.
After getting a German visa, what do you need to keep in mind?
After getting your German visa, you need to keep in mind the following important things to make your trip go smoothly and avoid breaking the law while in Germany:
- Check Passport and Visa: Make sure your passport is valid for at least three months beyond your intended date of departure from the Schengen area. Check the information on the visa to make sure there are no errors.
- Health Insurance: Travel insurance is mandatory when entering Germany, ensure you have appropriate health insurance covering at least 30,000 euros for emergency medical expenses and unplanned return to your home country.
- Comply with entry and stay regulations: Although your visa may allow you to stay in Germany for up to 90 days within a 180-day period, you are not allowed to work unless you have a work permit. Comply with the purpose of the trip such as tourism, visiting relatives, or business.
- Notify immigration authorities: If you plan to stay in Germany for more than three days, you must register your temporary residence with the local authority.
- Note about regulations in Germany: Learn and comply with German legal regulations, including traffic safety regulations, residence laws, and other regulations related to daily operations.
- Stay in touch with the Embassy: In case of emergency or you need legal assistance, you should contact the Vietnamese Embassy in Germany.
- Financial preparation and banking transactions: Make sure you have enough finances for the trip and understand how to do banking in Germany.
If you need to contact the Vietnamese Embassy in Germany in an emergency, you can do the following:
- Address: The Embassy is located at Elsenstraße 3, 12435 Berlin-Treptow, Germany.
- Phone: You can call the number (+49) 30 5363 0108 to contact the embassy.
- Email: Email can be sent to the address [email protected] to receive support.
- Work time: The Embassy is open from Monday to Friday, from 08:30 am to 12:30 pm and from 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm.
If you need urgent consular assistance outside business hours, you can contact the civil protection phone number: +49-1625391500.
These are official contact details and you should use them to ensure you receive the necessary support from the Embassy in any situation. For more information, you can visit the website of the Vietnamese Embassy in Germany here
These not only help you avoid trouble with the authorities in Germany but also ensure a safe and comfortable trip.
Why should you choose ABA VISA & LAW SERVICE to Apply for a German Visa?
- With many years of experience, we will advise for free and suggest a plan for applying for a German tourist visa that suits your purposes.
- We aim to exploit your strengths and minimize your weaknesses to help you achieve the best results.
- ABA VISA & LAW SERVICE Guide customers to prepare necessary documents to apply for a German visa and support notarized translation of documents.
- We represent customers to submit documents, work with the Embassy to save you time and effort.
- ABA VISA & LAW SERVICE Supports processing German visa applications and visa extensions according to customer needs at the German Consulate in Vietnam.
- Monitor visa results and handle problems that arise during the German visa application process.
- Delivery of results to the place.
