Mali
04/10/2022 00:00

The Embassy of Mali informed us today that from now on all applicants must submit their visa applications in person. The DVKG may collect the visaed travel documents from the embassy with a power of attorney.

Angola
29/09/2022 00:00

The Angolan consulate is closed from December 15, 2022 - January 10, 2023.

Please take this into account when planning your trip.

Japan
27/09/2022 00:00

The Japanese government plans to allow German citizens visa-free entry from October 11, 2022. This applies to business, tourist and transit travel.

Schengen visas
01/09/2022 11:00

The high demand, especially for Schengen visas, is currently leading to longer waiting and processing times at the German consulate than usual.

Please apply for your visa in good time. You can apply as early as six months before your travel date.

 

China: Extended opening hours for consular providers
30/08/2022 14:00

We would like to inform you that the consular provider for travel to China in Berlin is now offering extended opening hours. Submission is possible on Tuesdays and Thursdays.