Current news

UK - Introduction of Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)

22/03/2023

The UK is introducing an electronic travel authorization. This will become mandatory as of November 2023. There is to be an exemption for EU citizens up to and including February 2024. DVKG will provide a simple application process timely in advance.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the DVKG consular consultants.

China: Tourist visas

17/03/2023

As of now, all visa categories including tourist visas can be applied for again.

Ramadan: Longer processing times at the consulates of Islamic countries

01/03/2023

From March 22 to April 20, 2023, the fasting month of Ramadan will take place, followed by the festival of breaking the fast.

Please note that there may be longer processing times for visas and legalizations at the consulates and embassies of Islamic countries during this period.

China: Opening hours of consular providers from March 2023

23/02/2023

We would like to inform you about the opening times from March 2023:

Hamburg

Monday and Wednesday

Berlin

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

Frankfurt

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

München

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

China: Opening hours of consular providers from week 6 2023

02/02/2023

We would like to inform you about the opening times from calendar week 6 2023: