China: No additional letters with details of trips required since Jan. 1, 2014
17/09/2016 00:00

The Chinese consulate informs:

 

Supplementary letter with details of travel since Jan. 1, 2014 is no longer necessary as of today, September 17, 2016.

 

Your DVKG team

Canada: an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is a mandatory requirement for entry and transit on 30 Sep. 2016
16/09/2016 00:00

The Canadian Consulate informs:

 

As of September 30, 16, citizens with German nationality require an ETA for entry and transit. You need a confirmed ETA before boarding the flight to Canada. The ETA is valid for 5 years.

 

Your DVKG Team

Islamic countries - Feast of the Sacrifice from Sep. 12 to 16, 2016
07/09/2016 00:00

The DVKG informs:

 

The Festival of Sacrifice will take place from September 12 to September 16, 2016. Restrictions on processing times and/or closures at consulates and embassies of Arab states and predominantly Islamic populations are to be expected.

 

Your DVKG Team

India - IVS provider fee increased for Munich and Berlin
05/09/2016 00:00

IVS, the India provider for Munich and Berlin, has increased the provider / Visa Application Center fee to 30.99 euros / gross.

 

Your DVKG Team

Iran, Frankfurt - currently no express processing possible
01/09/2016 00:00

The consulate of Iran in Frankfurt informs: currently no express processing is offered.

 

Your DVKG Team