Schengen Visa for Germany | Book German Visa Appointment in the UAE
Schengen Visa for Germany | Book German Visa Appointment in the UAE
6 Oca 2025
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Information about the required documents can be found on the website
The status of the application can be tracked at the link
Who Can Apply from the UAE?
The applicant must be a resident of the UAE. You can apply for a Schengen visa from any city that has a VFS visa center. Where your Emirates ID was issued doesn't matter.
Visa Types
Schengen Visa, Category C Airport Transit
Business/Congress / Trade Fair
Medical Treatment
Sports Purpose
Tourist Visa
Visa for Spouse / Relatives of EU / German nationals
Visit Visa
Culture Purpose
National Visa Category D
Documents Required
⚠️ Click here to download the authorisation form sample.
Please ensure that you are well informed on the New Entry Regulations for Germany.
Application form – available also online - free of charge
Fully completed in English or German and signed and dated by the applicant him self (signed by both parents in case of m inors, below the age of 18)
Passport
Validity minim um three months from the date of expiry of the requested visa. Signed by bearer Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years) At least two free “visa pages” Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport Previous passport if applicable IMPORTANT: valid UAE residence permit and for electronic UAE residence visa holders, a printout from of both the electronic residence visa and Emirates ID. (valid at least three months from the date of expiry of the requested visa / intended end of journey)
Two recent biometric passport sized photographs (3.5x4,5 cm) Requirements:
NEW ! Should NOT be older than 6 months. A frontal view of the face covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo. A uniform and white background. Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame. Head coverings are only accepted for religious reasons.
Photocopies
1 passport copy of pages containing personal data 1 copy of the signature page (signed by passport holder 1 copy of UAE residence perm it / visa Copies of previous Schengen visa For GCC Nationals- Copy of valid Emirates ID card
Overseas medical insurance
Requirements: Valid for the entire duration of the requested visa and for all Schengen countries. Minim um coverage 30,000 € and repatriation. (M edical insurances of credit cards are not accepted) Conditions must be stated either on insurance document or on separate confirmation letter
Travel Itinerary including flight reservation Valid (existing) hotel / accommodation booking / reservation with full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact inform ation, booking ref.)
Letter from local employer / sponsor (NOL)
including name, postal address and telephone number of sponsor/company , with details regarding applicant’s working position, starting date of employment andsalary and tim eframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel. Additionally valid trade license copy for investor/partner of company. In case of dependents- copy of sponsor’s valid passport and UAE residence visa to be attached to letter from sponsor.
Additional documents for minors below the age of 18 (if applicable) – proving legal parenthood:
Copy of either birth certificate / proof of adoption / custody decree if parents are divorced / death certificate of parent (Consulate reserves the right to request the original document at a later stage) Documents need to be translated into either German or English. “Letter of consent” (Authorization of Minors) from parents, including passport copies and valid UAE residence visa copies of both parents/ legal guardian .
Proof of financial means of the applicant in the UAE, e.g. personal bank statements of at least the last 3 months before application, personal property, assets etc.
Step-by-Step Guide to the Application Process
Identify visa type (Choose the right visa for your trip).
Begin your application (Get started with your visa application).
Once you are ready to apply, go to website to fill the Short Stay visa form online.
Print the completed form, and bring it with you to the Visa Application Centre for submission.
Prepare Documents: Ensure all required documents are ready and properly organized.
Book an Appointment: Each individual requires a separate appointment and will submit a separate application. For example, if a family or group of five is applying for visas, then 5 appointments must be made.
Pay the Fees: Once you have made your application, you will need to pay your visa application fee. If you download the form to print and bring to the Visa Application Centre, payment will be made at the time of your appointment. You can pay the visa fee in cash or by card at the Visa Application Centre visa application centre
Submit Application: Attend the appointment at the visa center, submit your documents, and provide biometrics.
Track your application (Stay informed about the progress of your application)
Collect your passport: After a visa application decision has been made, you can pick up your passport from the Visa Application Centre or have your passport returned to you by courier for an additional fee. For some Visa Application Centres your passport will only be returned via courier.
Collecting your passport in person: bring the receipt issued by the Visa Application Centre and a form of Government identification of UAE (Emirates ID). If permitted you may be able to send a representative to collect your passport; they will need to present a letter of authorisation signed by you, bring the receipt issued to you by the Visa Application Centre and their Government identification
Processing Time
The processing time for the application at the German Consulate takes up to 15 calendar days.
Please be advised that due to the above mentioned minimum processing time, we are not able to guarantee the return of passports by specific dates for travel.
Please be sure to submit your visa application well in advance, to avoid any inconveniences.
How to Book an Appointment
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💡We don't support this direction
Information about the required documents can be found on the website
The status of the application can be tracked at the link
Who Can Apply from the UAE?
The applicant must be a resident of the UAE. You can apply for a Schengen visa from any city that has a VFS visa center. Where your Emirates ID was issued doesn't matter.
Visa Types
Schengen Visa, Category C Airport Transit
Business/Congress / Trade Fair
Medical Treatment
Sports Purpose
Tourist Visa
Visa for Spouse / Relatives of EU / German nationals
Visit Visa
Culture Purpose
National Visa Category D
Documents Required
⚠️ Click here to download the authorisation form sample.
Please ensure that you are well informed on the New Entry Regulations for Germany.
Application form – available also online - free of charge
Fully completed in English or German and signed and dated by the applicant him self (signed by both parents in case of m inors, below the age of 18)
Passport
Validity minim um three months from the date of expiry of the requested visa. Signed by bearer Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years) At least two free “visa pages” Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport Previous passport if applicable IMPORTANT: valid UAE residence permit and for electronic UAE residence visa holders, a printout from of both the electronic residence visa and Emirates ID. (valid at least three months from the date of expiry of the requested visa / intended end of journey)
Two recent biometric passport sized photographs (3.5x4,5 cm) Requirements:
NEW ! Should NOT be older than 6 months. A frontal view of the face covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo. A uniform and white background. Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame. Head coverings are only accepted for religious reasons.
Photocopies
1 passport copy of pages containing personal data 1 copy of the signature page (signed by passport holder 1 copy of UAE residence perm it / visa Copies of previous Schengen visa For GCC Nationals- Copy of valid Emirates ID card
Overseas medical insurance
Requirements: Valid for the entire duration of the requested visa and for all Schengen countries. Minim um coverage 30,000 € and repatriation. (M edical insurances of credit cards are not accepted) Conditions must be stated either on insurance document or on separate confirmation letter
Travel Itinerary including flight reservation Valid (existing) hotel / accommodation booking / reservation with full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact inform ation, booking ref.)
Letter from local employer / sponsor (NOL)
including name, postal address and telephone number of sponsor/company , with details regarding applicant’s working position, starting date of employment andsalary and tim eframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel. Additionally valid trade license copy for investor/partner of company. In case of dependents- copy of sponsor’s valid passport and UAE residence visa to be attached to letter from sponsor.
Additional documents for minors below the age of 18 (if applicable) – proving legal parenthood:
Copy of either birth certificate / proof of adoption / custody decree if parents are divorced / death certificate of parent (Consulate reserves the right to request the original document at a later stage) Documents need to be translated into either German or English. “Letter of consent” (Authorization of Minors) from parents, including passport copies and valid UAE residence visa copies of both parents/ legal guardian .
Proof of financial means of the applicant in the UAE, e.g. personal bank statements of at least the last 3 months before application, personal property, assets etc.
Step-by-Step Guide to the Application Process
Identify visa type (Choose the right visa for your trip).
Begin your application (Get started with your visa application).
Once you are ready to apply, go to website to fill the Short Stay visa form online.
Print the completed form, and bring it with you to the Visa Application Centre for submission.
Prepare Documents: Ensure all required documents are ready and properly organized.
Book an Appointment: Each individual requires a separate appointment and will submit a separate application. For example, if a family or group of five is applying for visas, then 5 appointments must be made.
Pay the Fees: Once you have made your application, you will need to pay your visa application fee. If you download the form to print and bring to the Visa Application Centre, payment will be made at the time of your appointment. You can pay the visa fee in cash or by card at the Visa Application Centre visa application centre
Submit Application: Attend the appointment at the visa center, submit your documents, and provide biometrics.
Track your application (Stay informed about the progress of your application)
Collect your passport: After a visa application decision has been made, you can pick up your passport from the Visa Application Centre or have your passport returned to you by courier for an additional fee. For some Visa Application Centres your passport will only be returned via courier.
Collecting your passport in person: bring the receipt issued by the Visa Application Centre and a form of Government identification of UAE (Emirates ID). If permitted you may be able to send a representative to collect your passport; they will need to present a letter of authorisation signed by you, bring the receipt issued to you by the Visa Application Centre and their Government identification
Processing Time
The processing time for the application at the German Consulate takes up to 15 calendar days.
Please be advised that due to the above mentioned minimum processing time, we are not able to guarantee the return of passports by specific dates for travel.
Please be sure to submit your visa application well in advance, to avoid any inconveniences.