If you intend to visit Germany as a tourist, you must first understand the visa requirements for this European country.
To visit Germany, you will require a short-term visa that is valid for 90 days. This short-term visa is sometimes referred to as the Schengen visa.
As you may be aware, the Schengen visa is valid in all European countries that are members of the Schengen Agreement. Germany is among the nations covered by the Schengen Agreement.
A German visa is a legal document that permits Indians to enter Germany. Indian people can get Schengen tourist visas that are valid for up to three months (90 days).
Before applying for a tourist visa, be sure you satisfy the visa criteria and have all necessary travel papers.
The processing period for a German tourist visa is 15 days, although it can often take up to 6-12 weeks.Ā
Visa Type | Cost |
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German Tourist visa for Adults | 80 EUR (approximately INR 7,300) |
Germany tourist visa for Children (ages 6 ā 12) | 40 EUR (approximately INR 3,500) |
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Currently, citizens of 62 countries can enter Germany visa-free for the purpose of tourism/visiting and business doing for periods shorter than 90 days within a 180-day period.
You can enter Germany for up to 90 days for business, tourism, or to family visit without a visa.
Entering the country with a short-stay (Schengen) visa, e.g. for tourist purposes, does not entitle the holder to take up employment in Germany.