Visa Requirements

U. S. Citizens 

For a stay of less than 90 days, US citizens do not need a visa for tourist or business travel to this country, but a valid US Passport with 6 months remaining is required.

 Tourist Visa

Non U. S. Citizens 

1. A valid, signed US passport. The passport must have at least 6 months remaining after the completion of your stay in Germany, and contain at least one blank visa page.
2. Two (2) fully completed, signed and notarized Germany Visa Applications
3. Two (2) passport photographs
4. Original US Alien Registration Card (Green Card) or valid US visa stamped in passport with original I-94 Card.
5. Copy of Round-Trip Airline Tickets
6. Copy of Hotel Confirmation showing accommodations for entire duration of stay
7. Proof of Health and Travel/Accident insurance (may be stated in your employer letter ie., “Mr. Smith is in possession of international medical health insurance.”)
8. Proof of Sufficient Funds for Support (ie., copy of most recent bank statement)

Business Visa

1. A valid, signed US passport. The passport must have at least 6 months remaining after the completion of your stay in Germany, and contain at least one blank visa page.
2. Two (2) fully completed, signed and notarized Germany Visa Applications
3. Two (2) passport photographs
4. Original US Alien Registration Card (Green Card) or valid US visa stamped in passport with original I-94 Card.
5. Copy of Round-Trip Airline Tickets
6. Copy of Hotel Confirmation showing accommodations for entire duration of stay
7. Proof of Health and Travel/Accident insurance (may be stated in your employer letter ie., “Mr. Smith is in possession of international medical health insurance.”)
8. Proof of Sufficient Funds for Support (ie., copy of most recent bank statement)
9. Invitation from host/company in Germany
10. A business letter of introduction and financial responsibility is required to be typed on your company letterhead and addressed to: Embassy of Germany, Visa Section, Washington, DC. This letter must be signed by a company officer other than the traveler, and should:
    1. state the nature of business to be performed;
    2. include the name and address of the company to be visited;
    3. guarantee sufficient financial support during visit; and
    4. guarantee return transportation to the US for the applicant.

Fees

In addition to the standard Iratex fees, the following consular fees apply: