Temporary Visa

Documents Required

It is strongly recommended to submit a complete set of documents as outlined below. All documents must be recent (not older than one month) and presented as originals along with photocopies. Documents not issued in German, English, Spanish, or French must include a certified translation into one of these languages.

Application Form:

• Printed and signed visa application form (Videx online application form, including the barcode page).
• A separate application form is required for each applicant, including children.

Passport:

• Valid original passport signed by the holder, issued within the last 10 years.
  • Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended period of stay in Germany.
  • Must have at least two consecutive blank pages (i.e., a blank double page spread).

UK Residency:

• UKVI Immigration/E-Visa and Share Code for “right to work” or “Prove your immigration status”
  • For all non-UK passport holders.

Photographs:

• Two UK passport-sized photos, 35 x 45 mm in size, taken on a white or off-white background (no digital alterations).

Employer’s Documentation:

• Employer’s declaration (“Erklärung zum Beschäftigungsverhältnis”) completed by your employer.
• Two copies of the job description, if not included within the employer’s declaration.
• Confirmation of pre-approval (“Vorabzustimmung”) by the Federal Employment Agency (original and one copy), if available.

Proof of Qualifications (if required):

• For academic professionals:
  • Original academic degree certificate or an officially certified copy, along with a certified translation if not in German, English, or French.
  • Print-outs from the official Anabin database showing that your degree and the awarding institution are recognized as comparable, OR a “Statement of Comparability for Foreign Higher Education Qualifications” issued by the Central Office for Foreign Education (ZAB).
• For non-academic professionals:
  • Original vocational qualification or an officially certified copy, with translation if necessary.\
  • Recognition notice regarding your professional qualification (original and one copy).

Professional Curriculum Vitae:

• An up-to-date academic/professional CV detailing your work history and qualifications.

Proof of Health Insurance:

• Confirmation of health insurance coverage that meets or exceeds the statutory German public health insurance standards (“gesetzliche Krankenversicherung”).
• The documentation must clearly state your name and the period of coverage.

Additional Documents for Accompanying Family Members (if applicable):

• A separate application form for each family member.
• Original passport of each family member with one photocopy of the biodata page.
• Valid UK residency for non-British family members.
• Two biometric passport photos per family member.
• Original marriage certificate (for spouses) or birth certificate (for children) with a certified translation if necessary.

Additional Information

• If you do not hold confirmation of pre-approval from the Federal Employment Agency, please apply directly with the German Mission that has jurisdiction over your place of residence.
• You may only take up employment once you have been issued a residence permit explicitly authorizing work.
• It is recommended that you contact the local immigration office as soon as possible after your arrival in Germany to secure a timely appointment for your Electronic Residence Permit.

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Visa Charges

Below is the fee structure for our visa services.

Standard Visa Processing Fees

Visa service charges are separate from official visa fees charged by the consulate.

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Need Assistance?

• +44 7700172135
• sales@germanyvisaonline.co.uk
• +44 2038832942