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Visa Requirements for Germany

10 nationalities that may need a visa for Germany

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Who Needs a Visa for Germany?

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Bangladeshi

Schengen Type C

15–30 business days
$80
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Egyptian

Schengen Type C

15–30 business days
$80
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Filipino

Schengen Type C

15–30 business days
$80
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Indian

Schengen Type C

15–30 business days
$80
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Indonesian

Schengen Type C

15–30 business days
$80
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Malaysian

Schengen Type C

10–15 business days
$80
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Nigerian

Schengen Type C

15–30 business days
$80
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Pakistani

Schengen Type C

15–30 business days
$80
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Thai

Schengen Type C

10–15 business days
$80
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Vietnamese

Schengen Type C

15–30 business days
$80

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Confirm the responsible German mission, the correct Schengen application location, and the current document format before booking an appointment.

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Route data last refreshed: Sep 1, 2026. Always verify time-sensitive details with the linked authority or reference source.

Traveling to Germany — Who Needs a Visa?

Planning a trip to Germany? Whether you need a visa — and how hard it is to get one — depends on the passport you hold. Some nationalities have a relatively easy time, while others face more scrutiny and longer processing times.

The list above shows every nationality we have data for traveling to Germany. You can see the visa type, indicative processing time, and fee where available. Click any route to get the full breakdown of required documents and route-specific preparation notes.