Germany

Germany Visa Requirements, Fees & Application Guide

Q: Do Singapore passport holders need a visa for Germany?

No. Singaporeans are visa-exempt for up to 90 days in the Schengen area; they will need an ETIAS once it launches (expected 2027).

Q: Do Indian passport holders need a visa for Germany?

Yes. Indians must obtain a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa in advance through the German mission and VFS Global.

Q: How much is the German Schengen visa?

EUR 80 for adults, EUR 40 for children 6-12, free under 6, plus VFS service fee and insurance.

Q: Does Germany offer visa on arrival or e-visa?

No. There is no visa on arrival and no e-visa; the Schengen visa must be secured before travel.

Q: How do I complete the German visa form?

Fill in the VIDEX online form, print and sign it, then submit it with your documents and biometrics at your appointment.

Q: How long does a Germany Schengen visa take?

Typically 15 calendar days after the appointment, sometimes longer in peak season. Apply at least 15 days before travel.

Q: Which Schengen country do I apply to?

Apply to Germany if it is your main destination (most nights) or your first point of entry when nights are evenly split.

Q: Is medical travel insurance required?

Yes. Insurance covering at least EUR 30,000 for the entire Schengen stay is mandatory.

Many nationalities enter Germany visa-free — check your passport in seconds, or let us confirm it.

Flat fee per applicant · government fee paid separately

Licensed Singapore agency (TA04014) Government-sourced Verified 19 August 2026

Germany visa at a glance

Government visa fee: Free (ETIAS €20 once launched)
Processing time: Usually within 15 calendar days; can extend to 30-45 days. Apply up to 6 months ahead, at least 15 days before travel.
Validity: Per entry
Maximum stay: 90 days in any 180-day period (all Schengen combined)
Visa required?: Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20) not yet live — expected Q4 2026.
Arrival card: None — EES fingerprints & photo at first entry

Official government fees are paid to the authorities and are separate from any HolidaySG service fee. Application support from a licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).

Do you need a visa for Germany?

Travellers from Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180. can generally enter Germany without a visa. Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20) not yet live — expected Q4 2026.

Who does NOT need a visa

Passport holders from Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180. do not require a visa for Germany for eligible short visits. Always confirm your passport type and length of stay against the official source before travelling.

Reviewed against official government sources (German Embassy Singapore (Federal Foreign Office)) · Last verified 19 August 2026 · HolidaySG — licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).

Official Germany visa options

Verified from government sources · 19 Aug 2026

Visa on arrival: No e-Visa: No

Schengen visa exemption (ETIAS pending)

Official fee: Free (ETIAS €20 once launched)

Validity: Per entry
Max stay: 90 days in any 180-day period (all Schengen combined)
Processing time: On arrival — EES biometric registration (fully operational since 10 Apr 2026)
Where to apply: No application yet

Who needs it: Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20) not yet live — expected Q4 2026.

Visa-free: Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180.

Required documents

Passport valid ≥3 months beyond departure, issued <10 yrs
Return ticket
Accommodation proof
Sufficient funds (~€45/day)
Travel insurance recommended

Arrival card: None — EES fingerprints & photo at first entry

No employment permitted.

Source: German Embassy Singapore (Federal Foreign Office) · verified 16 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)

Official fee: 80 EUR adult; 40 EUR child 6-12; under 6 free

Validity: Single or multiple entry; total stay max 90 days per 180-day period
Max stay: 90 days
Time to verify: At VFS/consulate appointment (biometrics)
Time to approval: Usually within 15 calendar days; can extend to 30-45 days. Apply up to 6 months ahead, at least 15 days before travel.
Processing time: Usually within 15 calendar days; can extend to 30-45 days. Apply up to 6 months ahead, at least 15 days before travel.
Where to apply: https://videx.diplo.de/videx/desktop/index.html#start

Who needs it: Visa-required nationals including Indian passport holders where Germany is the main destination or first entry point, for tourism, family/friends visit or business up to 90 days in 180.

Required documents

Completed and signed application form
Valid passport (3+ months validity beyond stay, 2 blank pages)
Two biometric photos
Travel medical insurance min EUR 30,000
Confirmed flight itinerary (round trip)
Proof of accommodation (hotel/invitation)
Proof of financial means
Employment/business proof
Cover letter with itinerary

Arrival card: None — EES

Extra charges: VFS Global service fee; mandatory travel insurance (min EUR 30,000); optional premium services

Apply to the main-destination country.

Source: VFS Global — German Embassy Singapore · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Need help applying? HolidaySG handles the paperwork end-to-end.

Germany visa — frequently asked questions