Application Process

1. Can I apply without submitting my passport?

No, your passport is the first document to be submitted during a visa application. Therefore, it should be submitted to our Visametric office to be delivered to the German Embassy/ Consulate General .

2. Why are my fingerprints required for a Schengen visa?

The German diplomatic representations in Kosovo were linked to the VIS central database on 25.09.2014. Since then, applicants are required to have their fingerprints scanned. The data obtained shall be used for European Visa Information System (VIS). Germany Visa Departments are bound by the said European regulation and responsible for its implementation.

3. Where are my fingerprints scanned?

Your fingerprints are scanned at Visametric offices during personal application.

4. Should I have to provide fingerprints for each Schengen visa application?

No, fingerprints taken during the visa processes of Schengen countries are valid for 59 months. In exceptional cases,Visametric may need to take your fingerprints again pursuant to the requests of the German Embassy.

5. Can I come to Visametric for application without making an appointment?

An appointment is required to submit an application. Applications without an appointment will not be accepted..

6. Where can I pay the visa fee and Visametric service fee?

The visa fees for all trips up to 90 days (Schengen) are to be paid in the Visametric branch after completing the application. The service fee is to be paid when booking the appointment.

7. Where can I find the visa and Visametric Coordination (service) fees?

You can find the information regarding visa and service fees on our website in the Fees section.

8. Are there any differences in visa fees or Visametric service fees when fingerprints are not provided?

Whether you have provided fingerprints or not it has no effect on the visa and service fees.

9. Should I come to Visametric office personally?

The German diplomatic representations in Kosovo were linked to the VIS central database on 25.09.2014. Since then, applicants are required to have their fingerprints scanned. In exceptional cases, the Embassy may request fingerprints again. You can find more information about the application process on our website in the Submission/collection process section.

10. In which cases can a visa application be made at a VisaMetric branch?

You can apply to Visametric Pristina if your main travel destination is Germany and you have your habitual residence in Kosovo.

11. Will my application be accepted, if it is not complete?

Incomplete applications can only be accepted by Visametric with a sign statement of the applicant.

However, we recommend that you submit your application with complete documents.