Schengen Visa (for stay up to 90 days)
The new Visa Code will enter into force as from 02.02.2020.
For persons applying for a Schengen visa from that date onwards, the main changes worldwide are as follows:
• From 02.02.2020, applications can be submitted six months before the start of the trip. Up to now, applications could be submitted a maximum of three months before the start of the trip.
• Applications should be submitted at least 15 calendar days before the start of the planned trip.
• From 02.02.2020 the fee for processing a visa application is 80 Euro or for children between 6 and 12 years 40 Euro. Visas for children under 6 years of age are free of charge
According to Schengen rules, applicants have to apply for a visa in the country which can be identified as the main destination of their journey. In case Germany is not the main destination, the applicant should apply for a visa at a relevant Diplomatic Representation.
Due to the changes in the Visa Code you can find new application form by clicking here.
Before the submission:
- Prepare all the required documents.
- Book an appointment.
- Check your Administrative district.
- Visit VisaMetric office on the appointed day and time.
Submission process:
- Reviewing of the provided documents and biometric data collection take place in one of the VisaMetric offices; applications will then be forwarded to the relevant Diplomatic Mission.
- Kindly note that VisaMetric is able to provide additional services as listed here.
After the submission:
- You can track you application on our website.
- During the submission process you can opt for the delivery of the passport by a designated courier service company. After your application has been reviewed by the Embassy/Consulate, your passport will be delivered to the address provided by you.