Basic Travel Requirements for Algerians visiting
Germany
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a German Visa.
- Original passport with a validity of 3 months after the intended date of stay in Germany.
- The passport must have two blank pages for necessary stamps.
- Correctly filled and signed Germany visa application by the applicant is required.
- One colored identity passport photograph. The photograph must be taken with a white background.
- Statement from the applicant’s bank accounts in Algeria from the previous three months prior to the visa application.
- Travel insurance must be valid for the whole duration of stay in Germany.
- The insurance which has sufficient coverage for medical and repatriation costs in case of accident or sickness.
- The insurance must have a minimum coverage of €30,000.
- Receipt of payment which shows that payment has been made for the visa.
- Certificate of accommodation, confirmed hotel reservation, proof of rental which shows that you indeed have a place to stay during your visit to Germany.
- Travel itinerary showing dates of arrival and departure from Germany.
Germany Visa for Algerians
Facts about Germany
Visiting Germany is a vacation worth taking for every traveler. Asides from being one of the safest travel destinations in the world, the country is rich in history, culture, outdoor activities, and of course its cities. The country is home to the world’s leading trade fairs, the ITB Berlin. Also, the Oktoberfest which takes place in Munich between September and October is one of the main events which draws a lot of tourists to the country. The Oktoberfest draws as much as 6 million tourists to the country yearly. Tourists in the country also have the liberty of engaging in winter sports like alpine skiing, snowboarding, bobsledding, and cross-country skiing in various regions in the country.
Germany is the ninth most visited country in the world. In 2012, over 30.4 million international tourists visited the country bringing over $38 billion in international tourism. The tourism industry is responsible for contributing 4.5% of the German GDP and provides 2 million jobs. The number of visitors is expected to increase significantly in the years to come.
Travelers are not allowed to enter or leave the country with more than €10,000 or its equivalent in any currency.
Types of Germany Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 15 business days | 90 days |
| Business visa | 15 business days | 90 days |
| Official visa | 15 business days | 90 days |
| Medical visa | 15 business days | More than 90 days |
| Student visa | 15 business days | More than 90 days |
General Requirements for Germany Visa
- Original passport with a validity of 3 months after the intended date of stay in Germany.
- The passport must have two blank pages for necessary stamps.
- Correctly filled and signed Germany visa application by the applicant is required.
- One colored identity passport photograph. The photograph must be taken with a white background.
- Statement from the applicant’s bank accounts in Algeria from the previous three months prior to the visa application.
- Travel insurance must be valid for the whole duration of stay in Germany.
- The insurance which has sufficient coverage for medical and repatriation costs in case of accident or sickness.
- The insurance must have a minimum coverage of €30,000.
- Receipt of payment which shows that payment has been made for the visa.
- Certificate of accommodation, confirmed hotel reservation, proof of rental which shows that you indeed have a place to stay during your visit to Germany.
- Travel itinerary showing dates of arrival and departure from Germany.
Germany Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The German tourist visa is issued to Algerians who have the intention of exploring the tourist attractions in the country.
- The tourist visa also gives permission to foreigners to visit friends or family members in Germany.
- A valid passport with at least six months of validity from the date of arrival in Germany is required.
- Two recent 2 x 2 passport-sized photographs taken against a white background are required.
- An entry stamp to prove that the applicant is entering the country legally is required.
- The visa stamp should be affixed on the blank pages in the original Algeria passport.
- Recent bank statements showing proof of sufficient funds for the entire duration of stay.
- Proof of medical insurance to cover the entire duration of stay should be submitted.
- An invitation letter from the host in Germany stating the relationship with the applicant and the duration of stay in Germany is required.
- Applicant travelling with a tourist organization should provide the proof certificate of registration with the tourism company or invitation letter from a tour organization.
- Proof of accommodation or hotel reservation is mandatory.
- Applicants must not overstay visa duration of stay in Germany.
- Minors traveling without supervision or with a single parent are required to a parental authorization signed by both parents, as well as a copy of the passport of both parents.
- All the documents to be submitted during the visa application process that is in Arabic are to be translated to either the English language, French, or German.
- This visa does not entitle you to take up employment in Germany for the duration of your time there.
Germany Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The business visa is issued to foreigners who have the intention of engaging in business activities, attending trade fairs, and conferences while in Germany.
- An original letter of invitation from the German business partner or company should be provided.
- The invitation must be duly signed by an authorized signatory of the company.
- The letter must indicate the date of arrival and the duration of the business trip.
- The applicant’s reason for the visit must also be stated.
- Previous contracts, invoices, and correspondences that show that there have been commercial dealings or trade relationships between the companies involved should be provided.
- Foreigners who have the intention of attending a trade fair or conference in Germany should attach their invitation to the trade fair or conference with other required documents.
- Applicants who are not of Algerian origin are required to present a copy of their Algerian residence permit.
- A business cover letter from the applicant’s employer stating that the applicant is of good conduct and awareness of the required business leave.
- Ensure that the English, German or French translation of all the documents that are in Arabic to be submitted is attached to the original copy of the document.
Germany Official Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The eligible applicants of the Official Visa are those traveling to Germany for a short period of time for only official reasons.
- Applicants of this visa must provide an official letter or mission order which bears their name, official function, recruitment date, purpose, and duration of their visit.
- The official letter provided must guarantee that all the expenses of the visa applicant will be duly covered.
- This official visa does not allow applicants to enroll in an institution of learning to take up a part-time or full-time course of study.
- Taking up permanent residence in Germany with this visa type will be a violation of the German laws.
- You may be requested to provide additional documents by the German Embassy and also, a visa interview may be requested.
- English or French translations should be attached to documents that were originally issued in Arabic.
- If the applicant is not a citizen of Algeria, a copy of the applicant’s Algerian residence card should be provided.
- The residence card should have a validity of a minimum of 3 months after the expiry of the Official Visa.
Germany Medical Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
Germany Student Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The student visa is issued to students applicants visiting Germany of continuing their education in any of the academic institutions of learning in Germany.
- A letter of acceptance which may be used as a proof of enrollment in a school or university in Germany should be provided.
- Students must provide proof of prepayment of the tuition fee of the institution they have been enrolled in.
- Foreign students are required to provide proof of their proficiency in their knowledge of German and English language and the reason for the choice of the studies.
- Applicants are required to provide copies of the previous certificates of schooling and student card.
- If you are under the age of 18 years and are traveling with one or none of your parents, parental authorization and a copy of the passport of both parents are required.
- If the guardianship does not return to the father, authorization of the guardian and proof of the guardianship should be provided.
- Algerian residence cards with a validity of a minimum of 3 months should be provided by applicants who are not citizens of Algeria.
- Applicants are expected to provide proof of confirmed accommodation for the duration of your study in Germany.
- If the duration of your study program exceeds three months, you are required to make a declaration of entry within the first three months of your arrival in Germany.
Germany Visa Fees
Tourist visa
60.00 (EUR)
Business visa
60.00 (EUR)
Official visa
60.00 (EUR)
Medical visa
60.00 (EUR)
Student visa
99.00 (EUR)
Germany Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Algeria
Algiers
Elíseo Canton 1870 Barrio Villa Paez X5003AHB Alger Algeria
www.algier.dipl.de
ambassadealemagne@djazair.conect.com
(+213) (21) 74 19 41