Germany Visa

Germany Schengen Tourist Visa Assistance

From Berlin to Bavaria — Start Your Germany Journey With Confidence.

Planning a holiday to Germany? Garnet Tourism can make your Schengen visa preparation easier. Our team helps check your documents, organise your application file, review your travel arrangements and guide you through the applicable visa process.

End-to-End Visa Assistance Document Checking & Preparation Dedicated UAE-Based Support

Germany Tourist Visa Required Documents

The exact requirements depend on your nationality, employment, UAE residence and travel circumstances. Garnet Tourism will review your profile and guide you on the applicable checklist.

Completed Schengen visa application form in English or German
Valid passport signed by the passport holder
Passport issued within the last 10 years
Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended end of the journey / requested visa period
At least two free visa pages in the passport
Previous passport where applicable
Two recent biometric photographs, 3.5 × 4.5 cm, not older than 6 months
Copy of passport personal-data page and signature page
Valid UAE residence permit for UAE-based foreign nationals
UAE residence should generally remain valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended end of the journey / requested visa period
Emirates ID copy where applicable
Copies of previous Schengen visas where applicable
Travel medical insurance valid throughout the Schengen area
Minimum medical insurance coverage of €30,000 including repatriation
Flight reservation / travel itinerary
Hotel or accommodation reservation with full booking details
Employer / sponsor letter with employment, salary, leave and travel-purpose information
Valid trade licence copy for investors / company partners where applicable
Financial documents and bank statements as applicable to the applicant's profile
Additional documents for minors where applicable
Additional supporting documents may be requested depending on the individual application
Simple Process With Garnet Tourism
1
Send Us Your Details

Share your passport copy, UAE residence details, employment information, travel dates and intended Germany itinerary with Garnet Tourism.

2
We Prepare & Review

Our team checks the applicable requirements and helps organise your application information, supporting documents and travel file.

3
We Guide You Until Completion

Garnet Tourism guides you through the applicable appointment and submission process and advises you about mandatory personal requirements.

Why Garnet Tourism

Germany Visa Preparation Made Easier.

A strong application starts with complete, organised and consistent documentation. Garnet Tourism helps you prepare your Germany tourist visa file before the required submission stage.

Profile Review

We check your travel purpose, nationality, UAE residence and overall applicant profile.

ID
Document Preparation

We help organise your required application and supporting documents.

Travel Support

Garnet Tourism can also assist with applicable flights, hotels and travel arrangements.

Germany Tourist Visa

Short-Stay Schengen Visa for Germany

A short-stay Schengen visa can allow eligible visa-required travellers to visit Germany and the Schengen area for up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

Visa Type Schengen Short-Stay Visa
Maximum Short Stay Up to 90 Days in 180 Days
Purpose Tourism & Holiday
Main Destination

Germany Should Be Your Main Schengen Destination.

Germany is responsible for your Schengen application when Germany is your main destination, such as when you intend to spend the longest part of your Schengen trip in Germany.

Visiting several Schengen countries?

Send Garnet Tourism your complete itinerary. Our team can review your travel plan and guide you on the appropriate Schengen application route.

Passport Requirements

Check Your Passport Before Starting.

Your passport must meet the applicable Schengen requirements before your Germany visa application can be prepared.

Passport Age Issued Within Last 10 Years
Validity At Least 3 Months Beyond Intended End of Journey
Visa Pages At Least 2 Free Pages
Biometric Photos

Prepare Two Recent Visa Photographs.

Current Germany tourism requirements in the UAE specify two recent biometric passport photographs.

Quantity 2 Photographs
Size 3.5 × 4.5 cm
Age Not Older Than 6 Months
For UAE Residents

Applying for Your Germany Visa From the UAE?

UAE-based foreign nationals should prepare their valid UAE residence documentation together with the required passport and application documents.

Residence Valid UAE Residence Permit
Residence Validity Generally 3 Months Beyond Intended End of Journey
Identity Emirates ID Where Applicable
Employment Documents

Prepare Your Employer or Sponsor Letter.

Current Germany tourism requirements ask employed applicants for a letter from their local employer or sponsor containing important employment and travel information.

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Employment Details

Position and employment starting date should be included.

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Salary & Leave

Salary and approved leave period should be stated.

03
Travel Purpose

The letter should identify the purpose of the trip.

Business Owners

Self-Employed, Investor or Company Partner?

Investors and company partners should prepare the applicable business and trade licence documentation supporting their UAE professional status.

Business Valid Trade Licence
Position Ownership / Partnership Evidence
Financial Supporting Financial Documents
Financial Documents

Show That Your Germany Trip Is Financially Supported.

Financial documents should support your ability to cover your intended trip and should be consistent with your employment and travel circumstances.

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Bank Statements

Prepare the applicable recent financial statements for your profile.

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Income

Salary and employment information should be consistent with your file.

03
Trip Expenses

Your financial profile should reasonably support the proposed trip.

Travel Medical Insurance

Schengen Travel Insurance Is Required.

The insurance must be valid for the entire requested visa period and throughout all Schengen countries.

Coverage Minimum €30,000
Territory All Schengen Countries
Requirement Medical + Repatriation Coverage
Credit-card medical insurance is not accepted under the current Germany UAE tourism checklist.

Garnet Tourism can guide you on the applicable travel insurance requirement for your visa file.

Accommodation

Prepare Your Germany Accommodation Details.

Your hotel or accommodation booking should clearly support the itinerary submitted with your application.

Hotel Valid Accommodation Reservation
Details Full Address & Contact Information
Booking Reservation Reference
Travel Itinerary

Prepare a Clear Flight & Travel Plan.

A flight reservation and travel itinerary form part of the Germany tourist visa supporting documents. Your dates should remain consistent throughout the application file.

Flights Flight Reservation
Itinerary Clear Travel Dates
Garnet Tourism Travel Arrangement Assistance
Multiple Schengen Countries

Planning Germany Plus Other European Destinations?

A Schengen visa can cover travel across the Schengen area, but the application should be lodged with the country responsible for your main destination.

Send us your full itinerary before starting.

Garnet Tourism can review your Germany and European travel plan and help identify the appropriate application route.

Travelling With Children

Additional Requirements Apply to Minors.

Applicants under 18 may need additional parental, legal guardianship and consent documents depending on who is travelling with the child.

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Application Form

The applicable parent or guardian signatures are required.

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Parental Documents

Parent passport and residence copies may be required.

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Consent

Consent and legal relationship documents may apply.

Appointment & Submission

Garnet Tourism Prepares You for the Required Submission Process.

Germany Schengen applications in the UAE are submitted by appointment through the applicable Germany Visa Application Centre. Garnet Tourism helps prepare and review your application before this mandatory submission stage.

Dubai & Northern Emirates Applicable Dubai Visa Application Centre
Abu Dhabi & Al Ain Applicable Abu Dhabi Visa Application Centre
Garnet Tourism Preparation & Appointment Guidance
Biometrics

Personal Attendance May Be Required.

Depending on the applicant's age and previous biometric history, fingerprints or other personal submission requirements may apply.

Garnet Tourism will prepare and guide you.

Where fingerprints or personal attendance are required, the applicant must personally complete that mandatory step. Garnet Tourism will guide you on what to bring and how to prepare.

When to Apply

You Can Prepare Your Germany Visa Well Ahead of Travel.

Germany currently allows Schengen visa applications to be submitted up to six months before the intended travel date.

Earliest Application Up to 6 Months Before Travel
Recommendation Prepare Early
Garnet Tourism Start With a Profile Review
Processing Time

Germany Schengen Visa Processing Can Take Up to 15 Days.

The German Visa Section states that processing can take up to 15 days. Individual applications may require additional review or documents.

Standard Guidance Up to 15 Days
Additional Review May Take Longer
Planning Apply Early
Visa Assistance Price

Germany Visa Assistance Starting From AED 700

Garnet Tourism helps make your Germany tourist visa preparation easier with application guidance, document checking and travel support.

Garnet Assistance Starting From AED 700
Documents Checklist & Review
Support Application Guidance
AED 700 is Garnet Tourism's visa-assistance starting price.

Government visa fees, visa application centre service charges, insurance, courier, translation and other third-party charges may be separate unless specifically included in your confirmed quotation.

Discover Germany

Historic Cities. Fairytale Castles. Alpine Adventures.

Explore Berlin's landmarks, Munich and Bavaria, the Black Forest, Rhine Valley, historic towns and Germany's famous Christmas markets.

Berlin History, Culture & City Life
Bavaria Castles, Mountains & Countryside
Beyond Rhine Valley, Forests & Historic Towns
Good to Know

Germany Tourist Visa Questions

Can Garnet Tourism assist with my Germany tourist visa?

Yes. Garnet Tourism can assist with your Germany Schengen tourist visa preparation, document checking, travel arrangements and guidance through the applicable process.

How much is Garnet Tourism's Germany visa assistance?

Germany visa assistance starts from AED 700. Government, visa application centre and other third-party charges may be separate unless included in your confirmed quotation.

How long can I stay with a Schengen short-stay visa?

A Schengen short-stay visa can allow eligible travellers to stay for up to 90 days within any 180-day period, subject to the visa issued and applicable immigration rules.

When should I apply through Germany?

Germany should generally be responsible for the application when Germany is your main destination, such as when it is where you will spend the longest part of your Schengen trip.

How long should my passport be valid?

The Germany UAE tourism checklist requires the passport to remain valid for at least three months beyond the intended end of the journey / requested visa period, and it must have been issued within the previous 10 years.

How many blank passport pages are required?

The passport should contain at least two free visa pages.

How many photos do I need?

Current Germany tourism requirements list two recent biometric photographs measuring 3.5 × 4.5 cm and not older than six months.

Do I need travel insurance?

Yes. Travel medical insurance should cover the entire requested period and all Schengen countries, with minimum coverage of €30,000 and repatriation.

Do I need a hotel booking?

The current tourism checklist requires valid accommodation information with the applicable address, contact and reservation details.

Do I need a flight reservation?

Yes. A flight reservation / travel itinerary forms part of the current tourism checklist.

Do I need an employment letter?

Employed applicants should prepare the applicable employer or sponsor letter stating information such as position, employment start date, salary, leave period and travel purpose.

What if I own my company?

Investors and company partners should prepare the applicable valid trade licence and supporting professional documentation.

Can I apply from the UAE?

Eligible UAE residents can apply from the UAE. The applicable UAE residence documentation should be included in the visa file.

Where are Germany Schengen applications submitted in the UAE?

Germany uses its external visa application service provider in the UAE. Dubai and Northern Emirates residents use the applicable Dubai application centre, while Abu Dhabi and Al Ain residents use the applicable Abu Dhabi centre. Garnet Tourism will guide you on the required process.

Do I need to attend personally?

Personal attendance may be required for biometrics or other mandatory submission requirements. Garnet Tourism can prepare and guide you, while mandatory personal steps must be completed by the applicant.

How early can I apply?

Germany currently allows Schengen applications to be submitted up to six months before travel.

How long does Germany visa processing take?

The German Visa Section states that processing can take up to 15 days. Individual cases may take longer where further review or documents are required.

Does Garnet Tourism guarantee visa approval?

No. Garnet Tourism provides visa-document, application and travel assistance. The final decision is made solely by the competent German authorities.

Germany Schengen Tourist Visa Disclaimer: Germany visa requirements, eligibility, supporting documents, biometrics, visa validity and permitted stay depend on the applicant's nationality, UAE residence, purpose of travel and individual circumstances. Garnet Tourism provides visa-document, application preparation and travel assistance. Where personal attendance, biometric collection or another mandatory applicant step is required, Garnet Tourism will prepare and guide the customer through the process, while the applicant must personally complete that requirement. The advertised AED 700 starting price represents Garnet Tourism's visa-assistance service. Government visa fees, visa application centre charges, insurance, courier, translation and other third-party expenses may be separate unless specifically included in the confirmed quotation. Garnet Tourism cannot guarantee visa approval, processing time, visa validity, number of entries, permitted stay, boarding or admission into Germany or another Schengen country. Final visa decisions remain solely with the competent German authorities. Requirements, fees and procedures may change.

Germany Is Calling. Let Garnet Tourism Handle the Visa Preparation.

Send us your passport nationality, UAE residence, employment details and travel dates. Garnet Tourism will review your profile and help prepare your Germany Schengen tourist visa application.