# Germany visa for Nepali citizens

> Germany visa for Nepali citizens: tourist & e-visa requirements, fees, processing time. Apply online with Yatra For Fun.

Nepali passport holders visiting Germany as tourists use the Schengen Short-Stay Visa. Processing time: Minimum 10 working days at the German Embassy Kathmandu. Apply through German Embassy Kathmandu — direct visa intake.

- **Visa route (tourist):** Visa required — Schengen short-stay visa
- **Canonical page:** https://yatraforfun.com/visa/germany
- **Last reviewed:** 2026-04-26

## Embassy / mission

- **Mission:** Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany — Kathmandu
- **Address:** Gyaneshwor, Kathmandu, Nepal (P.O. Box 226)
- **Phone:** +977 1 4217200
- **Email:** info@kathmandu.diplo.de, visa@kathmandu.diplo.de
- **Hours:** Mon–Thu 08:00–16:30, Fri 08:00–13:30 (consular by appointment ONLY via service2.diplo.de). Visa enquiries by phone: Wednesdays 14:00–15:00 only (extension 33). NO walk-in for visa intake — appointments only.
- **Application centre:** German Embassy Kathmandu (Gyaneshwor) — direct visa intake; biometric capture on-premises — Gyaneshwor, Kathmandu (north of the former Royal Palace area). Direct intake at the Embassy by appointment only — Schengen Type C and National Type D applications submitted in person at the Embassy. Book appointment at service2.diplo.de (select location code "kath"). Strict 1-appointment-per-person rule; non-attendance triggers automatic 30-day blocking from re-booking.
- **Online portal:** https://videx.diplo.de — VIDEX (Online Visa Application Pre-fill — mandatory step for ALL German visa categories) · https://service2.diplo.de — Embassy appointment booking (location code "kath" for Kathmandu) · https://kathmandu.diplo.de/np-en/service/01-visaeinreise — German Embassy Kathmandu visa policy · https://www.make-it-in-germany.com — Federal Government skilled-worker portal (Type D: EU Blue Card, IT Specialist, Opportunity Card / Chancenkarte) · https://anabin.kmk.org — Anabin database (foreign-degree recognition for German universities + professional licensing)
- **Payment:** Visa fee paid in CASH NEPALI RUPEES at the Embassy counter at the time of submission — exchange rate set monthly by the Embassy. NO card / digital payment / Demand Draft accepted. Applicants must bring exact-change NPR equivalent of the EUR fee on the appointment day.

## Visa categories

### Tourist — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Tourism / Visit

**Purpose:** Tourism, sightseeing, leisure travel, family / friends visit, short medical treatment, language courses (≤ 3 months) within Germany and the wider Schengen Area.
**Stay duration:** Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period.
**Validity:** Up to 5 years multi-entry depending on travel history; first-time applicants typically receive single- or double-entry sticker matched to the trip.
**Entries:** Single (1), Double (2), or Multiple (MULT).
**Processing time:** Minimum 10 working days at the German Embassy Kathmandu; up to 30 days in justified cases; max 45 days when extra documentation is requested.
**How to apply:** Fill VIDEX online at videx.diplo.de -> print and sign -> book Embassy appointment at service2.diplo.de (location code "kath") -> attend appointment with all supporting documents + EUR fee in cash NPR + biometric capture on-premises -> wait for Embassy decision -> courier passport collection at VFS Germany Pulchowk OR direct collection at Embassy.
**Financial requirement:** Bank statement (last 3 months) showing capacity for the trip — recommended ending balance NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)+ for a typical 7–14-day Schengen-area trip — plus 3-year Income Tax Returns and an international credit card with 3-month statement. German consular officers reference EUR 50/day (with prepaid accommodation) OR EUR 90/day (without) as the per-diem benchmark.

**Required documents:**

- VIDEX-generated visa application form (signed) — Filled online at videx.diplo.de; printed and signed by hand. Generates a barcode for embassy intake.
- Nepali passport (issued within last 10 years; ≥ 3 months validity beyond visa expiry; ≥ 2 blank back-to-back pages) — Plus photocopies of front + last + every used page of the current passport AND last 2 old passports.
- Two passport-size photos (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old, biometric standard) — Color, glossy, neutral expression, head 70–80 % of frame, no glasses / hats / patterned background.
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage) — Covers urgent medical, hospitalisation, and repatriation throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay.
- Confirmed return air ticket (reservation only at file-prep stage) — Yatra dummy ticket (NPR 999) acceptable.
- Confirmed accommodation in Germany for the entire stay — Hotel booking, private rental contract, or "Verpflichtungserklärung" (formal invitation) by German host with sponsor details from local Foreigners' Authority.
- Detailed travel itinerary (locations, duration per location) — If multi-Schengen trip, Germany must be the main destination (longest stay) for the visa to be filed at this Embassy.
- Cover letter explaining purpose of trip — Addressed to the Visa Officer, German Embassy Kathmandu; outlines who, why, where, when, who funds the trip, and why you will return.
- Bank statement (last 3 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended) — Original on bank letterhead, signed and stamped, in English.
- Income Tax Returns (last 3 years, personal + company as applicable) — Notarised English translations.
- International credit card copy + last 3 months statement *(conditional)* — Strengthens financial profile when bank balance is borderline.
- Proof of social / professional status — Employed: employer letter on letterhead. Self-employed: company registration + PAN. Student: institution leave letter + valid ID.
- Nepali citizenship certificate copy + birth certificate (notarised English / German translations + MoFA-apostilled)
- For visiting family / friends: Verpflichtungserklärung (formal invitation) from German host obtained at local Ausländerbehörde + host's status proof *(conditional)* — Verpflichtungserklärung commits the host to financial support and is the formal invitation document under § 68 AufenthG. Notarised at German Foreigners' Authority.
- Foreign-exchange purchase receipt OR passport endorsement *(conditional)* — Demonstrates funds being carried for the trip.
- Minor-only documents (if applicant < 18): birth certificate + notarised parental consent if travelling without both parents *(conditional)*
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- A multi-entry Schengen Type C visa with 2+ entries OR a Schengen residence permit removes the need for a separate German visa under standard Schengen reciprocity.
- Multi-entry sticker validity is at the Embassy's discretion — repeat travellers with a clean Schengen record can receive 1, 3, or 5-year multi-entry stamps.
- Visa fee in cash NPR ONLY at the Embassy counter — exchange rate set monthly. Bring exact change.
- WARNING: do NOT use third-party visa agencies — the Embassy explicitly discourages them and many Nepali agency-prepared files are refused.

### Business — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Business

**Purpose:** Business meetings, contract negotiations, conferences, exhibitions, training (≤ 3 months) — no employment in Germany or the wider Schengen Area.
**Stay duration:** Maximum 90 days within any 180-day period.
**Validity:** Up to 5 years multi-entry for repeat business profiles.
**Entries:** Single, Double, or Multiple.
**Processing time:** Minimum 10 working days; 5–7 days for fast-tracked invitations from established German inviters.
**How to apply:** VIDEX -> service2.diplo.de appointment -> Embassy intake with German inviter docs.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (VIDEX form, passport, photos, insurance, return ticket, cover letter)
- Letter of invitation from German company on company letterhead — Includes inviter's Handelsregister (Commercial Register) number, business activity, purpose of meeting, dates, and confirmation of who covers expenses.
- German inviter business registration extract (Handelsregister Auszug) — From the Companies Register operated by Bundesanzeiger / Handelsregister.de.
- Cover letter from Nepali employer (on letterhead, signed and stamped) — Confirms position, purpose of trip, dates approved as work-related travel, return-to-role commitment.
- Conference / event registration (if applicable) *(conditional)*
- Bank statement (last 3 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended)
- Income Tax Returns (last 3 years)
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (Business bundle most relevant for self-employed travellers)
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.

**Notes:**
- Business visitors do NOT need a work permit — but the activity must be commercial-meeting-style with primary remuneration outside Germany.
- For ongoing engagement (>90 days), apply for Type D under EU Blue Card, Skilled Worker (Section 18a/b), or IT Specialist (Section 19c).

### Family Visit — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Visit to Family or Friends

**Purpose:** Visiting family or friends resident in Germany.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days in 180.
**Validity:** 1–5 years multi-entry.
**Entries:** Single, Double, or Multiple.
**Processing time:** Minimum 10 working days.
**How to apply:** VIDEX + Embassy appointment with host-provided Verpflichtungserklärung.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (form, passport, photos, insurance, return ticket)
- Verpflichtungserklärung (formal invitation) issued by German host's local Ausländerbehörde under § 68 AufenthG — Host obtains this from the Foreigners' Authority where they live; commits the host to financial support including potential medical costs and repatriation. Notarised; original or certified copy submitted at the Embassy.
- Host's status proof: German ID (Personalausweis), passport, or residence permit copy
- Host's 3-month bank statement OR salary slips (proof of capacity to host)
- Cover letter from applicant explaining the relationship and visit purpose
- Bank statement (last 3 months) showing capacity to cover own incidental expenses
- Family-relationship proof: marriage / birth certificate (notarised English / German translations + MoFA-apostilled)
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Spouses and minor children of EU / EEA / German citizens are GRATIS — the consular fee is waived under Free Movement Directive 2004/38/EC. No Verpflichtungserklärung needed when applying as EU-citizen family member.
- For long-term family reunification (>90 days), apply for Type D Family Reunion (Familienzusammenführung) at German Embassy Kathmandu.

### Student — National Visa (Type D) — Studies / Studienkolleg / Language Course

**Purpose:** Full-time study at a recognised German higher-education institution (Bachelor's / Master's / PhD), Studienkolleg foundation course (1 year preparatory), OR language course > 3 months at a recognised provider.
**Stay duration:** Programme length; biometric residence-permit (Aufenthaltstitel) valid 1–2 years initially, renewable for full programme duration.
**Validity:** Single-entry visa for first arrival; multi-entry on Aufenthaltstitel residence card.
**Entries:** Single (entry); multiple via Aufenthaltstitel.
**Processing time:** Up to 4 months at German Embassy Kathmandu (Studies category is among the slower Type D paths due to Anabin verification + Studienkolleg checks).
**How to apply:** (1) Get accepted to a German institution + receive admission letter (Zulassungsbescheid); (2) open a German Sperrkonto (blocked account) at Deutsche Bank / Coracle / Fintiba / Expatrio; (3) deposit 1 year of living costs (EUR 11,904 for 2026, monthly EUR 992 unblock); (4) fill VIDEX + book Embassy appointment at service2.diplo.de; (5) attend Embassy appointment with all docs + biometrics + EUR 75 fee in NPR cash; (6) wait for Embassy decision; (7) collect entry visa; (8) within 90 days of arrival, apply for Aufenthaltstitel at local Ausländerbehörde.
**Financial requirement:** Sperrkonto deposit: EUR 11,904 / year (EUR 992/month unblock — figure for 2026, raised annually). Funds in applicant's OWN German blocked account at a Federal Government-recognised provider (Deutsche Bank, Fintiba, Expatrio, Coracle). Sponsor declarations + scholarship confirmations also accepted as alternative funds proof.

**Required documents:**

- VIDEX-generated National Visa (Type D) application form (signed)
- University / Studienkolleg / language-course admission letter from a recognised German institution — Must be a recognised Hochschule on the Anabin database (anabin.kmk.org).
- Proof of paid tuition for the first year OR scholarship confirmation — Tuition is FREE for both German + non-EU students at most public universities (only nominal Semesterbeitrag of EUR 100–350/semester for student services). Tuition fees apply only at private universities or for second-degree programmes. Bachelor's programmes in Baden-Württemberg charge EUR 1,500/semester for non-EU.
- Sperrkonto (blocked account) deposit proof: EUR 11,904+ in own German blocked account — Open account online from Nepal at Deutsche Bank / Fintiba / Expatrio / Coracle BEFORE Embassy appointment. Deposit confirmation + monthly unblock schedule (EUR 992/month).
- Confirmed accommodation in Germany (university dormitory contract OR private rental) *(conditional)* — Helpful but not strictly required — many students secure housing after arrival via Studentenwerk.
- German statutory health insurance (gesetzliche Krankenversicherung — TK / DAK / Mawista) for first year — Mandatory for all students; auto-enrolled when matriculating at the university.
- Academic transcripts + Diplomas / Degrees (notarised German / English translations + MoFA-apostilled) — SLC / SEE, +2, Bachelor's — every level completed. Anabin verification recommended (anabin.kmk.org).
- German / English proficiency certificate (per programme requirement) — IELTS Academic 6.0+ for English-medium Bachelor's; 6.5+ for Master's. German B1+ for Studienkolleg, B2/C1 (TestDaF / DSH) for German-medium degree programmes.
- TestAS (Test for Academic Studies) — required for some Bachelor's programmes *(conditional)* — Foreign-applicant aptitude test for non-EU Bachelor's applicants; required by Studienkolleg admissions in some Länder.
- Birth certificate + citizenship certificate (notarised German / English translations + MoFA-apostilled)
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA (≤ 6 months old, MoFA-apostilled) *(conditional)* — Often requested by Embassy for clarification.
- Statement of Purpose (SOP) explaining choice of programme and Germany
- ANY ONE income bundle for sponsor — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — Funds the Sperrkonto / tuition / living allowance.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Within 90 days of arrival, students must register at the local Ausländerbehörde for the Aufenthaltstitel (residence-permit card with biometrics). Failing this triggers a fine + risk of visa revocation.
- Aufenthaltstitel for Studies allows part-time work up to 140 full days OR 280 half-days per year — automatic right.
- After completing degree, graduates can apply for an 18-month Job-Search Aufenthaltstitel to find skilled employment in Germany. Conversion to EU Blue Card / Skilled Worker is the standard PR pathway.
- Common refusal grounds: doubts about study intent, weak SOP, unexplained funds source, prior Schengen / UK refusals, Anabin H- (non-recognised) Nepali degree status.

### Work — National Visa (Type D) — EU Blue Card / Skilled Worker / IT Specialist / Opportunity Card

**Purpose:** Salaried employment at a German employer. Multiple streams under the Skilled Immigration Act 2.0 (2024 reforms): EU Blue Card, Skilled Worker (Section 18a/b — degree + job offer), IT Specialist (Section 19c — 3+ years experience), Recognition Partnership (work + parallel qualification recognition), Opportunity Card / Chancenkarte (points-based job-search).
**Stay duration:** Tied to employment contract — typically 4 years on EU Blue Card, 2 years on Skilled Worker, 1 year on Opportunity Card (job-search).
**Validity:** Single-entry visa for first arrival; multi-entry on Aufenthaltstitel (residence-permit card).
**Entries:** Single (entry); multiple via Aufenthaltstitel.
**Processing time:** 1–4 months at German Embassy Kathmandu (depends on category): EU Blue Card ~30–60 days; Skilled Worker ~60–90 days; Opportunity Card ~30–45 days.
**How to apply:** (1) Receive job offer from German employer (or, for Opportunity Card, no offer needed — points-based qualification); (2) German employer obtains Federal Employment Agency (Bundesagentur für Arbeit / BA) approval where required; (3) applicant fills VIDEX + books Embassy appointment; (4) attends Embassy appointment with all docs + biometrics + EUR 75 fee; (5) waits for Embassy decision (in coordination with destination Ausländerbehörde); (6) collects entry visa; (7) within 90 days of arrival, applies for Aufenthaltstitel at local Ausländerbehörde.

**Required documents:**

- VIDEX-generated National Visa (Type D) application form (signed) — Specify scheme: EU Blue Card / Skilled Worker / IT Specialist / Opportunity Card.
- Employment contract from German employer — For all schemes EXCEPT Opportunity Card. Bilingual German + English; includes position, salary (≥ scheme threshold), duration, address of workplace.
- For EU Blue Card: salary documentation showing ≥ EUR 48,300/year gross (2026 standard) OR ≥ EUR 43,759/year for shortage occupations / recent graduates *(conditional)* — Required for EU Blue Card stream only.
- For Skilled Worker (Section 18a/b): Bachelor's degree minimum + Anabin H+ recognition + employment matching qualification *(conditional)* — Required for Skilled Worker stream.
- For IT Specialist (Section 19c): 3+ years documented professional experience in IT — degree NOT required *(conditional)* — Required for IT Specialist stream. Salary ≥ EUR 43,759/year.
- For Opportunity Card / Chancenkarte: 6+ points score (qualification level + age + German A1+ + English B2+ + Germany connection + work experience + accompanying family) *(conditional)* — Job offer NOT required. Points-based job-search visa, 1-year validity, allows part-time work.
- Educational certificates + experience letters supporting the role — Notarised German / English translations + MoFA-apostilled. Anabin H+ (Hochschule + recognised) recommended for Tribhuvan University degrees.
- Anabin database verification of foreign degree — Recommended for all Type D Work applications. Anabin status H+ confirms degree equivalence to German Bachelor's; H- requires additional recognition (Anerkennung).
- Federal Employment Agency (BA) approval / Vorabzustimmung (where required) — Employer-side document for Skilled Worker / IT Specialist categories. EU Blue Card EXEMPT from BA approval. Employer applies online at make-it-in-germany.com.
- German statutory health insurance (gesetzliche Krankenversicherung) for first year — TK / DAK / Mawista; employer typically arranges for work-permit holders.
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA AND from any country lived 12+ months in last 10 years (MoFA-apostilled)
- Confirmed accommodation in Germany (employer-provided OR rental contract ≥ 12 months OR Anmeldebestätigung from Bürgeramt within 14 days of arrival) *(conditional)*
- Bank statement (last 3 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended)
- ANY ONE income bundle (Salary bundle most relevant for employed applicants)
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.

**Notes:**
- EU Blue Card holders enjoy fast-track Settlement Permit (Niederlassungserlaubnis) eligibility: 33 months on EU Blue Card with B1 German, OR 21 months on EU Blue Card with B1 + financial autonomy (vs. 5 years standard).
- Family of Type D work-permit holders can apply for Type D Family Reunion concurrently — separate application per family member at German Embassy Kathmandu. Spouses get full work authorisation from arrival.
- Recognition Partnership Work Permit (Skilled Immigration Act 2.0, June 2024): allows non-EU workers to apply for Type D BEFORE German qualification recognition is complete — work + finalise recognition in parallel.
- After 5 years on Skilled Worker / EU Blue Card, holders eligible for Niederlassungserlaubnis (Settlement Permit). After 5 years total residence (3 with B2 German + integration), eligible for German citizenship by naturalisation (since 27 June 2024 reforms).
- Germany has notable shortage occupations under EU Blue Card: IT, engineering (mechanical, electrical, civil), mathematics, sciences, doctors, nurses, teachers, vocational trades. Lower salary threshold (EUR 43,759) applies.

### Transit — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Transit / Airport Transit

**Purpose:** Transit through Germany or a German airport (Frankfurt FRA, Munich MUC, Berlin BER, Düsseldorf DUS, Hamburg HAM) en route to a third country.
**Stay duration:** Up to 5 days transit.
**Validity:** Single use, tied to onward booking.
**Entries:** Single (or double for round-trip transits).
**Processing time:** Minimum 10 working days at German Embassy Kathmandu.
**How to apply:** Standard VIDEX + Embassy appointment.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (form, passport, photo, insurance)
- Confirmed onward air ticket departing Germany within transit window
- Visa for the destination third country (where applicable) — German Federal Police verify onward admissibility at port of entry.
- Brief cover letter explaining transit *(conditional)*

**Notes:**
- Nepalis are subject to Airport Transit Visa (ATV) requirement when transiting German airports — confirm at the time of filing whether ATV or full transit visa applies for your itinerary.
- Frankfurt (FRA) is a major Lufthansa hub for connections to Europe + Americas — popular Nepali routing for Schengen onward + transatlantic flights.

### Other route — National Visa (Type D) — Family Reunion (Familienzusammenführung)

**Purpose:** Family reunion with a German citizen, EU citizen residing in Germany, or non-EU national holding German residence permit (Aufenthaltstitel / EU Blue Card / Niederlassungserlaubnis).
**Stay duration:** Per host's status — typically 1 year initial Aufenthaltstitel for Family Reunion, renewable annually.
**Validity:** Single-entry visa for first arrival; multi-entry on Aufenthaltstitel residence card.
**Entries:** Single (entry); multiple via Aufenthaltstitel.
**Processing time:** Up to 4 months at German Embassy Kathmandu.
**How to apply:** (1) German-resident host obtains Vorabzustimmung (advance approval) from local Ausländerbehörde; (2) applicant fills VIDEX + books Embassy appointment; (3) attends Embassy appointment with all docs + biometrics + EUR 75 fee; (4) waits for Embassy decision; (5) collects entry visa; (6) within 90 days of arrival, applies for Aufenthaltstitel at local Ausländerbehörde.

**Required documents:**

- VIDEX-generated National Visa (Type D) application form (signed)
- Vorabzustimmung (advance approval) from German host's local Ausländerbehörde — Host-side document obtained at Foreigners' Authority where they live; speeds up Embassy processing.
- Host's status proof: German ID / EU passport + residence registration / Aufenthaltstitel
- Marriage certificate (for spouses) OR birth certificate (for children) — notarised German / English translations + MoFA-apostilled
- German A1 language certificate (Goethe-Institut / TELC / ÖSD) — Mandatory for spouses joining German citizens / EU citizens / EU Blue Card holders / Skilled Workers. Exemptions: spouses of EU citizens under Free Movement Directive, scientists, sportspeople. Test centres in Kathmandu: Goethe-Institut Charumati, Putalisadak.
- Funds proof: host's 6-month bank statement OR salary slips — Host must demonstrate income above subsistence level + accommodation meeting German Housing Standards.
- Confirmed accommodation in Germany (host-provided meeting Wohnraum standards: minimum 12 m² per adult, 10 m² per child)
- German statutory health insurance for first year — Family members of host are typically auto-enrolled via host's public health insurance after arrival.
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA AND from any country lived 12+ months in last 10 years (MoFA-apostilled)
- ANY ONE income bundle for host (only one needed) — Demonstrates host can financially support the reunifying family member.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Spouses and minor children of EU citizens (including German via Singh route) benefit from EU Free Movement Directive 2004/38/EC — much simpler procedure (no German A1 requirement, no income threshold for the host); processed under EU Residence rules instead of German national family reunion.
- EU Blue Card holders' family reunion: spouses get full work authorisation from arrival; no German A1 required.
- Children turning 18 must transition to their own residence basis (Studies / Skilled Worker / Family Reunion of EU citizen if applicable).
- After 3 years on Family Reunion Aufenthaltstitel + secured employment + B1 German, eligible for own Niederlassungserlaubnis (independent of host).

## Important general notes

- Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Where this page's destination notes ask for an apostille or a specific translator, follow those notes; otherwise a translation notarised by a Notary Public is the usual standard.
- Income proof for German visas: ANY ONE of the four Nepal-side income bundles is sufficient (Business OR Salary OR Pension OR Rental) — pick the bundle matching your active income source.
- Germany joined the Schengen Area on 26 March 1995 (founding implementation member). Schengen Type C visas issued by Germany are valid across all 29 Schengen states; Schengen visas issued by other members are valid for entry to Germany under the same conditions.
- Holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen Type C visa, an LTV with multi-entry, a Schengen Type D long-stay visa, or a Schengen residence permit DO NOT need a separate German visa for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
- GOOD NEWS for Nepal: German Embassy IS in Kathmandu (Gyaneshwor) since 1962 — no India trip needed for any German visa category. Embassy handles BOTH Type C (Schengen short-stay) AND Type D (national long-stay) applications.
- CRITICAL — appointment booking: Schengen + Type D appointments are booked exclusively via service2.diplo.de (select location code "kath"). Slots are scarce during peak Nepali application windows (March–May, September–November) — book 2–6 weeks ahead. ONE appointment per person; non-attendance triggers a 30-day automatic block from re-booking.
- WARNING from German Embassy: "DO NOT USE visa agencies" — the Embassy explicitly discourages third-party agents because they often prepare poor-quality applications that lead to refusal. Yatra advises file-prep + courier rather than full agency representation.
- VIDEX (videx.diplo.de) is the mandatory online pre-fill platform — applicant fills the form online, prints the generated PDF, signs by hand, and brings to the Embassy appointment along with all supporting documents.
- Biometrics (fingerprints + photo) are mandatory for first-time Schengen Type C applicants and for ALL Type D applicants. Captured on-premises at the German Embassy Kathmandu during the visa appointment.
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 cover incl. emergency repatriation + urgent hospitalisation) is mandatory for Type C and must be valid throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay. For Type D, German statutory health insurance (gesetzliche Krankenversicherung) is required from arrival — the German employer typically arranges this for work-permit holders; students arrange via TK / DAK / Mawista.
- All non-English / non-German documents must be translated into German (preferred) or English by a Nepal MoFA-recognised translator and apostilled — Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024.
- Foreign-degree recognition: German universities + employers verify Nepali academic qualifications via the Anabin database (anabin.kmk.org). Tribhuvan University Bachelor's degrees are mostly recognised at H+ status (equivalent to German Bachelor's) — verify status before Type D applications.
- EU Blue Card threshold (2026): minimum gross annual salary EUR 48,300 (raised annually with German Federal Statistics Office data) for standard occupations; EUR 43,759/year for shortage occupations (IT specialists, engineers, mathematicians, scientists, doctors, healthcare professionals). Recent graduates (≤ 3 years out of university) qualify at the EUR 43,759 threshold for any occupation.
- Skilled Immigration Act reforms 2024: (1) Skilled Immigration Act 2.0 (March / June / November 2024 phased rollout), (2) lowered EU Blue Card salary threshold for shortage occupations, (3) recognition partnership work permits (apply for Type D before German qualification recognition is complete).
- OPPORTUNITY CARD (Chancenkarte) — NEW since 1 June 2024: points-based job-search visa for non-EU professionals. 1-year validity, allows full job-search + part-time work (20 hrs/week) + trial work (2 weeks per employer). Minimum 6 points required from criteria (qualification level + age + German language A1+ + English B2+ + connection to Germany + work experience + accompanying family). Major route for Nepali professionals without a pre-arranged job offer.
- German Citizenship Act reforms (Staatsangehörigkeitsgesetz, effective 27 June 2024): naturalisation eligibility reduced from 8 to 5 years total residence (3 years for "outstanding integration" — B2+ German + secured employment + civic engagement). Dual citizenship now permitted (previously had to renounce origin nationality).
- Niederlassungserlaubnis (Settlement Permit / Permanent Residence): after 5 years on Type D / Aufenthaltserlaubnis (or 33 months on EU Blue Card with B1 German, or 21 months on EU Blue Card with B1 + financial autonomy). Replaces Aufenthaltserlaubnis with no time limit.
- Common refusal patterns for Nepal: weak ties to Nepal (no property / business / family obligation), unexplained funds, vague itinerary, undisclosed prior Schengen / UK / US refusals, applicants under 30 without dependants. German consular officers also scrutinise authenticity of Nepali educational documents heavily for Type D Studies / Skilled Worker applications via Anabin verification.
- Germany uses EUR (Eurozone since 1 January 1999, switched to euro cash 1 January 2002).

## How to apply (4 steps)

1. **Confirm Germany visa eligibility** — Check that your Nepali passport qualifies for the visa type you need (Tourist, Business, Family, Education). Diplomatic / official passport holders may have different rules.
2. **Gather supporting documents** — Prepare: VIDEX-generated visa application form (signed); Nepali passport (issued within last 10 years; ≥ 3 months validity beyond visa expiry; ≥ 2 blank back-to-back pages); Two passport-size photos (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old, biometric standard); Schengen-approved travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage); Confirmed return air ticket (reservation only at file-prep stage); Confirmed accommodation in Germany for the entire stay.
3. **Submit at German Embassy Kathmandu (Gyaneshwor) — direct visa intake; biometric capture on-premises** — Fill VIDEX online at videx.diplo.de -> print and sign -> book Embassy appointment at service2.diplo.de (location code "kath") -> attend appointment with all supporting documents + EUR fee in cash NPR + biometric capture on-premises -> wait for Embassy decision -> courier passport collection at VFS Germany Pulchowk OR direct collection at Embassy.
4. **Track and collect** — Processing typically takes Minimum 10 working days at the German Embassy Kathmandu; up to 30 days in justified cases; max 45 days when extra documentation is requested. Collect your passport or e-visa as the embassy or visa centre instructs.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which visa do Nepali citizens use to visit Germany as tourists?

Nepali passport holders visiting Germany for tourism use the Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Tourism / Visit, which allows a stay of Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period.

### How long does a Germany tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

Minimum 10 working days at the German Embassy Kathmandu; up to 30 days in justified cases; max 45 days when extra documentation is requested.

### What bank balance is required for a Germany visa?

Bank statement (last 3 months) showing capacity for the trip — recommended ending balance NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)+ for a typical 7–14-day Schengen-area trip — plus 3-year Income Tax Returns and an international credit card with 3-month statement. German consular officers reference EUR 50/day (with prepaid accommodation) OR EUR 90/day (without) as the per-diem benchmark.

### How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Germany on a tourist visa?

Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period (Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Tourism / Visit).

### Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Germany tourist visa?

Fill VIDEX online at videx.diplo.de, print and sign, book Embassy appointment at service2.diplo.de (location code "kath"), attend appointment with all supporting documents + EUR fee in cash NPR + biometric capture on-premises, wait for Embassy decision, then courier passport collection at VFS Germany Pulchowk OR direct collection at Embassy.

### What documents are required for a Germany tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: VIDEX-generated visa application form (signed); Nepali passport (issued within last 10 years; ≥ 3 months validity beyond visa expiry; ≥ 2 blank back-to-back pages); Two passport-size photos (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old, biometric standard); Schengen-approved travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage); Confirmed return air ticket (reservation only at file-prep stage); Confirmed accommodation in Germany for the entire stay; Detailed travel itinerary (locations, duration per location); Cover letter explaining purpose of trip.

### Where is the Germany embassy in Nepal?

Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany — Kathmandu — Gyaneshwor, Kathmandu, Nepal (P.O. Box 226). Phone: +977 1 4217200. Applications are lodged at German Embassy Kathmandu (Gyaneshwor) — direct visa intake; biometric capture on-premises, Gyaneshwor, Kathmandu (north of the former Royal Palace area). Direct intake at the Embassy by appointment only — Schengen Type C and National Type D applications submitted in person at the Embassy. Book appointment at service2.diplo.de (select location code "kath"). Strict 1-appointment-per-person rule; non-attendance triggers automatic 30-day blocking from re-booking.

### Can Nepali citizens apply for a Germany business visa?

Yes — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Business. Business meetings, contract negotiations, conferences, exhibitions, training (≤ 3 months) — no employment in Germany or the wider Schengen Area. Processing: Minimum 10 working days; 5–7 days for fast-tracked invitations from established German inviters.

### Is there an official online portal for the Germany visa?

Yes. The official starting point is https://videx.diplo.de.

### How is the Germany visa fee paid?

Visa fee paid in CASH NEPALI RUPEES at the Embassy counter at the time of submission — exchange rate set monthly by the Embassy. NO card / digital payment / Demand Draft accepted. Applicants must bring exact-change NPR equivalent of the EUR fee on the appointment day.

### Can Yatra For Fun help with a Germany visa application?

Yes — Yatra For Fun's visa desk can help you prepare your Germany visa file over WhatsApp (the embassy or visa centre makes the decision), and you can order reservation documents for your file: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.

## Sources

- https://kathmandu.diplo.de — German Embassy Kathmandu (Gyaneshwor, since 1962 — direct visa intake for Nepalis)
- https://videx.diplo.de — VIDEX (Online Visa Application Pre-fill — mandatory step for ALL German visa categories)
- https://service2.diplo.de — Embassy appointment booking (location code "kath" for Kathmandu)
- https://www.make-it-in-germany.com — Federal Government skilled-worker portal (Type D: EU Blue Card, IT Specialist, Skilled Worker, Opportunity Card)
- https://anabin.kmk.org — Anabin database (foreign-degree recognition for German universities + professional licensing)
- EU Blue Card threshold (2026): standard EUR 48,300/year gross / shortage occupations EUR 43,759/year — reviewed annually
- Skilled Immigration Act 2.0 (March / June / November 2024 phased rollout) — Recognition Partnership work permits, lowered EU Blue Card thresholds, Opportunity Card / Chancenkarte introduction
- Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) effective 1 June 2024 — points-based job-search visa for non-EU professionals (1 year validity, part-time work + trial work allowed)
- German Citizenship Act reforms (Staatsangehörigkeitsgesetz, effective 27 June 2024): naturalisation eligibility reduced to 5 years total residence (3 years for outstanding integration); dual citizenship now permitted
- Sperrkonto (blocked account) deposit for Type D Studies: EUR 11,904/year (EUR 992/month unblock — 2026 figure, raised annually)
- Schengen Visa Code Regulation (EC) No 810/2009 — Schengen acquis (Germany founding implementation member, Schengen entry 26 March 1995)
- Type C Schengen visa fee EUR 90 (adult) / EUR 45 (child 6–11) / FREE (child < 6) per Schengen Visa Code
- Type D National Visa fee EUR 75 (adult) / EUR 37.50 (child 0–17) per German visa fee schedule
- Verpflichtungserklärung (formal invitation under § 68 AufenthG) — host obtains at local Ausländerbehörde for German Schengen Family Visit
- Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024 — Nepal-issued documents apostilled by Nepal MoFA after that date are accepted by German authorities without further consular legalisation

## Related

- All visa guides for Nepali citizens: https://yatraforfun.com/visa
- Schengen visa from Nepal, country by country: https://yatraforfun.com/visa/schengen
- Dummy flight ticket for visa files: https://yatraforfun.com/dummy-ticket

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*Yatra For Fun (https://yatraforfun.com) helps Nepali citizens prepare visa files over WhatsApp — the embassy or visa centre makes the decision — and sells reservation documents for visa files: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.*