# Germany visa for Nepali citizens

> Apply for a Germany visa from Nepal with Yatra — required documents, processing time, embassy fees, dummy ticket support, and concierge in Kathmandu.

Canonical page: https://yatraforfun.com/visa/germany
Last updated: 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.

### Multi-Entry — 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 notary-certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Use a Nepal Bar Council–registered translator and have each translation notarised by a Notary Public.
- 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.. Yatra's concierge tracks your application and notifies you on each status change.

## Frequently asked questions

### 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 -> 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.

### 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 online portal to apply for a Germany visa?

Yes — apply online at 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).

### 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 help with a Germany visa application?

Yes — Yatra provides end-to-end visa assistance for Germany including document preparation, appointment booking, application review, and a PNR-backed dummy ticket (NPR 999) when the embassy requires proof of onward travel.

## 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

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*Yatra (https://yatraforfun.com) provides end-to-end visa assistance for Nepali citizens — document review, embassy submission, dummy ticket (NPR 999) when proof of onward travel is required.*