Germany (DE) Work Visa Appointment

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Visa Details
Entry Type: Multiple
Validity: 1 Year
Duration per Stay: 1 Year
Processing Time: 1 Month
 
Visa Fee
Amount: €75
Payment:
To be paid at VFS during the submission of documents.
Online payments are not supported currently; any changes will be updated accordingly.
 
Document Checklist
1. Valid Passport
Issued within the last 10 years.
Valid for at least one year from the application date.
Contains at least two blank pages.
2. Application Form & Declarations
Completed and signed visa application form.
Accompanied by required declarations.
3. Passport Data Page Copy
A4-size copy of the data page of the passport.
4. Employment Visa Annexure
Annexure specific to employment visa applications.
5. Employment Contract
Signed contract from the German employer, outlining employment terms.
6. Deputation Order (If Applicable)
Issued by the Indian employer confirming deputation to Germany.
7. Personal Cover Letter
Explains the exact purpose and duration of stay.
8. Qualification and Experience Proof
Educational and professional certificates relevant to the job.
9. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
A concise one-page CV in English.
10. Approval by Federal Employment Agency (If Applicable)
Approval document from the Federal Employment Agency for the job offer.
11. Passport Photos
Three biometric passport photos.
Must not be older than 6 months.
12. Demand Draft
Covering visa fees or any additional costs, as required.
13. Health Insurance
A certificate from the German employer for compulsory health insurance.
Alternatively, a travel health insurance policy covering the period from arrival to the start of employment.
 
Additional Instructions
Document Preparation:
Prepare two identical application sets with the required documents.
Include original certificates and the employment contract.
Document Handling:
Avoid stapling documents. Use clips or transparent folders.
Additional Requests:
German Missions may request extra documents or verify certificates.
Verification may incur additional fees.
Processing Time
Blue Card Applications:
Processing time: Approximately 10 days, if pre-approved by the Federal Employment Agency.
Other Employment Visas:
May take 6–8 weeks, as documents are forwarded to German immigration authorities for approval.
 
Important Notes
Submission of all required documents does not guarantee visa approval.
Incomplete Documentation:
Missing or incomplete documents can lead to application rejection.
Missed Appointments:
Failure to attend appointments may also result in rejection.