Visas

Whether you require a visa for Germany depends on your home country and how long you wish to stay.

Citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Community (EEC) or Switzerland do not require a visa to enter the Federal Republic of Germany.

If you are from a country outside the EU, you might need to apply for a visa. You can get information about visa requirements from the German embassy or consulate in your home country. If you need one, be sure to apply for it in your country of residence well ahead of time. The German foreign representations (embassies or general consulates) are responsible for the process.

A list of the German foreign representations’ addresses is posted on the Federal Foreign Office website. You can also find out there which documents you need for the application process.

Special case: visa exemption for students from certain countries
Nationals of Australia, Canada, Great Britain, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea and the United States may apply for the necessary permit after arrival in Germany. The same applies for nationals of Andorra, Brazil, El Salvador, Honduras, Monaco and San Marino who do not intend to take up employment.

Why not try VisaFlow to help smooth the application process for your visa?

Kempten University of Applied Sciences offers all international students cost-free access to the digital platform VisaFlow.

VisaFlow is designed to guide international students step-by-step through the process of applying for a visa to spend time studying in Germany. The platform also provides useful information and handy tips about aspects such as accommodation, health insurance, student life, working alongside your studies, etc.

To access this helpful tool free of charge, use the special code “HSKEMPTEN25” on platform.visaflow.app – and take the first simple step towards smoothing your pathway to Germany!