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Visa Application - Visa Issuance


Procedure

The embassies and consulates general (foreign missions) of the Federal Republic of Germany are responsible for issuing visas.
The diplomatic mission or consular post in whose district the applicant has his or her habitual residence or domicile is responsible for issuing visas.
In principle, the visa application must be submitted by the applicant in person to the diplomatic mission or consular post at his or her place of residence, together with all the necessary documents.

Legal bases