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Which visa do I need for Germany?

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Applying for a visa: general information

Visa requirements: who needs a visa? Generally speaking, third-country nationals require a visa to enter the Federal Republic of Germany. An exemption applies to EU nationals and nationals of those…

Every visa applicant aged 12 years and over must have fingerprints taken.
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Health insurance cover for applications for national visas

In Germany, health insurance is generally compulsory. Anyone resident in Germany is required to take out health insurance with a company licensed to do business in Germany to cover their medical costs.

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Asylum Law

The Basic Law for the Federal Republic of Germany stipulates: “Persons persecuted on political grounds shall have the right of asylum.” (Art. 16a paragraph I of the Basic Law)

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