Europe · Visa Guide

Germany Visa Requirements 2026

39Visa Free
21Visa Required
Source: Official embassy data, IATAAlways confirm requirements with the destination embassy before travel

Visa Free39

United States90 daysSchengen area
United Kingdom90 daysSchengen 90/180 rule
Japan90 daysSchengen area
Canada90 daysSchengen area
Australia90 daysSchengen area
Singapore90 daysSchengen area
South Korea90 daysSchengen area
Brazil90 daysSchengen area
Mexico90 daysSchengen area
China15 daysVisa-free since 2024
UAE90 daysVisa-free since Apr 2024
France90 daysSchengen/EU
Italy90 daysSchengen/EU
Spain90 daysSchengen/EU
Portugal90 daysSchengen/EU
Greece90 daysSchengen/EU
Netherlands90 daysSchengen/EU
Austria90 daysSchengen/EU
Czech Republic90 daysSchengen/EU
Poland90 daysSchengen/EU
Croatia90 daysSchengen/EU
Hungary90 daysSchengen/EU
Sweden90 daysSchengen/EU
Denmark90 daysSchengen/EU
Norway90 daysSchengen/EU
Iceland90 daysSchengen/EU
Switzerland90 daysSchengen/EU
Ireland90 daysSchengen/EU
New Zealand90 daysSchengen area
Chile90 daysSchengen area
Argentina90 daysSchengen area
Colombia90 daysSchengen area
Peru90 daysSchengen area
Costa Rica90 daysSchengen area
Malaysia90 daysSchengen area
Vietnam45 daysVisa-free since 2023
Georgia90 daysSchengen — visa-free since 2017
Qatar90 daysSchengen — visa-free since 2024
Morocco90 daysSchengen area

Visa Required21

IndiaSchengen visa required
RussiaSchengen visa required
South AfricaSchengen visa required
NigeriaSchengen visa required
TurkeySchengen visa required
CubaSchengen visa required
ThailandSchengen visa required
IndonesiaSchengen visa required
PhilippinesSchengen visa required
CambodiaSchengen visa required
Sri LankaSchengen visa required
NepalSchengen visa required
MaldivesSchengen visa required
JordanSchengen visa required
OmanSchengen visa required
EgyptSchengen visa required
KenyaSchengen visa required
TanzaniaSchengen visa required
RwandaSchengen visa required
EthiopiaSchengen visa required
FijiSchengen visa required

Germany Visa FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Germany?

It depends on your passport. Citizens of United States, United Kingdom, Japan and 36 more countries can enter Germany visa-free. Some passports require a full visa application before travel.

Can US citizens visit Germany without a visa?

Yes — US citizens can visit Germany visa-free for 90 days.

Can UK citizens visit Germany without a visa?

Yes — UK citizens can visit Germany visa-free for 90 days.

How long can I stay in Germany without a visa?

Most visa-free nationals can stay up to 90 days in Germany. Exact duration depends on your passport — check the table above for your nationality.

Where can I apply for a Germany visa?

Visa applications for Germany are typically handled by Germany embassies and consulates in your home country. Apply well in advance of your travel date.

Visa requirements change without notice. This information is for general guidance only and was last verified in July 2026. Always confirm entry requirements with the official embassy or consulate of Germany before booking your trip.