How Nigerians Can Get a Visa to Germany
Germany is located in west-central Europe and is the most populous country in Europe. It is the second most popular destination for emigrants in the world, after the United States. Germany staggering history depicts the monumental influence it has had on the European continent and the world at large. It is still a world power today. This post will outline how Nigerians can acquire a German visa.
Types of German Visas You Can Apply For
- Business visa
- Medical Treatment visa
- Tourist visa
- Transit visa
- Visa for sportsmen
- Visa for visiting family and friends.
Where To Go
According to the information on the website of the German Missions in Nigeria, all visa applicants travelling to Germany as their main destination have to apply at the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Lagos in person.
The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Abuja will issue visa only in exceptional cases.
Appointments for your visa interview at the Consulate General have to be booked online. Please note that a separate appointment is required for every person intending to travel (including for minors).
Requirements
Please note that it is compulsory for all applicants regardless of the purpose of travel to include a pre-paid courier envelope in their application documents.
The requirements for a Shengen visa are applicable here as well:
1. All candidates are required to completely and correctly fill an application form and submit it in person.
2. 2 recent good quality passport photographs (no photocopies). Distance between two ears must be 2cm.
3. Your passport and, if applicable, resident permit. Note that these documents are expected to remain valid for at least 3 months after the expiration date of the requested visa.
To obtain a tourist visa, the following are additional requirements:
1. Proof of sufficient funds, i.e, bank statement for the past 3 months.
2. Proof of property/copy of Children's birth certificates/marriage certificate.
3. A copy of the inviting party's passport or resident permit.
4. If the inviting party is covering accommodation, you're required to provide a copy of their bank statements for the last 3 months.
