About Visa

The Germany is a Member-State of the European Union and has signed the Schengen Agreement. While traveling within the E.U., you only need your Identity card. However, a passport is necessary for a number of other transactions, such as currency exchange, purchases, etc.

Visas are not required by European citizens from countries that are part of the Schengen Area. The Germany as a member of the Schengen Agreement, has abolished controls on common internal lands, at air and sea borders and allows Member-State citizens to travel around without a visa for a short stay period of up to three (3) months. However, keep in mind that airlines and other carriers require a valid passport and/or identity card.

Citizens coming from countries that have not yet joined Schengen Area may require a visa to enter The Germany. The E.U. visitors from these countries can acquire further information from the Hellenic Embassies or Consulates in their countries, or from their travel agencies. Before visiting The Germany, please consult the detailed information on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' website and find out whether you require a Visa.

Kindly reminder: During your stay in The Germany, if you require a Visa, you are advised to have suitable insurance coverage for emergency medical or other needs.

Important Notice

Please note ICGET is not authorized to assist with the VISA process beyond providing the Notification of Acceptance Letter and Invitation Letter (after registration) issued by the ICGET Committee Board. The invitation letter will be issued after the successful registration. Should your application be denied, ICGET cannot change the decision of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, nor will ICGET engage in discussion or correspondence with the MOFA or the Embassy on behalf of the applicant. The registration fee cannot be refunded when the VISA application of individual being denied.