Germany Business Visa Requirements - Documents, Eligibility & Fees

Indian passport holders who are willing to apply for a Germany Business visa can find the necessary visa information on this page. In the following, you can find Germany Business visa requirements which mainly include the visa documents and eligibility criteria. General guidelines to be followed at the time of submission of Germany Business visa documents are mentioned on the page. For further visa consultation, you can contact BTW Visa Executives.

 

Following is the list of documents required for Germany Business visa for Indians.
  • Passport

      The submitted passport must meet the parameters given below

    • It must be original and genuine.
    • It must be valid for 6 months ahead of the span of stay.
    • It must have minimum two blank pages for the visa stamp.
    • It must not be torn, ripped, split, or damaged in any kind of way.

    One cannot cross international boundries without the passport. It is considered a criminal offense otherwise.

  • Old Passport

      If available, the old passport must also be provided meeting the given criteria

    • If any of the traveler has old passport, it must be submitted along with latest passport.
    • It must be original and in a good condition to access the required information.

    Without the old passport, you cannot get the visa stamp. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Photo

      The photographs must be provided as per the given photo specifications

    • It must have a matte finish.
    • It must be clicked on an all white background.
    • It must be of proper size with dimensions of 35x45 mm (length - 45mm, breadth - 35mm).
    • Two copies to be submitted with general photo guidelines.
    • It must cover face 80% of the frame.
    • It must be a recent photograph.
    • The expressions on the face must be neutral, there must not be any kind of smiling of frowning in the photograph.
    • Any kind of glasses must not be worn in the photograph.
    • The hair must be tied back so that the face is clearly visible.
    • The ears must be visible clearly.
    • It must not have any headgear worn apart from religious reasons.
    • It is to be taken care that your teeth do not show in the photograph.

    Recent pictures are mandatory as old pictures can cause the authorities to reject your application.

  • Air Ticket

      It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason

    • It must be confirmed for the complete round trip.

    An air ticket shows your course of travel and confirms your return to the native country.

  • Travel Insurance

      The Travel Insurance issued has to meet the following criteria

    • It must be valid in Germany.
    • It is better if the insurance is valid for at least 3 to 10 ahead of the date of arrival to India.
    • It must cover the whole trip right from leaving India to returning to India.
    • It must mention the applicant's details as per the passport.

    You are not allowed to travel abroad without a travel insurance. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Covering Letter From Company

      The covering letter provided by the company should be acceptable based on the following conditions

    • It must be original and obtained from the savings bank account.
    • It must also mention the details of the traveller's stay in the country.
    • It must contain the traveller's as well as the company's information and should be issued on the company's letterhead along with official seal and signature.

    Covering letter is the first document that is seen by the consular. If the covering letter is not appropriate, it may cause your visa to get rejected as well. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Bank Statement

      The Bank statement is a mandatory document and it should meet the following criteria

    • It must be evident of healthy balance amount in the account.
    • It must be printed on an A4-size paper.
    • It must be provided with authentic seal and signature from the bank.
    • It must be obtained for the last 6 months.
    • It must be provided with authentic seal and signature from the bank
    • It must be original and should have the bank's stamp and signature on every page.

    If the Bank Statement doesn't show enough funds or shows irrelevant expenditure, it could lead to visa rejection on financial means. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Income Tax Returns

      The proof of income tax returns must match the provided parameters

    • The Income tax returns of Individual and Company should be specified with an ITR-V for last 3 years.
    • The Income tax returns of company and Individual should be specified with an ITR-V for last 3 years.
    • It must be provided with a legitimate documentary proof of the payment of income tax.

    One cannot leave the country if they do not provide appropriate proof of tax payment. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Hotel Voucher

      It should be submitted as per the following

    • The Hotel Voucher should include all the Schengen countries that are to be visited.
    • It must be provided to ratify the purpose of visit and as proof of accommodation as well.

    If you are staying in a hotel during your time in another country, a hotel voucher must be provided as proof of accommodation.

  • Invitation Letter From Company

      The letter of invitation from the company submitted should match the following criteria

    • It must contain the signature of the authority along with the designation, name of the company and the stamp.
    • It must mention the contact details, the purpose of travel, sponsorship details and other important documents.
    • It must be addressed to the respective diplomatic mission.

    An invitation letter from a company to which are visiting is essential to provide proof of your purpose of visit.

  • Exhibition Pass

      It must follow the required criteria

    • It must be provided as proof of the purpose of the visit.
    • It must be provided to ratify the purpose of visit.

    Without a proper proof of your purpose for acquiring the visa, like an exhibition pass, the visa application may not be accepted. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Conference Ticket

      It should be submitted as per the following

    • It must be submitted to ratify the traveller's purpose of the visit.

    Without a proper proof of your purpose for acquiring the visa, like a conference ticket, the visa application may not be accepted. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Salary Slips

      The Salary slip is a crucial document. It must be provided by following the criteria given below

    • It must mention the company's name and the applicant's designation as well.

    If your salalry slips do not render to your financial stability to support your self-financed trip, your visa accpetance could be in jeopardy. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

  • Business License

      It should match with the given requirements


    Important in cases where you are required to provide a proof of emplyment when you are self-employed

  • Sponsorship Letter

      The Sponsorship letter is a compulsory document which must meet the given requirements

    • It must mention the dates of arrival and departure.
    • It must specify the profession of the sponsorer.
    • It must specify the applicant's relationship with the sponsorer.
    • It must mention the details of the applicant as well as the sponsorer as per the passport and the ID copy provided.
    • It must be addressed to the respective diplomatic mission.

    Without the sponsorship letter and an improper proof of your financial means, there are chances that your visa may get rejected. Professional visa consultation is recommended.


For detailed information, Please go through Germany Business Visa - Definitive Guide

Eligibility for getting Germany Business Visa:

In order to be eligible to travel to the country on a visa, you will have to meet the following eligibility criteria.

  1. Be a genuine traveller-You must have a valid and good intention behind travelling to the country.

  2. Eligible to bear all expenses -You must possess sufficient funds to support yourself and any dependents throughout the stay.

  3. Reasons to return - You must have strong ties in your home country that will ensure that you will return after your stay.

  4. Be of good character - You must have a clean criminal track record and be of good character. You may have to provide PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) for the same.

  5. Be in good health -You must at least meet the minimum health requirements required by the authorities.

  6. Genuine Purpose

    • You must possess a valid invitation from a genuine company located in the country with whom you are/will be doing business.

Visa Fees for Germany Business Visa:

Entry Stay Duration Validity Fees
Multiple entry Normal 90 days 3 months 9027.0
Multiple entry Normal 90 days 3 months 9027.0

*Important Note:

Embassy/Consulate reserves the right to ask for additional documents or personal appearance for an interview in special cases. Submission of the above-mentioned documents does not guarantee that a visa is granted, so It's recommonded to get the professional visa consultation. Submission of incomplete documentation or refusal to appear for a special visa interview may result in the rejection of your visa application .

Although the information on this website has been prepared with utmost care. However, regulations and requirements are subject to change.

To know all details like process, eligibility, fees etc. Please refer Germany Business Visa

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