Basic Travel Requirements for Angolans visiting
Germany
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a German Visa.
- A completed and signed application form is required
- Two attached passport photos must be recent and of a white background.
- Copies of applicant’s s passport and previous visas are required.
- A copy of the applicant’s return ticket reservation.
- It is not recommended to purchase a ticket before the visa is purchased.
- Travel medical visa insurance with a minimum of 30,000 EURO coverage for the entire stay in Germany.
- A cover letter stating the purpose and duration of travel to Germany.
- A copy of the applicant’s return tickets reservation dates and flight number, specifying entry and exit from Germany.
- Proof of accommodation for the whole duration of the trip. This could be either a hotel reservation or a friend or family’s house address.
- Proof of civil status(Marriage certificate, Birth certificate of your children, Death certificate of your spouse or ration card).
- Proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay by providing a bank account statement.
Germany Visa for Angolans
Facts about Germany
Visiting Germany is a vacation worth taking for every traveler. Asides from being one of the safest travel destinations in the world, the country is rich in history, culture, outdoor activities, and of course its cities. The country is home to the world’s leading trade fairs, the ITB Berlin. Also, the Oktoberfest which takes place in Munich between September and October is one of the main events which draws a lot of tourists to the country. The Oktoberfest draws as much as 6 million tourists to the country yearly. Tourists in the country also have the liberty of engaging in winter sports like alpine skiing, snowboarding, bobsledding, and cross-country skiing in various regions in the country.
Germany is the ninth most visited country in the world. In 2012, over 30.4 million international tourists visited the country bringing over $38 billion in international tourism. The tourism industry is responsible for contributing 4.5% of the German GDP and provides 2 million jobs. The number of visitors is expected to increase significantly in the years to come.
Types of Germany Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Business visa | 15 working days | 90 days |
| Tourist visa | 15 business days | 90 days |
General Requirements for Germany Visa
- A completed and signed application form is required
- Two attached passport photos must be recent and of a white background.
- Copies of applicant’s s passport and previous visas are required.
- A copy of the applicant’s return ticket reservation.
- It is not recommended to purchase a ticket before the visa is purchased.
- Travel medical visa insurance with a minimum of 30,000 EURO coverage for the entire stay in Germany.
- A cover letter stating the purpose and duration of travel to Germany.
- A copy of the applicant’s return tickets reservation dates and flight number, specifying entry and exit from Germany.
- Proof of accommodation for the whole duration of the trip. This could be either a hotel reservation or a friend or family’s house address.
- Proof of civil status(Marriage certificate, Birth certificate of your children, Death certificate of your spouse or ration card).
- Proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay by providing a bank account statement.
Germany Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Invitation letter from the German company you will be visiting and their detailed address accompanied by the dates of the visit.
- A certificate or cover letter from the applicant’s employer in Germany stating/allowing applicant’s business travel is required.
- If there were previous trade relations between the two companies, proof of such events must be provided
- A business bank statement of the latest 6 months is required.
- Invitation letter from the German company the applicant will be visiting and their detailed address accompanied by the dates of visit to Germany.
- The letter of invitation must state the nature of the business to be carried out in Germany.
- Letter from either the employer or the partner company in Germany must state coverage of expenses for the applicant throughout the required a stay.
- If the applicant is going for religious or crew/television purposes, an invitation letter from the above-mentioned authorities with details upon the nature of events or activities such as the purpose of visit, expense coverage, names of the applicants and duration of stay.
- Travel itinerary showing entry and exit dates from Germany
Germany Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Invitation letter with the address and phone number from a family member, tour organization or sponsor is required.
- Bank statements of the last 6 months should be provided by applicants.
- Photocopies of the previous passport are required.
- The official copy of the invitation letter indicating the identity of the applicant, duration of stay and purpose of travel to Germany.
- Valid evidence of accommodation. This could be either hotel bookings or the home address of the host in Germany.
- The tourist visa is basically meant for tourism and sightseeing purposes.
- It also allows its holders to visit friends and relatives as well as attend summer school or a work seminar.
- Applicants are not allowed to take up work while in Germany with a tourist visa.
- An original copy of the minor’s birth certificate should be provided along with an approved consent note from both parents or legal guardians in Angola.
- Applicants are expected to exit Germany immediately after the visa expires.
- Holders of this type of visa are not allowed to work or engage in any business activities.
Germany Visa Fees
Business visa
60.00 (EUR)
Tourist visa
60.00 (EUR)
Germany Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Angola
Luanda
Avenida 4 de Fevreiro, 120 P O Box 12 95 Luanda Angola
http://www.luanda.diplo.de/
info@luanda.diplo.de
(+244) 222 33 47 73