What is Germany Visa Facilitation?

The process of obtaining a Germany visa is parallel to the visa process of other Schengen countries. European Union countries provide convenience in visa procedures for citizens of their own countries or citizens of partner countries. Germany visa convenience includes a faster process for individuals who are citizens of a European Union country or partner country, and a reduction in visa fees and required documents.

Can Foreign Nationals Apply for a Germany Visa ?

Foreign nationals residing in Turkey can apply for a Germany visa from Turkey. An individual who holds citizenship from a European Union country or one of the partner countries can apply for a Germany visa from Turkey if they have a residence permit in Turkey.

Since Schengen countries follow the same policy in the visa application process, citizens of these countries have visa convenience.

Which countries’ citizens can apply for a Germany visa from Turkey?

The countries that can apply for a Germany visa from Turkey are listed below.

  • Albania
  • Serbia
  • Russia
  • Montenegro
  • Ukrainian
  • Syria
  • Afghanistan
  • Armenia
  • Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • Azerbaijan
  • Cape Verde Islands
  • Moldova
  • Georgia
  • North Macedonia

How to Apply for a Germany Visa for Citizens of Countries with Germany Visa Facilitation?

Citizens of countries that have Germany visa convenience can apply for a Germany visa through iDATA.

An individual who is a citizen of one of the countries on the Germany visa facilitation countries list and will apply for a Germany visa must first determine whether the purpose of their travel will be exempt. Then, information about the required document list must be obtained and the necessary documents must be prepared. The person who will apply for a Germany visa must make an appointment at the iDATA application office after determining the purpose of their travel. The appointment process for the iDATA office can be done online via the iDATA website. The person who will apply for a Germany visa must submit the necessary documents, passport and fingerprint to the iDATA officer on the appointment day. After the document is submitted, the person’s application is taken into the evaluation process. After the evaluation process of the person applying for a Germany visa is completed, the person’s passport and other original documents are sent to the iDATA application office or to the person’s name by cargo.

If the person applying for a Germany visa is applying from Turkey, he/she must prove that he/she resides in Turkey. If the person applying for a Germany visa is a Syrian or Afghan refugee, he/she must have a residence or refugee ID.

After the necessary information is shared with the visa application center, a Germany visa for foreigners living in Turkey is easily granted to citizens of countries that have Germany visa convenience.

How to Apply for a Germany Visa for Azerbaijani Citizens?

Germany visa applications for Azerbaijani citizens are carried out through iDATA.

Azerbaijani citizens can start visa procedures by preparing the necessary documents to obtain a Germany visa and applying to the iDATA office. After the person who will apply for a Germany visa submits his/her passport and documents, the person’s application is taken into the evaluation process. Azerbaijan Germany visa procedures are usually completed without any problems as Azerbaijan is among the countries with visa convenience.

How to Apply for a Germany Visa for Those Living in TRNC?

For those living in the TRNC, Germany visa applications can be made through iDATA.

Those living in the TRNC should first determine their travel purpose and then research the list of required documents to apply for a Germany visa. TRNC citizens who have prepared the necessary documents for their Germany visa application can start visa procedures by applying to iDATA offices. TRNC Germany visa applications can be made through iDATA offices and are concluded in an average of 8 to 15 days.

What are the Germany Visa Application Documents for Citizens of Countries with Germany Visa Facilitation?

The Germany visa application documents required for citizens of countries with Germany visa convenience are listed below.

  • Residence permit in Turkey : A refugee ID is required for Syrian and Afghan citizens.
  • Turkish bank account of the person who will apply for a Germany visa : If the person does not have a Turkish bank account, a bank account in the country of which he/she is a citizen is required.
  • Germany visa application petition : The person who wants to obtain a Germany visa must state the reason for the travel on his behalf.
  • Passport : A passport with 2 blank pages must be submitted.
  • Biometric photo : Two biometric photos showing the face of the person applying for a German visa are required.
  • Germany travel health insurance : Health insurance valid for 30,000 EUR is required.
  • Visa fee : A receipt showing that the Germany visa fee has been paid must be submitted.

How Much Is the Visa Fee for Citizens of Countries with Germany Visa Facilitation?

Visa fees for citizens of countries with Germany visa convenience are free for ages 0-6 and 35 Euros for ages 6 and above.