Germany Visa for Emirati Citizens
Yes — Emirati passport holders can enter Germany visa-free for up to 90 days as of 2026.
Visa-free for short stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
auswaertiges-amt.de ↗Entering Germany on an Emirati passport
- → Travel with just your valid Emirati passport. No visa or prior application needed.
- → See the exact document checklist for Emirati applicants, by visa type.
- → Confirm the latest rules on the destination's official government page before you book.
Documents required for Emirati applicants
The exact documents Emirati citizens must submit for Germany, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.
otherSports Purpose
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/are/en/deu/travel-insurance) Kindly refer to the list of requisite documents below before submitting your application; this will minimize chances of rejection of your Visa Application due to incorrect or inadequate documents The original passport must be submitted along with the application on the day of the appointment. Cabin crew/Pilots will be allowed to withdraw their passports from the respective application centre in Dubai or Abu Dhabi within 1 to 3 working days after their application is submitted at the Consulate. Passports MUST be resubmitted at the Visa Application Centre within 10 to 12 calendar days from the date at which it was withdrawn. In case an applicant is aware in advance that this will not be possible due to professional reasons, the VFS counter staff must be informed to make a note on their application/checklist. Instructions for applicants below 18 years - For all children below 18 years, both parents need to be present at the Visa Application Centre to sign the VIDEX form. If you are applying for a visa for a child under 12 years old, they must also attend an appointment, but don’t have to provide their fingerprint information. - In case one parent is out of the country during the application process, the signed authorization form and passport copy with exit stamps from UAE must be provided to complete the process. - All applicants below 18 years must submit a signed letter of consent or authorization form and passport copy of the parent. Click here to download the authorisation form sample. Please ensure that you are well informed on the New Entry Regulations (https://uae.diplo.de/ae-en/service/05-VisaEinreise/-/2466976) for Germany. Checklist Checklist for Documents for Sports Purpose Insurance Declaration Form Declaration of Consentc
businessBusiness / Congress / Trade Fair
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/are/en/deu/travel-insurance) Kindly refer to the list of requisite documents below before submitting your application; this will minimize chances of rejection of your Visa Application due to incorrect or inadequate documents The original passport must be submitted along with the application on the day of the appointment. Cabin crew/Pilots will be allowed to withdraw their passports from the respective application centre in Dubai or Abu Dhabi within 1 to 3 working days after their application is submitted at the Consulate. Passports MUST be resubmitted at the Visa Application Centre within 10 to 12 calendar days from the date at which it was withdrawn. In case an applicant is aware in advance that this will not be possible due to professional reasons, the VFS counter staff must be informed to make a note on their application/checklist. Instructions for applicants below 18 years - For all children below 18 years, both parents need to be present at the Visa Application Centre to sign the VIDEX form. If you are applying for a visa for a child under 12 years old, they must also attend an appointment, but don’t have to provide their fingerprint information. - In case one parent is out of the country during the application process, the signed authorization form and passport copy with exit stamps from UAE must be provided to complete the process. - All applicants below 18 years must submit a signed letter of consent or authorization form and passport copy of the parent. Click here to download the authorisation form sample. Please ensure that you are well informed on the New Entry Regulations (https://uae.diplo.de/ae-en/service/05-VisaEinreise/-/2466976) for Germany. Checklist Checklist for Documents for Business Purpose Insurance Declaration Form Declaration of Consent
touristTourist Visa
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/are/en/deu/travel-insurance) Kindly refer to the list of requisite documents below before submitting your application; this will minimize chances of rejection of your Visa Application due to incorrect or inadequate documents The original passport must be submitted along with the application on the day of the appointment. For Cabin Crew / Pilots please click on the PDF Instructions for applicants below 18 years - For all children below 18 years, Minors shall submit an application form signed by a person exercising permanent or temporary parental authority or legal guardianship. If you are applying for a visa for a child under 12 years old, they must also attend an appointment, but don’t have to provide their fingerprint information. - All applicants below 18 years must submit a signed letter of consent or authorization form and passport copy of the parents. Click here to download the authorisation form sample. Please ensure that you are well informed on the New Entry Regulations (https://uae.diplo.de/ae-en/service/05-VisaEinreise/-/2466976) for Germany. Checklist Tourism Germany
transitAirport Transit
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/are/en/deu/travel-insurance) Please refer to the Information leaflet below before submitting your application; this will minimize chances of rejection of your Visa Application due to incorrect or inadequate documents. The original passport must be submitted along with the application on the day of the appointment. Cabin crew/Pilots will be allowed to withdraw their passports from the respective application centre in Dubai or Abu Dhabi within 1 to 3 working days after their application is submitted at the Consulate. Passports MUST be resubmitted at the Visa Application Centre within 10 to 12 calendar days from the date at which it was withdrawn. In case an applicant is aware in advance that this will not be possible due to professional reasons, the VFS counter staff must be informed to make a note on their application/checklist. Instructions for applicants below 18 years - For all children below 18 years, both parents need to be present at the Visa Application Centre to sign the VIDEX form. If you are applying for a visa for a child under 12 years old, they must also attend an appointment, but don’t have to provide their fingerprint information. - In case one parent is out of the country during the application process, the signed authorization form and passport copy with exit stamps from UAE must be provided to complete the process. - All applicants below 18 years must submit a signed letter of consent or authorization form and passport copy of the parent. Click here to download the authorisation form sample. Please ensure that you are well informed on the New Entry Regulations (https://uae.diplo.de/ae-en/service/05-VisaEinreise/-/2466976) for Germany. Checklist Checklist for Documents for Airport Transit Insurance Declaration Form Declaration of Consent
otherNational Visa Category D
Click here (https://videx.diplo.de/videx/visum-erfassung/#/videx-langfristiger-aufenthalt) to fill the online national visa application form Please prepare the necessary documentation for your visa application using the checklists given on below link: National Visa - Federal Foreign Office (https://uae.diplo.de/ae-en/service/05-visaeinreise/1358926-1358926#content_1)
familyVisa for Spouse / Relatives of EU / German nationals
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/are/en/deu/travel-insurance) Please refer to the Information leaflet below before submitting your application; this will minimize chances of rejection of your Visa Application due to incorrect or inadequate documents. The original passport must be submitted along with the application on the day of the appointment. Cabin crew/Pilots will be allowed to withdraw their passports from the respective application centre in Dubai or Abu Dhabi within 1 to 3 working days after their application is submitted at the Consulate. Passports MUST be resubmitted at the Visa Application Centre within 10 to 12 calendar days from the date at which it was withdrawn. In case an applicant is aware in advance that this will not be possible due to professional reasons, the VFS counter staff must be informed to make a note on their application/checklist. Instructions for applicants below 18 years - For all children below 18 years, both parents need to be present at the Visa Application Centre to sign the VIDEX form. If you are applying for a visa for a child under 12 years old, they must also attend an appointment, but don’t have to provide their fingerprint information. - In case one parent is out of the country during the application process, the signed authorization form and passport copy with exit stamps from UAE must be provided to complete the process. - All applicants below 18 years must submit a signed letter of consent or authorization form and passport copy of the parent. Click here to download the authorisation form sample. Please ensure that you are well informed on the New Entry Regulations (https://uae.diplo.de/ae-en/service/05-VisaEinreise/-/2466976) for Germany. Information Leaflets Checklist for Documents for Visa for Spouses / Relative of EU / German nationals Insurance Declaration Form Declaration of Consent
Germany visa for United Arab Emirates citizens — FAQ
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Germany?
Yes — Emirati passport holders can enter Germany visa-free for up to 90 days as of 2026.
How long can Emirati citizens stay in Germany?
Emirati passport holders can stay in Germany for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.
What documents do Emirati citizens need for Germany?
A valid passport plus the Germany document checklist for your visa type — Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.
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