Do Pakistan passport holders need a visa for Germany?

Pakistan passport holders require: Visa Required. Processing time: 2-3 weeks. Fee: see official source.

What documents do Pakistan citizens need for Germany?

Pakistan passport holders typically need: valid passport (6+ months), completed visa application form, passport-sized photos, bank statements, return flight ticket, and hotel booking confirmation. Additional documents may be required based on your visa type.

How long does a Germany visa take for Pakistan citizens?

The typical processing time for Pakistan citizens applying for a Germany visa is 2-3 weeks. Apply at least 2–3 weeks before your travel date to be safe.

What is the Germany visa fee for Pakistan passport holders?

Visa fees vary. Check the official embassy or immigration authority of Germany for the current fee schedule.

Can I extend my Germany visa?

Visa extension policies vary by type and destination. Contact the Germany immigration authority before your visa expires to understand extension options. Apply for extensions well in advance to avoid overstay penalties.

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🇵🇰 Pakistan→🇩🇪 GermanySchengen short-stay (tourist) visa — Category C

Apply in person via the German Mission’s appointment system (Embassy Islamabad / Consulate Karachi), submitting at the VFS Global centre
Fill the Videx online form first; biometrics are required (exempt if taken at any Schengen mission within the past 59 months)
Processing ~14 days; apply up to 6 months ahead.

Required for all applicants

Application form (Videx)

Signed original printed from the Videx online system (with barcode page).

Passport + biodata copies

Original passport (valid ≥3 months beyond stay) plus copies of the biodata pages.

Copies of previous passports

Full copies of all previous passports.

Two biometric photos

Not older than 6 months, per the official examples.

Travel health insurance

Minimum €30,000 cover, valid across all Schengen states for the full stay (original + 1 copy).

Accommodation proof

Hotel reservations for the whole stay with addresses and a detailed itinerary.

Flight reservation

Confirmed round-trip booking covering the stay.

Employment proof

Employer letter stating position, length of employment and permission for the trip (or university confirmation).

Financial evidence

Bank statements for the last 6 months and salary slips for the last 3 months.

CNIC copy

Copy of your national ID card.

List of children & relatives abroad

Signed originals on the mission’s provided templates.

Appointment confirmation

Printout of the appointment confirmation email.

If applicable

Family Registration Certificate (FRC)

Original NADRA FRC.

↳ Family documentation as applicable

Marriage certificate

Original.

↳ If married

Birth certificate

Original.

↳ For minors / accompanying children

Previous visa refusal

Copy of any prior refusal (non-disclosure is treated as fraud).

↳ If ever refused a visa

Free preparation guide by VisitPlane — visa rules change; always confirm current requirements with the destination’s official immigration authority before applying.

🇵🇰Pakistan

🇩🇪Germany

Visa status: Visa Required

Pakistan citizens need a visa for Germany

You’ll need a visa approved before you travel.

How to apply

Apply online

Cost

$135

Processing

2-3 weeks

Stay

Varies

Last reviewed 26 May 2026·cross-checked with official sources

This is a free guide to help you prepare. Visa rules change frequently and depend on your exact situation. Always confirm current requirements with the official source or the destination's embassy before booking travel.

🏛️ Verify at the official source — German Federal Foreign Office — Visa Service

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Official Schengen short-stay (tourist) visa — Category C requirements — tick each off as you gather it.

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Apply in person via the German Mission’s appointment system (Embassy Islamabad / Consulate Karachi), submitting at the VFS Global centre. Fill the Videx online form first; biometrics are required (exempt if taken at any Schengen mission within the past 59 months). Processing ~14 days; apply up to 6 months ahead.

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