Germany issues Schengen visas for short trips and national visas for longer stays such as study, work and family reunion. We help you identify which one you need and prepare a complete application.
Visa options
- Tourist visa – a short-stay Schengen visa for holidays and family visits.
- Business visa – a short-stay Schengen visa for meetings, trade fairs and conferences.
- Student visa – a national visa for studying at a German university.
- Work visa – a national visa for employment in Germany.
- Dependent visa – a national visa for spouses and children joining family in Germany.
Who it is for
This page is for visitors, students, professionals and families applying to Germany from India. If you are visiting several Schengen countries on one trip, see our Europe (Schengen) page too.
General documentation
- A valid passport, and your previous passports if you have them
- Proof of the purpose of your stay, such as an admission letter, an employment contract or an invitation
- Proof of funds in a form the German mission accepts
- Educational certificates and, for some study and work routes, proof that your qualifications are recognised in Germany
- Marriage and birth certificates for family reunion applications
- Travel medical insurance for short-stay visas
Requirements usually vary with the visa type and your personal circumstances. The exact checklist depends on your profile and the current embassy, VFS or official checklist, and Miras confirms it with you at consultation.
Application process
- Consultation: you tell us about your plans and we suggest the visa category that fits them.
- Document check: we review your documents against the current checklist and point out anything missing or unclear.
- Application and appointment: we help you complete the application and book your appointment, usually at the official visa application centre, for biometrics and document submission.
- Decision: The German mission reviews your application and makes the decision. We help you follow its progress and explain the next steps.
How Miras helps
- Advice on whether you need a Schengen or a national visa
- A checklist based on your profile and the current mission requirements
- Review of your forms, letters and supporting documents
- Help with appointment booking
- Interview preparation, where an interview is part of the process
Travelling on a short-stay Schengen visa? Our travel insurance service can help you choose cover that matches the visa requirement. Visa decisions rest with the German authorities, and we never promise an outcome.