Contact the German embassy in your country

• do you need a visa?
• if so, what type of visa do you need?

After arriving in Germany, you must convert your visa into a residence permit.

Important documents you need to bring with you

• valid passport/ID card (valid for at least 90 days beyond your stay in Germany)
• passport-sized photographs (in accordance with biometric standards)
• if applicable, confirmation from your health insurance company that you are insured in Germany
• European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), if applicable
• your vaccination certificate, preferably an internationally valid vaccination certificate
• if applicable, a detailed description of the medication you are taking