Visa requirements for Egyptian passport holders traveling to Germany
Valid passport with 6+ months validity
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the planned stay and contain at least two blank pages.
Completed visa application form
Fully completed and signed VIDEX Schengen visa application form available online.
Passport photograph
Get InstantlyOne recent biometric passport photo not older than 6 months per biometric standards, not glued to the application form.
Travel itinerary
Get InstantlyConfirmed round-trip flight booking or similar proof of intended travel dates and entry/exit from Germany.
Hotel confirmation letter
Get InstantlyProof of booked accommodation for the entire duration of stay in Germany and Schengen area.
Bank statement
Get InstantlyRecent bank statements proving sufficient financial means to cover stay (amount consistent with German embassy requirements).
Travel insurance certificate
Get InstantlyValid travel medical insurance covering COVID-19 and other health risks with minimum coverage of 30,000 EUR for the entire Schengen area.
Fingerprints and biometric data
Submission of fingerprints and biometric photo at visa appointment is mandatory unless biometrics were provided within last 5 years.
Certified translation of Arabic documents
All supporting documents originally in Arabic must be translated into German or English by a certified translator.
Cover letter for visa application
Get InstantlyA letter explaining the purpose of the visit, itinerary, and financial arrangements during the stay.
Visa application fee payment
Payment of Schengen visa fee (official fee approximately 80 USD, may vary with exchange rates).
Certificate of travel history (for first-time applicants over 16)
Required from Egyptian immigration authority (Mogama), confirming travel history, translated to English or German.
Parental consent (for minors)
Consent letter from parents or legal guardians if the applicant is under 18.
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