Germany Schengen Visa from United Kingdom

For travelers from the United Kingdom to Germany, a visa is necessary for tourism, family or friend visits, or business purposes. As a Schengen destination, Germany facilitates various visa types, allowing visitors to explore its rich culture and business opportunities. Ensure that you gather all required documentation before applying at one of the visa centers.

3 visa centres·3 visa types·Starts at £35·Processed by TLS

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Appointment wait times

Median days from booking until appointment — based on real appointments observed by xVisa

< 20 days20–30> 30

Visa centre	Tourism TA	Business SSB	Family/Friend visit SSFV
London Germany TLS
Manchester Germany TLS
Edinburgh Germany TLS

Germany visa centres in United Kingdom

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Document checklist

A total of 27 documents may be required for your visa application, including proof of accommodation, travel itinerary, and financial means. Specific requirements can vary based on the visa type, so it's essential to review the checklist carefully for your chosen route. Make sure all documents are complete and accurately filled out to streamline the process.

Application form
Required
Duly completed and signed visa application form
Bank statements (3 months)
Required
Personal bank statements showing income and funds
Credit card statement
Required
Credit card account statement indicating the cardholder's name and address and showing the monthly limit or spending cap.
Return or onward travel booking
Required
Printed flight/train/bus booking showing passenger name and itinerary
Valid passport or travel document
Required
Original passport valid at least 3 months beyond return date, plus photocopy
Copy of passport personal details page
Required
Copy of the passport page or pages containing the holder's personal details.
Passport-style photograph
Required
1 recent (≤6 months) passport-style photo, full front, white background
Travel medical insurance
Required
Insurance covering all Schengen states for EUR 30,000 minimum
Proof of address in the UK
Required
Document showing the applicant's residential address in the United Kingdom, such as a recent council tax bill, utility bill, bank statement, pension certificate, or similar document.
UK residence permit (or UK immigration status share code)
Required
Valid UK residence permit card showing the applicant’s right to reside in the UK; if no card is available or the digital permit is valid longer than the card, a UK Home Office immigration status share code printout is acceptable. Share code page: https://www.gov.uk/view-prove-immigration-status
Self-employment confirmation letter from accountant, banker or solicitor
Required in some cases
Recent official headed letter from an accountant, banker or solicitor stating the applicant's self-employment or business ownership in the United Kingdom.
👔Self Employed
Benefits or pension letter
Required in some cases
Official recent letter confirming that the applicant receives benefits or is part of a pension scheme.
👔Unemployed, Retired
Full birth certificate
Required in some cases
Unabridged/full birth certificate showing both biological parents' names. If not in English or German, a certified translation in the UK is also required.
👶Travelling with children
British school certificate
Required in some cases
Recent school certificate from a British school for minor applicants.
👶Travelling with children
Employment Letter
Required in some cases
If employed, provide a recent original signed headed employer letter addressed to the Mission and confirming your employment.
👔Employed
Home Office share code
Required in some cases
Share code from the UK Home Office proving the applicant's immigration status in the UK.
Hotel booking confirmation
Required in some cases
Proof of accommodation such as a half-paid or fully paid hotel booking confirmation.
🏠Hotel
Marriage or civil partnership certificate
Required in some cases
Recent (≤6 months) marriage/civil partnership certificate
👔Unemployed🤝Family
Passport or certified passport copy
Required in some cases
Original passport or certified copy of passport required for parents of minors travelling alone or with only one parent.
👶Travelling with children
Payslips (3 months)
Required in some cases
Last three payslips, original plus photocopies
👔Employed
Self-assessment tax form
Required in some cases
Self-assessment form issued by HM Revenue & Customs confirming the applicant's self-employment or business ownership status.
👔Self Employed
Sponsor bank statements
Required in some cases
Bank account statements of the financial sponsor used to prove support for the applicant.
👔Unemployed🤝Family
Spouse support confirmation
Required in some cases
Written and signed confirmation from the applicant's spouse stating that the spouse financially supports the applicant.
👔Unemployed🤝Family
Student status letter
Required in some cases
Recent signed letter from school/college/university confirming enrollment, hours per week, attendance
👔Student
Tour booking confirmation
Required in some cases
Tour booking confirmation or list of participants (if part of a tour).
🏠Hotel
UKVI outcome letter
Required in some cases
Letter from UK Visas and Immigration confirming until when the applicant has been granted permission to stay in the United Kingdom.
Parental consent documents for minors
Optional
For minors travelling alone/with one parent: parental consent, certified copies of parents’ passports, British school certificate.

Booking your Germany appointment

When booking your appointment at a Germany TLS visa center in London, Manchester, or Edinburgh, check for available slots well in advance. Prepare all necessary documents ahead of time and arrive early on the day of your appointment to allow for any unexpected delays. Bring all originals and copies as required to avoid complications.