Visa information for Non-Canadian citizens
Who needs a visa
Entry clearance requirements for non-Canadian citizens depend on the citizenship and resident status of the traveller. Citizens of many countries do not need a visa to visit Germany for stays up to 90 days. Please check the country list to determine whether you need a visa.
List of states whose citizens require visas to enter Germany - overview
Short stays up to 90 days and Airport transit
Citizens wishing to stay in Germany up to 90 days within 6 months period or transit via Germany and if they do not attend to work in Germany they will need to apply for a Schnengen visa. The Schengen visa does also entitle to enter the other Schengen countries for tourist, business or visitor reasons.
Short stays up to 90 days and Airport transit
Long stays in Germany
Citizens wishing to stay in Germany longer than 90 days or attending to work have to apply for a residence permit.
