Germany visa requirements for Senegaleses

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Senegaleses visiting Germany

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a German Visa.

  • Original passport of the applicant for at least 6 months from the date of travel.
  • 35mm X 44mm Passport photograph with the dimensions showing 80% of the face.
  • Snapshots or computer pictures are not acceptable.
  • Germany's visa application form that is completely filled and signed is required.
  • Application form for minors should be signed by the parent or legal guardian.
  • The name on the visa application must be the same as the passport. If they are not the same the application will be rejected and you have to reapply.
  • The air tickets along with the ticket number are required.
  • A day to day travel itinerary in Germany should be provided.
  • While returning to Senegal, a document should be submitted to the immigration department showing that the applicant does not yellow fever.
  • For children below 7 years travelling, the birth certificate along with the polio vaccination certificate needs to be provided.

Germany Visa for Senegaleses

Facts about Germany

Visiting Germany is a vacation worth taking for every traveler. Asides from being one of the safest travel destinations in the world, the country is rich in history, culture, outdoor activities, and of course its cities. The country is home to the world’s leading trade fairs, the ITB Berlin. Also, the Oktoberfest which takes place in Munich between September and October is one of the main events which draws a lot of tourists to the country. The Oktoberfest draws as much as 6 million tourists to the country yearly. Tourists in the country also have the liberty of engaging in winter sports like alpine skiing, snowboarding, bobsledding, and cross-country skiing in various regions in the country.
 
Germany is the ninth most visited country in the world. In 2012, over 30.4 million international tourists visited the country bringing over $38 billion in international tourism. The tourism industry is responsible for contributing 4.5% of the German GDP and provides 2 million jobs. The number of visitors is expected to increase significantly in the years to come.

Types of Germany Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 10 to 15 business days 90 days
Business visa 10 to 15 business days 90 days

General Requirements for Germany Visa

  • Original passport of the applicant for at least 6 months from the date of travel.
  • 35mm X 44mm Passport photograph with the dimensions showing 80% of the face.
  • Snapshots or computer pictures are not acceptable.
  • Germany's visa application form that is completely filled and signed is required.
  • Application form for minors should be signed by the parent or legal guardian.
  • The name on the visa application must be the same as the passport. If they are not the same the application will be rejected and you have to reapply.
  • The air tickets along with the ticket number are required.
  • A day to day travel itinerary in Germany should be provided.
  • While returning to Senegal, a document should be submitted to the immigration department showing that the applicant does not yellow fever.
  • For children below 7 years travelling, the birth certificate along with the polio vaccination certificate needs to be provided.
Germany Tourist visa Germany Business visa

Germany Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The tourist visa is granted to foreigners visiting Germany for the purpose of tourism or cultural and recreational activities. 
  • A German tourist visa is valid only up to 90 days.
  • A valid signed passport showing at least six months’ validity from the date of entry in Germany.
  • Passport should contain one full blank page visa entry stamp.
  • Germany visa application form that is filled out, printed, signed and dated by the applicant.
  • One recent passport photo, front view, taken against a white background is required.
  • A copy of a booked itinerary showing travel to and from Germany, passenger names, flight numbers, and arrival/departure dates.
  • A copy of a proof of residence within the consular jurisdiction for the past 12 months should be provided.
  • For minors travelling alone, both parents must sign the Application form.
  • The original and one copy of the birth certificate must be presented by minors.
  • A notarized visa consent letter for minor children must be presented, signed by both parents (even if the minor is travelling with both parents)
  • Immunization record for polio for children between ages of three months and six years. 
  • Note that the notarization of documents issued in Senegal must be done by a Notary Public within the jurisdiction of this Consulate.

Germany Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Original Senegal passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel to Germany.
  • 1 recent passport size photograph taken against a white background is required.
  • Correctly filled and signed Germany visa application form of the applicant.
  • A covering letter which has the company letterhead, the name of the company,  the designation of the candidate, the department applicant works in and the contact information.
  • Letter of invitation from the concerned organization in Germany.
  • The letter should also include all the details of the organization that has invited the applicant to Germany such as the registration number of the organisation, the duration and purpose of stay of the applicant.
  • Travel itinerary showing entry and exit from Germany.
  • A document showing proof of registration of the company.
  • The applicant’s income tax returns from the past 3 years.
  • The applicant’s bank statements from the previous 6 months with sufficient amount of money in the account, seal of the concerned bank and its signature.
  • Salary slip of the candidate from the past three months from the most recent organisation applicant has worked for.
  • While returning to Senegal, the applicant has to produce a document to the immigration department that clears him or her from yellow fever.

Germany Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Germany Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Senegal

Location

Address

Dakar

Herzegovacka 10 Dakar Senegal

www.dakar.dipl.de

ambassaderfa@metissacana.sn

(+221) 889 48 84

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the emergency numbers in Germany?

112 is one of the emergency numbers in Germany. In Germany, the 112 emergency number is traditionally considered as a "fire emergency" and "medical assistance emergency" while 110 is known as the "police emergency" number. The average time to answer a 112 call is 9 seconds.

What is Germany Known for?

Germany is well known for being the largest national economy in Europe and one of the biggest in the world.

How can I extend my German tourist visa?

To complete the application, collect the required documents and submit them prior to the expiration of your visa. Passport, along with the valid visa with which you have entered Germany, which means you must apply before the expiration of your visa validity and not after.

Is vaccination required for German visa?

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Germany visa. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Germany: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

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