Germany visa requirements for Ugandans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Ugandans visiting Germany

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


  • An Ugandan passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (36 mm x 45 mm) taken in grey background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Medical travel insurance with coverage of at least 30,000 Euros.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Germany Visa for Ugandans

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- 15 days 90 days
Medical visa 10-15 days 90 days
Business visa 10-15 days 90 days

General Requirements for Germany Visa


  • An Ugandan passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (36 mm x 45 mm) taken in grey background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Medical travel insurance with coverage of at least 30,000 Euros.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Germany Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Medical visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Germany Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Uganda


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Germany currently does not maintain an embassy in Uganda. Citizens of Uganda are advised to use embassies/consulates in their neighboring countries for their applications.

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Frequently Asked Questions


Is Germany safe to travel to?

Germany is very safe. Health and infrastructure are of course modern and well kept up. Violent crime is rare in Germany, although travelers should be more careful in certain sections of larger cities. Petty crime such as pick-pocketing is more common there.


Should I learn German before traveling to Germany?

Travelers that can speak German are at an advantage. Germans learn English in school but to varying degrees. Some Germans don't speak English at all. As in most countries, locals will appreciate the attempts of foreigners to learn their language.


What is the age of majority in Germany?

The age of majority is the threshold of adulthood as recognized or declared in law. A person is considered an adult in Germany at the age of 18.


What can I do if they don’t recognize my school-leaving certificate in Germany?

If your secondary school-leaving certificate is not recognized in Germany, you can gain entrance qualification to a German university by completing a foundation course (“Studienkolleg”). You first have to pass an entrance examination to participate in a foundation course.


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