How to get a visa for Germany from Tunisia?

When a non-Schengen citizen wishes to travel to one of the 29 member countries of this zone, they are required to hold a valid visa that will allow them to move freely within the borders of this country for a duration of 90 days under a “short stay” arrangement.

Although visa exemption agreements exist with various countries, nationals from Tunisia must present themselves at the Schengen area borders with a visa to travel to Germany.

Where should a visa application for Germany be submitted in Tunisia?

Depending on the situation, the consulate or embassy of the destination country is responsible for receiving and processing visa applications. However, these services are often outsourced to companies specializing in handling such cases.

In the case of Tunisia, several VFS centers can process Schengen visa applications.

German Embassy in Tunisia

• Address: Rue du Lac Windemere, Tunis, Tunisia.
• Website: tunis.diplo.de/
• Phone: +216 71 143 200

The necessary procedures to obtain your visa for Germany can also be done online, through the web service of one of the VFS centers. You will be able to get the application form to fill out and schedule the required appointment to finalize your request by providing all the necessary supporting documents: vfsglobal.com/germany/tunisia/French/know-your-visa-type.html

Similar services are available for applicants from other Maghreb countries. This online application allows any traveler to obtain their visa application file without having to go to an embassy or consulate.

To apply for a visa for Germany from Morocco, this page will be useful.

To obtain the application file for a visa for Germany from Algeria, refer to this page.

What documents must the applicant provide to obtain a visa for Germany?

When submitting your visa application file, make sure to provide all the required documents. Each one is important for the issuance of your residence permit for Germany.

• A recent color photo, with a white or light gray background.
• A photocopy of the passport (with validity beyond the period of the intended travel).
• A letter detailing the purpose of the trip (tourism, family, etc.).
• Round-trip flight reservation confirmation.
• Accommodation proofs (family accommodation, hotel reservation, etc.).
• Financial documents: (last 3 pay slips, original bank statement, etc.) confirming your financial stability and ability to cover your needs during the stay.
• Travel insurance certificate: this coverage is mandatory to ensure the traveler's safety.

Important: It is mandatory to provide the originals of the expected documents. If some of these documents are written in Arabic, make sure to provide translations for each one.

For all citizens from countries outside the Schengen area, the list of supporting documents to be provided is the same. Also, note that the "short stay" visa does not cover travel for work or study purposes. If one of these two reasons is prompting your visa application, make sure to specify the nature of your stay so you are directed to the correct type of document.

Who needs a Schengen visa to travel to Germany?

All residents of Tunisia must travel with a Schengen visa. This obviously includes children.

Although this residence permit is free for children under 6 years old, it is necessary to apply on their behalf. Here are the details of the fees:

• Adult: 80 €.
• Child from 12 to 18 years old: 80 €.
• Child from 6 to 11 years old: 40 €.
• Child under 6 years old: free.

Where should you submit your visa application for Germany from Tunisia?

The German Embassy in Tunisia has outsourced the collection of visa applications to VFS Global. You must first register on the company's website to fill out a form, learn about the required supporting documents, and schedule an appointment to submit your complete file at the center in Tunis.

How to track the progress of my visa application for Germany submitted in Tunisia?

A reference number will be provided to you when submitting your visa application file to VFS Global. With this reference and your last name, you can log into the website of this organization to track the progress of your file.

Will I be refunded for visa and service fees if my visa application for Germany submitted in Tunisia is rejected?

No. The service and visa fees, paid in cash and local currency, are non-refundable even if the visa application is rejected.