There is no need for you to make a cover letter when applying for Tourist Visa for Germany. But, if you wanted to be systematic when you come to German Consulate, make sure that you have these documents on file.
GERMAN TOURIST VISA COVER LETTER FOR __________________:
- APPOINTMENT LETTER
- APPLICATION FORM WITH DECLARATION
- 2 PASSPORT PHOTOGRAPHS
- A COPY OF VALID PASSPORT
- A COPY OF US RESIDENT CARD/GREENCARD/ US ALIEN REGISTRATION CARD
- A COPY OF MARRIAGE LICENSE
- A COPY OF BANK STATEMENTS CURRENT and PREVIOUS 3 MONTHS
-(NOTARIZED) Copy of GENERAL AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT OF THE PERSON WHO SPONSOR YOUR TRIP
AND A COPY OF THE SPONSORS PASSPORT
- COPY of TRAVEL/MEDICAL INSURANCE PROTECTION
GERMAN TOURIST VISA COVER LETTER FOR __________________:
- APPOINTMENT LETTER
- APPLICATION FORM WITH DECLARATION
- 2 PASSPORT PHOTOGRAPHS
- A COPY OF VALID PASSPORT
- A COPY OF US RESIDENT CARD/GREENCARD/ US ALIEN REGISTRATION CARD
- A COPY OF MARRIAGE LICENSE
- A COPY OF BANK STATEMENTS CURRENT and PREVIOUS 3 MONTHS
-(NOTARIZED) Copy of GENERAL AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT OF THE PERSON WHO SPONSOR YOUR TRIP
AND A COPY OF THE SPONSORS PASSPORT
- COPY of TRAVEL/MEDICAL INSURANCE PROTECTION
- COPY OF HOTEL/ RENTAL CAR/AIRLINE RESERVATION
- REFERENCE LETTER FROM EMPLOYER ( if you are working)
- PROOF OF RESIDENCE:
DRIVER'S LICENSE, ESTATE ID, WATER BILL, ELECTRIC BILL
- VISA FEES
1. Visit the website German.info which is the official Website here in the US. Find and click "Visa, Passport & Legal" then, click "VISA" then, "TOURIST VISA". There is a link which you can view if your country needed a VISA to visit GERMANY. Here is a sample list - you NEED A VISA if you are a passport holder in these countries : PHILIPPINES, VIETNAM, THAILAND, MYANMAR, KOREA (DEMOCRATIC PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC), JAMAICA, INDONESIA, INDIA, HAITI, EGYPT, CUBA, CHINA ( PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC), CAMBODIA AND many more.
2. Find the nearest consulate in your area.
3. Read carefully and fill up the Application Form. It is located at the bottom of "Tourist Visa" page.
4. Print it together with the Declaration.
5. Gather all the Documents listed in the cover letter.
6. REMEMBER: the passport photos should be serious and formal. Check out the photo examples in the site. If you are not sure, have your passport photo taken in the photo center nearby the German Consulate. Come 30 minutes earlier. They have strict requirements regarding the passport photo.
7. BRING the ORIGINAL PASSPORT,
- PROOF OF RESIDENCE:
DRIVER'S LICENSE, ESTATE ID, WATER BILL, ELECTRIC BILL
- VISA FEES
1. Visit the website German.info which is the official Website here in the US. Find and click "Visa, Passport & Legal" then, click "VISA" then, "TOURIST VISA". There is a link which you can view if your country needed a VISA to visit GERMANY. Here is a sample list - you NEED A VISA if you are a passport holder in these countries : PHILIPPINES, VIETNAM, THAILAND, MYANMAR, KOREA (DEMOCRATIC PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC), JAMAICA, INDONESIA, INDIA, HAITI, EGYPT, CUBA, CHINA ( PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC), CAMBODIA AND many more.
2. Find the nearest consulate in your area.
3. Read carefully and fill up the Application Form. It is located at the bottom of "Tourist Visa" page.
4. Print it together with the Declaration.
5. Gather all the Documents listed in the cover letter.
6. REMEMBER: the passport photos should be serious and formal. Check out the photo examples in the site. If you are not sure, have your passport photo taken in the photo center nearby the German Consulate. Come 30 minutes earlier. They have strict requirements regarding the passport photo.
7. BRING the ORIGINAL PASSPORT,
Take note: - Passport should be valid at least 3 months upon conclusion of your trip.
- should contain 2 blank pages
- issued with in the previous 10 years
They will not accept your application if none of these are true.
8. BRING ORIGINAL RESIDENT CARD/GREENCARD/US ALIEN REGISTRATION CARD
9. BRING ORIGINAL of BANK STATEMENTS
10.BRING THE ORIGINAL of your Travel and Medical Insurance: A Confirmation letter from health insurance stating your name, the coverage for emergency medical, hospitalisation and repatriation with a minimum of $50,000 for trips outside the US.
* If you have no insurance and you are an AMERICAN EXPRESS card holder, call them and get the AMEX Travel/Medical Insurance. It's only $109 for the whole year.
11. BRING THE ORIGINAL COPIES OF: TRAVEL/RENTAL CAR/AIRLINE RESERVATION (These are important documents that they needed. Purchase and reserve it before your appointment. -A MUST
12. Bring the Original copy of REFERENCE LETTER from Employer
13. BRING ORIGINAL COPIES of PROOF OF RESIDENCE.
14. BRING CASH FOR VISA FEES.
Go to the German Consulate on time. Do not argue. Give the documents only when they asked for it. Do not open a conversation especially when it is irrelevant. Answer when ask to avoid mistakes and complications. SMILE! GOODLUCK!
They will not accept your application if none of these are true.
8. BRING ORIGINAL RESIDENT CARD/GREENCARD/US ALIEN REGISTRATION CARD
9. BRING ORIGINAL of BANK STATEMENTS
10.BRING THE ORIGINAL of your Travel and Medical Insurance: A Confirmation letter from health insurance stating your name, the coverage for emergency medical, hospitalisation and repatriation with a minimum of $50,000 for trips outside the US.
* If you have no insurance and you are an AMERICAN EXPRESS card holder, call them and get the AMEX Travel/Medical Insurance. It's only $109 for the whole year.
11. BRING THE ORIGINAL COPIES OF: TRAVEL/RENTAL CAR/AIRLINE RESERVATION (These are important documents that they needed. Purchase and reserve it before your appointment. -A MUST
12. Bring the Original copy of REFERENCE LETTER from Employer
13. BRING ORIGINAL COPIES of PROOF OF RESIDENCE.
14. BRING CASH FOR VISA FEES.
Go to the German Consulate on time. Do not argue. Give the documents only when they asked for it. Do not open a conversation especially when it is irrelevant. Answer when ask to avoid mistakes and complications. SMILE! GOODLUCK!
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