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Visa for long term stay - National Visa

VIS - Visa Information System

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Here you find all information about the different national visa categories.

If you intend to stay in Germany for more than 90 days, you have to apply for a national visa (long stay). This type of visa has to be applied for if you want to join a family member living in Germany or if you are interested to study or work in Germany.

The German Embassy in Accra accepts visa applications from nationals and residents of GHANA, LIBERIA and SIERRA LEONE.

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Appointments and general questions on visa issues - Questions and their answers

FAQs on general visa matters and their answers

National Visa - Questions and their answers

FAQs on national visa and their answers

Family Reunion Visa - Questions and their answers

FAQs on family reunion visa and their answers

Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions about moving to, and taking up employment in, Germany as a skilled worker.

Moving to Germany as a skilled worker

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Visa for Family Reunion

Here you find information on national visa for family reunion of spouses, minor children, parents of German minor children and for marriage purposes.

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National Visa for Studies and Language Courses

Here you will find information on applying for a visa to study or to take part in a language course for a stay of 3 months or more in Germany

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Long term visa for Employment

Here you will find information about taking up employment for the EU Blue Card, skilled workers according to the FEG, au pairs, voluntary services, vocational training, researchers and scientists as well as visa for the Opportunity card.

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Visa for Re-entry

Here you will find information about the re-entry visa if you already have a legal residence in Germany and are denied entry due to a lost or expired residence permit.

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