Read the list of documents which need to be submitted with your visa application based on your travel purpose/category and prepare the documents carefully. Always choose the correct travel purpose/category.
Please note, that no further documents will be admitted for submission once the application has been transferred to the German mission.
Thus, make sure that you your documents are complete at the time of application.
Please find details on the website article of the German Missions in South Africa here.
You are planning a business trip to Germany?
Business visit (less than 90 days)
You are attending a trade fair in Germany?
You are a family member of an EU citizen (non-German)? Special requirements apply in this case – regardless whether you are travelling for business or tourism purposes.
Family members of non-German EU citizens