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Do India citizens need a visa for Germany?

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India citizens need a visa to enter Germany. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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India vs Germany: passport comparison

India

27

visa-free countries

Global rank: #137 · mobility 85

Germany

125

visa-free countries

Global rank: #7 · mobility 171.3
23

countries both India and Germany can enter visa-free together

India + Germany: passport compatibility

38%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where India and Germany travel together — by entry type:

23 both visa-free
18 both visa on arrival
19 both e-visa / eTA
14 both need a visa
123 access differs

Where India and Germany can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (23)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Angola 30 days #168
Barbados 90 days #48
Dominica 180 days #70
El Salvador 180 days #75
Fiji 120 days #103
Gambia 90 days #132
Grenada 90 days #65
Haiti 90 days #175
Jamaica 90 days #100
Kazakhstan 14 days #116
Kiribati 90 days #84
Macao 30 days #67
Malaysia 90 days #41
Mauritius 90 days #66
Micronesia 30 days #89
Palestine 90 days #193
Saint Kitts and Nevis 90 days #54
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Senegal 90 days #141
Seychelles 90 days #58
Thailand 60 days #110
Trinidad and Tobago 90 days #63
Vanuatu 120 days #105

Only India is visa-free (4)

Germany: good to know

Berlin

Capital

Euro (EUR)

Currency

Central European Time (UTC+1)

Time zone

+49

Calling code

C, F

Power plug

230V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

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Documents you'll usually need for Germany

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do India citizens need a visa for Germany?
India citizens need a visa to enter Germany. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — India or Germany?
The Germany passport is stronger: 125 visa-free countries versus 27. Global rank: India #137, Germany #7.
Where can India and Germany citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 23 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Germany?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between India and Germany?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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