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The image shows the Iranian flag. Currently, the German Embassy in Tehran, Iran, is no longer issuing or processing visas for Germany.
Authority

German Embassy in Iran suspends visa issuance

Due to the tense security situation, the German Embassy in Iran has stopped issuing visas. When operations will resume is...

  • 16.02.2026
  • 14:00
The picture shows the Syrian flag. Syria has opened a new consulate general in Bonn. It will be responsible for passports and visas in future.
General

Syria opens Consulate General in Bonn

Syria has opened a new consulate general in Bonn. It serves as an additional point of contact for Syrian citizens and is intended in particular to provide passport...

  • 13.02.2026
  • 12:30
The picture shows a family from Ukraine with two parents and one child. The child is carrying the Ukrainian flag. Germany has extended visa-free entry for Ukrainians until December 2026. However, some restrictions are now in effect.
Residence permit

Germany extends visa-free entry and residence rules for Ukrainians – but with new restrictions

Germany extends visa-free entry for Ukrainians until 2026 – but with important restrictions for the first time. Anyone who is in another EU country...

  • 10.12.2025
  • 14:00
The picture shows an Afghan woman holding up a card with the flag of Afghanistan. The Afghan Consulate General in Bonn resumes its work after several weeks of closure. According to the Afghan Foreign Ministry, this is being done under the direction of a representative sent by the Taliban. However, the German government contradicts this statement.
General

Afghan consulate in Bonn reopens - Under Taliban leadership?

After weeks of closure, the Afghan consulate in Bonn has resumed its work. But who is running it now -...

  • 11.11.2025
  • 14:00
The picture shows an Afghan woman holding up a card with the flag of Afghanistan. The Afghan Consulate General in Bonn resumes its work after several weeks of closure. According to the Afghan Foreign Ministry, this is being done under the direction of a representative sent by the Taliban. However, the German government contradicts this statement.
General

Taliban representative heads Afghan consulate general in Bonn

Taliban representatives are now in charge of the Afghan Consulate General in Bonn. According to the ARD report, this could give them access to sensitive data of Afghans in...

  • 24.10.2025
  • 14:15
The picture shows a man at passport control and entering the EU. From October 2025, a new entry and exit system will apply in the EU. People with and without visas from third countries will be particularly affected.
General

EU introduces new border control system - What will change for third-country nationals when entering the EU

From October 2025, the EU will introduce the new digital entry and exit system (EES). What changes for travelers from non-EU countries...

  • 14.10.2025
  • 14:00
The picture shows a visa application for the EU. The European Union has tightened its visa rules. In future, the EU will be able to suspend visa-free travel for certain third countries more quickly. People from these countries would then need a visa to enter the Schengen area.
EU law

EU wants to suspend visa-free travel sooner - Which countries could be affected?

The European Parliament has voted in favor of a reform of EU visa policy. In future, visa-free entry for certain countries can be suspended more quickly...

  • 09.10.2025
  • 13:42
The picture shows an airplane landing. After promises of admission, the first Afghans in Pakistan now receive a visa for Germany.
Asylum

German government relents: Afghan family receives visas for Germany

After more than a year of waiting, an Afghan family has finally been allowed to enter Germany. The Berlin Administrative Court granted the family permission to...

  • 18.08.2025
  • 13:00
The picture shows an airplane taking off. Despite a promise of admission, local Afghans are not granted visas for Germany. Now the government is appealing against a court ruling in the case of an Afghan family.
Politics

No visa for Afghan family - German government lodges objection

Despite a promise of admission, the German government refuses to grant visas to an Afghan family. Now the case is going before the Higher Administrative Court....

  • 23.07.2025
  • 13:00
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