Passport requirements for a Germany visa
Last checked: 2026-09-16
Requirements may change. Always check the official source before applying.
Quick answer
Your passport must be genuine, valid for the required period and suitable for the visa to be issued. The exact validity and blank-page rules depend on the visa and checklist. Names and dates must match all supporting records.
Main requirements
- Passport validity meets the current checklist
- Sufficient blank pages
- Identity details are consistent
- Old passports are provided if requested
Documents to check
- Current passport
- Copies of identity and previous visa pages
- Old passports where relevant
- Civil record explaining a lawful name change
Step-by-step
- Check expiry before booking
- Compare every spelling and date
- Renew early if the passport is unsuitable
- Copy the pages requested by the mission
Common mistakes
- Applying with too little validity
- Different birth date or name across documents
- Damaged passport or missing requested copies
Next step
Return to the Germany hub and compare this route with the other legal options. Do not pay an agent or employer before verifying the information through an official source.
Official sources
Hanyar Turai provides educational information. It is not an embassy, government office or law firm and does not provide individual legal advice.