eineFrau:
I’m good thank you. Hope you are too. I made photocopies of only the documents with originals like birth certificate, passport, etc.
the embassy in Lagos accepts POS and they weren’t extra friendly. They were just okay if you have all your documents and they are arranged in the right order.

eineFrau:
3rd of June is still a bit far away by the embassy’s standards. So I’ll suggest you wait a bit longer. Don’t worry too much, it’ll most likely end in good news.

Hanihani:
Good evening … please, is this what their appointment link looks like ?

jaeima:
Yes, that is it.
Just keep checking at early mornings and nighttime. You’ll surely get a date.

Hanihani:
thank you kindly , I finally got a date …

jaeima:
Hello everyone
Just found out this page existed.

My brother invited my parents to see their grandchild and they went for the interview on the 29th of April but up till now we haven’t heard from the embassy. On the website they said it’s 14 day to process the visa but it’s currently longer than 14 days.
Note: All documents were provided for even ties to the country
Their time of departure is drawing closer

Should I be worried?

Ifeoluwa1794:


Hello have you heard anything from the German embassy yet? I know someone that also did her interview on the 3rd of May and hasn’t heard anything from them.

Ifeoluwa1794:


Hello have you heard anything from the German embassy yet? I know someone that also did her interview on the 3rd of May and hasn’t heard anything from them.

jaeima:
Hi there!
My brother received a mail from the embassy today to confirm their accommodation.
So we should get a feedback early next week.

eineFrau:
3rd of June is still a bit far away by the embassy’s standards. So I’ll suggest you wait a bit longer. Don’t worry too much, it’ll most likely end in good news.

jaeima:
It ended in good news ooo
My parents got their visas today
First time applying and it’s valid for 3 months
Thank you so much

cooooooks:
https://www.euronews.com/travel/2024/05/28/germany-is-making-it-easier-for-foreign-workers-to-move-to-the-country-this-summer

Opportunity Card program starts 1 June 2024.

A points system that gives points for C1 English or/and B1 or B2 German, under 40, field of study, etc

Zoey1:
Congratulations.
The important thing is the duration of stay.. check that properly…. It’s importanter.

jaeima:
Thank you.
Yeah, they attached an accompanying note explaining the duration of stay.
It’s 90 days for both of them.

Jamolili:


I submitted personal Tax clearance.

jaeima:
From Nigeria to Germany
Interview done at Lagos embassy on the 29th
Visit visa

Ifeoluwa1794:


Hello have you heard anything from the German embassy yet? I know someone that also did her interview on the 3rd of May and hasn’t heard anything from them.

Cashmadam:


I was at the German Embassy recently and was informed that they have a lot of backlog and the timeline might exceed the 15 days promised.

I will share my experience at the Embassy and hope the information below will be useful to someone out there:

1. Get there early - at least 30 minutes before your appointment.
2. Bags are not allowed.
3. You can take in your phone and/or car keys. They will be kept in a safe locker and the key will be given to you.
4. If you are driving, park in the big carpark near the American Embassy. It is safe and just about 5 minutes walk to the German Embassy. Gate fee is N1,000
5. Avoid touts in and around the carpark. They will extort you and maybe even confuse you. They cannot help you in anyway.
6. Ensure you go through the checklist provided by the Embassy and follow it to the letter
7. Arrange your documents! One set originals + one set photocopies. When it is your turn, handover all your documents at once. They get irritated if you are sluggish or your documents are not handed over quickly
8. Ensure your passport picture meets the Embassy's specification. If it doesn't, you will be asked to go take another one. They are quite expensive around the Embassy but photographers are readily available
9. The man at the entrance who will check your appointment letter is very bossy and rude. Ignore him. Just keep quiet if you are provoked. He is power drunk. Don't allow him get to you.
10. The security guys inside will solicit for money when you are on your way out. I noticed they openly accepted money from applicants - something that can never happen in the American Embassy. I found that very unprofessional. It is your perogative to give or not to give. I did not give as the guy at the entrance already annoyed me and I waited 4 hours. I was not in the mood to dash anybody any money.
11. Take toilet paper with you - if possible, avoid using the visitor's toilet. It smelt badly and was very dirty. Quite disappointing..
12. If you can, don't plan other things for the same day as your appointment. I spent 4 hours in the Embassy! If I had planned to do other things, my plans would have been in a mess.
13. Apply early! They promise 15 days but it might take longer
14. If possible, eat before you leave home. The process is long and draining...
15. You can pay with cash or ATM Card. If you have two cards or more, take all of them. If one card does not work you can try others. The visa is N116,500. If you can, take cash to avoid stories... My card worked very well as expected (guess the bank ). However, I saw other bank cards fail. I won't mention the banks.....
16. Wear comfortable cloths and shoes. Dress neatly and look well groomed. Smell nice
17. Speak confidently and answer only the question you are asked. Do not over explain any point. Ensure your answers are short, sharp and simple.
18. If possible, have a list of all the original documents you submit. I didn't expect them to take the originals of my documents (I thought originals will be sighted and returned). When you have a list, you can check to ensure all your documents are returned. My birth certificate and NIN slips were returned. I was told they are not required. Take yours oh! Just in case.
19. If you need your passport before your visa is issued, you can request for it. I don't know the process but was told it is very possible and will not affect the eventual issuance of the visa.
20. Pray. But be prepared. Prayer without works is......?
21. Do not submit fake documents! A word is enough for the wise.

If you have any question, do ask. I will respond.

Good luck!

Zoey1:
Have you gotten feedback from them?

Cashmadam:


Yes.

Zoey1:
Congratulations.
Did it take the whole of that 15days?
Permit to ask what duration you got?
Was if for your schedued trip only or they exceeded it?
Thanks

Cashmadam:


Thank you.

I got it in about 9 days (including weekend). However, I was told there is a backlog - which obviously didn't affect me. I think the lady was just trying to prepare my mind in case it exceeded the 15 days.

The visa covers the duration of my event with some extra days added - it's a business trip.

Hanihani:
Good evening … please, is this what their appointment link looks like ?

mandrel:


Hi guys good evening, I have been struggling to book an appoint meant still no hope, I found an appointment at the Spain consulate it it possible to go Germany through Spain I am a first time traveler and I have no idea what documents are required.

Cashmadam:


I was at the German Embassy recently and was informed that they have a lot of backlog and the timeline might exceed the 15 days promised.

I will share my experience at the Embassy and hope the information below will be useful to someone out there:

1. Get there early - at least 30 minutes before your appointment.
2. Bags are not allowed.
3. You can take in your phone and/or car keys. They will be kept in a safe locker and the key will be given to you.
4. If you are driving, park in the big carpark near the American Embassy. It is safe and just about 5 minutes walk to the German Embassy. Gate fee is N1,000
5. Avoid touts in and around the carpark. They will extort you and maybe even confuse you. They cannot help you in anyway.
6. Ensure you go through the checklist provided by the Embassy and follow it to the letter
7. Arrange your documents! One set originals + one set photocopies. When it is your turn, handover all your documents at once. They get irritated if you are sluggish or your documents are not handed over quickly
8. Ensure your passport picture meets the Embassy's specification. If it doesn't, you will be asked to go take another one. They are quite expensive around the Embassy but photographers are readily available
9. The man at the entrance who will check your appointment letter is very bossy and rude. Ignore him. Just keep quiet if you are provoked. He is power drunk. Don't allow him get to you.
10. The security guys inside will solicit for money when you are on your way out. I noticed they openly accepted money from applicants - something that can never happen in the American Embassy. I found that very unprofessional. It is your perogative to give or not to give. I did not give as the guy at the entrance already annoyed me and I waited 4 hours. I was not in the mood to dash anybody any money.
11. Take toilet paper with you - if possible, avoid using the visitor's toilet. It smelt badly and was very dirty. Quite disappointing..
12. If you can, don't plan other things for the same day as your appointment. I spent 4 hours in the Embassy! If I had planned to do other things, my plans would have been in a mess.
13. Apply early! They promise 15 days but it might take longer
14. If possible, eat before you leave home. The process is long and draining...
15. You can pay with cash or ATM Card. If you have two cards or more, take all of them. If one card does not work you can try others. The visa is N116,000. I believe you will pay extra N500 if you pay cash (maybe as handling charge, I'm not sure). If you can, take cash to avoid stories... My card worked very well as expected (guess the bank ). However, I saw other bank cards fail. I won't mention the banks.....
16. Wear comfortable cloths and shoes. Dress neatly and look well groomed. Smell nice
17. Speak confidently and answer only the question you are asked. Do not over explain any point. Ensure your answers are short, sharp and simple.
18. If possible, have a list of all the original documents you submit. I didn't expect them to take the originals of my documents (I thought originals will be sighted and returned). When you have a list, you can check to ensure all your documents are returned. My birth certificate and NIN slips were returned. I was told they are not required. Take yours oh! Just in case.
19. If you need your passport before your visa is issued, you can request for it. I don't know the process but was told it is very possible and will not affect the eventual issuance of the visa.
20. Pray. But be prepared. Prayer without works is......?
21. Do not submit fake documents! A word is enough for the wise.

If you have any question, do ask. I will respond.

Good luck!

Cashmadam:


Yes. However, you must enter Spain if you get your visa from their Embassy.

Fill the normal Schengen visa form. A quick search via google.. You will also find the checklist for documents you require. Everything you need can be found online.

mandrel:
thank you so much, I have a quick question regarding the health insurance is it compulsory and is that price required cause I finally got an appointment at the German consulate and in the check list I saw a requirement of 30,000 euro health insurance