Germany sits in the Schengen area. EU/EEA and Swiss nationals enter with a national identity card, while UK, US, Canadian, Australian, Japanese and most other visa-waiver passport holders can attend the show visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Nationals of India, China, Turkey and other non-waiver countries need a Schengen Type C short-stay business visa, costing EUR 90 for adults, applied for at the German embassy or consulate in your country of residence at least 15 days — ideally 6–8 weeks — before travel. Carry your registration confirmation or exhibitor invitation, hotel booking, valid travel insurance and proof of funds, and keep a passport valid for at least three months beyond departure.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Apply at the German embassy or consulate in your country of residence; bring the fair invitation or registration confirmation, hotel booking, travel insurance and proof of funds. Children aged 6–12 pay a reduced EUR 45 fee. Document previous Schengen travel and ongoing supplier relationships to support a multi-entry validity of one to five years.
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