Germany is in the Schengen Area. EU/EEA nationals and many other nationalities (e.g. UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea) can enter for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa for fair visits and business meetings. Other nationalities need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa applied for before travel at a German embassy/consulate: adults pay EUR 90 (children 6–12 EUR 45, under 6 free), with standard processing of about 15 calendar days (may extend to 45). Exhibitors should confirm the correct category (business vs. tourism) and any A1/registration requirements with the consulate.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Entry for up to 90 days within any 180-day period for tourism, fair visits and business meetings; a valid passport and travel-purpose evidence may be requested at the border. Apply at the German embassy/consulate or an authorised centre before travel; children 6–12 pay EUR 45, under 6 free. Exhibitors should confirm the correct business-purpose category.
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