How to Get a Digital Nomad Visa in Germany

Documents for a Germany Digital Nomad Visa

Requirements may vary from consulate to consulate in different countries.

• Printed and signed national visa application form
• 3 biometric photos
• Passport and passport
• Biography
• Adequate health insurance
• Pension plan (if over 45 years old)
• Fee payment €75
  

Additionally for Freelance visa (Freiberufler) you will need:

• Fill out a form about financial solvency: bank statements, work contracts, payments from clients, deposits, etc.
• Fill in a form about future earnings forecasts
• Resume and motivation letter
• Educational Diploma. Will look at the ANABIN database (look for your university in the Suchen tab).
• 2-3 letters from German client companies where they should tell you why they work with you and what you do for them
• 2-3 letters of recommendation from past or current clients
• Examples of work, portfolio (when applicable)
  

Additionally for Self-employment visa (Selbständiger) you will need:

• Fill out a business plan form
• Fill in the company profile form
• Fill in the business concept form
• Fill in the form about future costs

All documents, except passports and insurance, must be translated into German and certified.

Step-by-step guide to get Germany Digital Nomad Visa

In order for a digital nomad to get a visa for Germany, you will need to do the following:

1. Gather the documents for a national D visa
2. Make an appointment at the German consulate
3. Wait for your visa (4 to 6 weeks)
4. Come to Germany on the visa (it is valid for 3 months)
5. Make an appointment at the nearest Foreign Office (Ausländerbehörde).
6. Find accommodation in Germany and sign a contract
7. Register your accommodation with the local Ministry of Interior (Bürgeramt)
8. Register your activities with the tax office (Finanzamt)
9. Open a bank account (e.g. with N26)
10. Get German insurance (e.g. from TK)
11. Go to your appointment at the Foreign Office with all documents, including the new ones.
12. Pay €100 for the card
13. Wait for the residence card

Official website of the program.