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Do citizens of China need a visa for Germany?

Visa required

Yes. China passport holders need a visa for Germany and must get it before the trip, from an embassy or consulate.

Entry rule
Visa required
Length of stay
Set by the visa
Where to get it
Embassy or consulate
Last checked
Nov 9, 2026
Embassy or consulateDocument checklist

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

Germany missions in China

Consulate GeneralHong Kong

Consulate General of Germany, Hong Kong

Data completeness100%
Address
21/F United Centre, 95 Queensway, Admiralty, Central District, Hong Kong
Phone
+852-2105-8788+852 2105 8788
Email
info@hongkong.diplo.de
Website
hongkong.diplo.de
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 08:30-11:30 open "online appointment is required for visa or passport application and other consular services"; Mo,We,Fr 08:30-09:00 open "visa collection"; PH off
Also covers
Hong Kong, Macao
DirectionsCallOfficial site
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Source: Wikidata Q19603937 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Jun 22, 2025Est. 1953
Consulate GeneralShanghai

Consulate-General of Germany, Shanghai

Data completeness90%
Address
Yongfu Rd. 181, Shanghai
Phone
+86-21-34010106
Website
shanghai.diplo.de
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
94,380
Visas issued
92,001
Refused
2,109
Refusal rate
2.2%
Multiple-entry share: 99%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
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Source: Wikidata Q1501886 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Jun 22, 2025Est. 1982
See all: Germany missions in China (7)

How a Schengen visa application works

  1. A Schengen visa allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period and is valid in all 29 Schengen countries.
  2. Apply at the consulate of the country that is the main purpose of the trip. If the purposes are equal, apply to the country where you will stay longest.
  3. Applications are accepted from 6 months until 15 days before the trip. A decision usually takes 15 calendar days and can take up to 45.
  4. Fingerprints are taken at the first application and can be reused for 59 months.
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Document checklist: China → Germany

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area and issued within the last 10 years.
  • Completed visa application form.
  • Recent passport photos.
  • Travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 coverage valid in all Schengen countries.
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Employment letter or proof of business/studies.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Return or onward ticket.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

China missions in Germany

  • Embassy of the People's Republic of China, BerlinEmbassy · Berlin · +49 30 26390790See all
  • Botschaft der Volksrepublik China (Bonn)Embassy · BonnSee all
  • consulate general of China, MunichConsulate General · Munich · +49 89 17 30 16 25See all
  • Consulate general of China, HamburgConsulate General · Hamburg · +49 40 82276018See all
China embassy & consulates in Germany

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Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of China need a visa for Germany?

Yes. China passport holders need a visa for Germany and must get it before the trip, from an embassy or consulate. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How long can citizens of China stay in Germany?

The length of stay is set by the visa that is issued.

Where is the Germany embassy in China?

The Germany embassy in China is in Beijing.