United Kingdom Visa for German citizens (2026)
Travelling to United Kingdom on a Germany passport currently means using a traditional visa route rather than the online eVisa. Below is what applies to German citizens and the most reliable way to proceed.
Online eVisa
Not available
Government fee
depend on the visa type you choose
Processing
3 working days
Permitted stay
Varies by visa type
Can German citizens get a United Kingdom eVisa?
Because German citizens are not on the United Kingdom online eligibility list, an eVisa cannot be issued from this nationality. The dependable path is a traditional United Kingdom visa through an embassy or consulate, and our team can confirm the current process for Germany passport holders before you commit to travel dates.
United Kingdom visa options for German citizens
Single Entry for 6 months
Duration
180 days
Processing
3 working days
Validity
180 days
Gov. fee
$67.00
Single Entry for 6 months
Duration
180 days
Processing
3 working days
Validity
180 days
Gov. fee
$67.00
Single Entry for 6 months
Duration
180 days
Processing
3 working days
Validity
180 days
Gov. fee
$67.00
Single Entry for 6 months
Duration
180 days
Processing
3 working days
Validity
180 days
Gov. fee
$67.00
Documents and tips for German travellers
German passports are issued for 10 years to adults; verify the validity buffer required by the destination beyond your stay. Fees are in US dollars, so German applicants may see a EUR conversion on their statement. The most common avoidable mistake for German citizens: entering names with special characters differently from the passport’s machine-readable zone, causing a data mismatch.
- Transcribe names with umlauts as shown in the machine-readable zone of your German passport (e.g. ü may appear as ue).
- Confirm whether the destination needs an eVisa even though many are visa-free for short stays from Germany.
- Keep a printed copy as backup, as not every transit airport accepts a phone screen.
United Kingdom visa FAQ for German citizens
Do German citizens need a visa for United Kingdom?v
How can German citizens get a visa for United Kingdom?v
What passport validity do German citizens need for United Kingdom?v
Next steps
Visa rules can change. Confirm details with official United Kingdom immigration authorities close to your travel date.
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