Facts about Germany
Visiting Germany is a vacation worth taking for every traveler. Asides from being one of the safest travel destinations in the world, the country is rich in history, culture, outdoor activities, and of course its cities. The country is home to the world’s leading trade fairs, the ITB Berlin. Also, the Oktoberfest which takes place in Munich between September and October is one of the main events which draws a lot of tourists to the country. The Oktoberfest draws as much as 6 million tourists to the country yearly. Tourists in the country also have the liberty of engaging in winter sports like alpine skiing, snowboarding, bobsledding, and cross-country skiing in various regions in the country.
Germany is the ninth most visited country in the world. In 2012, over 30.4 million international tourists visited the country bringing over $38 billion in international tourism. The tourism industry is responsible for contributing 4.5% of the German GDP and provides 2 million jobs. The number of visitors is expected to increase significantly in the years to come.
Travelers are not allowed to enter or leave the country with more than €10,000 or its equivalent in any currency.
Basic Travel Requirements for Kenyans visiting Germany
- Kenyan passport with a validity of 3 months after the intended date of exit from the country. The passport should have two blank pages for necessary stamps.
- Duly completed visa application form which has been signed where necessary.
- One biometric passport-size photograph taken with a white background. The passport must not be older than 3 months old.
- Bank statement and pay slips of the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof that you can cater for yourself during your stay in the country.
- Valid travel insurance with a coverage of €30,000 for medical insurance.
- Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Return or onward ticket.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Types of Germany Visa
| Types of Visa |
Processing Time |
Duration of Stay |
| Tourist Visa |
15 days |
90 days |
| Business Visa |
15 days |
90 days |
| Medical Visa |
15 days |
90 days |
| Student Visa |
15 days |
More than 90 days |
| Work Visa |
15 days |
More than 90 days |
| Transit Visa |
15 days |
5 days |
| Visa |
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Places in Visas of Germany Fees
| Visa Type |
Sub Type |
Visa Fees |
| Tourist Visa |
|
60.00 (EUR)
|
| Business Visa |
|
60.00 (EUR)
|
| Medical Visa |
|
60.00 (EUR)
|
| Student Visa |
|
75.00 (EUR)
|
| Work Visa |
|
75.00 (EUR)
|
| Transit Visa |
|
60.00 (EUR)
|
| Visa |
|
Not available
|
