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Schengen visa

Citizens of some non-EU countries are required to hold a valid Schengen visa when travelling to the Schengen area, which is a group of European countries that allows a person, who has been admitted to the Schengen Area, to travel without any further form of border control within the Schengen Area.

Current Schengen States are: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland.

A Schengen visa is a short stay visa, i.e. for stays up to 90 days, allowing its holder to travel in the Schengen Area.

A Schengen visa has to be obtained from the Mission of the Schengen State, which will be the main destination (i.e. where the most nights will be spent) during a single trip to the Schengen Area. For applicants intending to travel to Latvia as the main destination, you may submit your visa application at VFS to be forwarded to and decided by the Embassy of Republic Federal Germany.

A single trip is considered when an applicant enters the Schengen Area, stays there for a certain period and eventually leaves the Schengen Area.

If an equal amount of nights will be spent in different Schengen States during a single trip to the Schengen Area, then the Schengen visa must be obtained with the Mission of the Schengen State, which will be entered first.

The documentation related to the means of travel and accommodation must cover the complete itinerary of the single trip to the Schengen Area; i.e. printouts of intended flight bookings or other proof of intended ways of travel, not only for the travel from and to the Schengen Area, but also for the travel between the different Schengen States, when more than one Schengen State will be visited during the single trip.

Each Schengen visa application must fully comply with the documents required for the respective visa category and can only be submitted up to six months before the intended departure date.

The acceptance of a Schengen visa application and supporting documents by VFS does not guarantee the issuance of a Schengen visa.

The issuance of a Schengen visa, the Schengen visa validity period, the number of entries and amount of travel days are at the sole discretion of the Mission.

If a visa application is returned by the Mission requesting missing documents or any other missing/ incorrect information, the applicant must accept responsibility for any delay that may occur in the visa application processing time.

Holders of valid Schengen visas are still subject to immigration control upon arrival in the Schengen Area and are not necessarily guaranteed entry into any of the Schengen countries, even though they may hold a valid Schengen visa for these countries.

Following visa categories are considered Short stay visas:

Schengen Visa

A Schengen visa is a short stay visa, i.e. for stays up to 90 days, allowing its holder to circulate in the Schengen Area.

A Schengen visa has to be obtained from the Mission of the Schengen State, which will be the main destination (i.e. where the most nights will be spent) during a single trip to the Schengen Area.

If an equal amount of nights will be spent in different Schengen States during a single trip to the Schengen Area, then the Schengen visa must be obtained with the Mission of the Schengen State, which will be entered first.

If you want to apply for a German Schengen visa with a longer validity that the duration of the actual intended trip because you have to travel to German regularly for business or private purpose, you are requested to explicitelty mention this in the application form and provide appropriate proof (e.g. letter of employer, description of personal reasons etc.).

Please be note that all visa decisions are solely at the discretion of the Embassy of Germany in Jakarta.

For applicants intended to travel to Latvia as the main destination, you may submit your visa application through the VFS Global. Please make an appointment to submit your visa application.

Tourism

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Application Form

  • Overview

    Every applicant, including children/infants, has to submit his/her Schengen visa application in person and by appointment only on their appointment date, which needs to be booked online (see Schedule an Appointment) by the applicant.

    Applicants, who intend to travel purely for tourist purposes, i.e. visiting for leisure, recreation or sightseeing, and provide for their own accommodation (hotel, hostel, B&B, camping) need to apply as Tourist.

    Exemption of Appointment to Submit Visa Application

    Customers who belongs to below categories, are exempted to book an appointment to submit his/her visa applications to VFS Global Bali, Jakarta and Surabaya by Walk-In without appointment (no added charges) on our operation hours:

    1. German/EU Spouse

    2. Parents of minor German citizen (under 18 years old)

    3. Holding service passport,

    Walk-in applicants might encounter a longer waiting time and are encouraged to attend the Jakarta centre during off-peak hours, between 1.00 pm to 03.00 pm.

  • Visa Fees

    With effect from 06 February 2026, the visa fees are as follow:

    Short stay IDR. 1.790.000
    Children Between 6-11 years old IDR. 900.000
    Children Under 6 years old Free of Charge

    Note:

    A service charge of Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) 404.000,- (Visa Application Center Jakarta) and (IDR) 795.000,- (Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali) is levied per applicant by VFS over and above the Visa Fee. All fees can be paid by cash, Credit/ Debit card, QRIS.

    An official receipt should be obtained for all payments made. Applicants may opt for a courier-assisted facility whereby your passport and other documents will be returned via courier. This facility is available at an extra cost.

    Please note that the visa fees are as above indicated. No other amount will be requested for the visa issuance or for urgent process for visa issuance.

    Terms and Conditions:

    Kindly be informed that all VAS and services fees are inclusive of VAT and nonrefundable once the payment is made.

  • Documents Required

    • Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

    Kindly refer to the list of requisite documents below before submitting your application; this will minimize chances of rejection of your Visa Application due to incorrect or inadequate documents.

    Instructions for applicants below 18 years:

    • For all children below 18 years, both parents need to be present at the Visa Application Centre to sign the VIDEX form. Children below 12 years do not need to be present.
    • All applicants below 18 years, travelling alone or with one parent must submit a signed letter of consent or authorization form and passport copy of the parent not travelling
    • All passport of applicants below 18 years must be signed or must has stamp stating unable to sign.

    If your application will be submitted by representative, you have to submit power of attorney letter along with your visa application. Click here to download Power of Attorney form.

    Applicants who have rendered their fingerprint data in the last 59 months may opt to delegate the submission to a third party (kindly note that the Embassy reserve the rights to call the applicant(s) if the biometric/fingerprint data cannot be retrieved in the system).

    Information Leaflets

    List of Documents Required for Tourist Visa

  • Photo Specifications

    Please provide 2 recent colour photographs, meeting the following requirements:

    • Taken against a light (white or light grey) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
    • Clear quality and the face should cover at least 80% of the picture
    • Size 3,5 x 4,5 cm

    If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements (see examples here), then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

  • Processing Time


    After submitting your application at VFS, the minimum processing time for a Schengen visa application is at least 15 calendar days if applied for at the Visa Application Center Jakarta and due to courier times at least 21 calendar days for the applications handed in at the Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali.

    Consequently, applicants are requested to apply well in advance.

    You are required to submit your visa application at least 15 calendar days (Visa Application Center Jakarta) and at least 21 calendar days (Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali) prior to the intended date of travel.

    No guarantee can be given on the visa application’s return date as delays may occur.

    All visa decisions are solely at the discretion of the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Jakarta.

  • Application Form

    Below are forms that are required to be filled to submit your visa application:

    1. Schengen Visa Application Form (VIDEX) (To be filled online - mandatory)

      • The user guide – how to fill in the visa application form
      • Please note that VIDEX form must be printed from PDF File and choosing the print setting under actual size. For further help refer to Print Dialog Settings file.

Medical Treatment

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Application Form

  • Overview

    Every applicant, including children/infants, has to submit his/her Schengen visa application in person and by appointment only on their appointment date, which needs to be booked online (see Schedule an Appointment) by the applicant.

    Applicant will have to provide evidence that he/she falls under this category, kindly refer to the information sheet of documents required.

    Exemption of Appointment to Submit Visa Application

    Customers who belongs to below categories, are exempted to book an appointment to submit his/her visa applications to VFS Global Bali, Jakarta and Surabaya by Walk-In without appointment (no added charges) on our operation hours:

    1. German/EU Spouse

    2. Parents of minor German citizen (under 18 years old)

    3. Holding service passport,

    Walk-in applicants might encounter a longer waiting time and are encouraged to attend the Jakarta centre during off-peak hours, between 1.00 pm to 03.00 pm.

  • Visa Fees

    With effect from 06 February 2026, the visa fees are as follow:

    Short stay IDR. 1.790.000
    Children Between 6-11 years old IDR. 900.000
    Children Under 6 years old Free of Charge

    Note:

    A service charge of Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) 404.000,- (Visa Application Center Jakarta) and (IDR) 795.000,- (Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali) is levied per applicant by VFS over and above the Visa Fee. All fees can be paid by cash, Credit/ Debit card, QRIS.

    An official receipt should be obtained for all payments made. Applicants may opt for a courier-assisted facility whereby your passport and other documents will be returned via courier. This facility is available at an extra cost.

    Please note that the visa fees are as above indicated. No other amount will be requested for the visa issuance or for urgent process for visa issuance.

    Terms and Conditions:

    Kindly be informed that all VAS and services fees are inclusive of VAT and nonrefundable once the payment is made.

  • Documents Required

    • Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

    Kindly refer to the list of requisite documents below before submitting your application; this will minimize chances of rejection of your Visa Application due to incorrect or inadequate documents.

    Instructions for applicants below 18 years:

    • For all children below 18 years, both parents need to be present at the Visa Application Centre to sign the VIDEX form. Children below 12 years do not need to be present.
    • All applicants below 18 years, travelling alone or with one parent must submit a signed letter of consent or authorization form and passport copy of the parent not travelling
    • All passport of applicants below 18 years must be signed or must has stamp stating unable to sign.

    If your application will be submitted by representative, you have to submit power of attorney letter along with your visa application. Click here to download Power of Attorney form.

    Applicants who have rendered their fingerprint data in the last 59 months may opt to delegate the submission to a third party (kindly note that the Embassy reserve the rights to call the applicant(s) if the biometric/fingerprint data cannot be retrieved in the system).

    Information Leaflets

    List of Documents Required for Medical Treatment.

  • Photo Specifications

    Please provide 2 recent colour photographs, meeting the following requirements:

    • Taken against a light (white or light grey) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
    • Clear quality and the face should cover at least 80% of the picture
    • Size 3,5 x 4,5 cm

    If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements (see examples here), then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

  • Processing Time


    After submitting your application at VFS, the minimum processing time for a Schengen visa application is at least 15 calendar days if applied for at the Visa Application Center Jakarta and due to courier times at least 21 calendar days for the applications handed in at the Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali .

    Consequently, applicants are requested to apply well in advance.

    You are required to submit your visa application at least 15 calendar days (Visa Application Center Jakarta) and at least 21 calendar days (Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali) prior to the intended date of travel.

    No guarantee can be given on the visa application’s return date as delays may occur.

    All visa decisions are solely at the discretion of the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Jakarta.

  • Application Form

    Below are forms that are required to be filled to submit your visa application:

    1. Schengen Visa Application Form (VIDEX) (To be filled online - mandatory)

      • The user guide – how to fill in the visa application form
      • Please note that VIDEX form must be printed from PDF File and choosing the print setting under actual size. For further help refer to Print Dialog Settings file.

Visitor Family/Friends

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Application Form

  • Overview

    Every applicant, including children/infants, has to submit his/her Schengen visa application in person and by appointment only on their appointment date, which needs to be booked online (see Schedule an Appointment) by the applicant.

    Exemption of Appointment to Submit Visa Application

    Customers who belongs to below categories, are exempted to book an appointment to submit his/her visa applications to VFS Global Bali, Jakarta and Surabaya by Walk-In without appointment (no added charges) on our operation hours:

    1. German/EU Spouse

    2. Parents of minor German citizen (under 18 years old)

    3. Holding service passport,

    Walk-in applicants might encounter a longer waiting time and are encouraged to attend the Jakarta centre during off-peak hours, between 1.00 pm to 03.00 pm.

  • Visa Fees

    With effect from 06 February 2026, the visa fees are as follow:

    Short stay IDR. 1.790.000
    Children Between 6-11 years old IDR. 900.000
    Children Under 6 years old Free of Charge

    Note:

    A service charge of Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) 404.000,- (Visa Application Center Jakarta) and (IDR) 795.000,- (Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali) is levied per applicant by VFS over and above the Visa Fee. All fees can be paid by cash, Credit/ Debit card, QRIS.

    An official receipt should be obtained for all payments made. Applicants may opt for a courier-assisted facility whereby your passport and other documents will be returned via courier. This facility is available at an extra cost.

    Please note that the visa fees are as above indicated. No other amount will be requested for the visa issuance or for urgent process for visa issuance.

    Terms and Conditions:

    Kindly be informed that all VAS and services fees are inclusive of VAT and nonrefundable once the payment is made.

  • Documents Required

    • Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

    Kindly refer to the list of requisite documents below before submitting your application; this will minimize chances of rejection of your Visa Application due to incorrect or inadequate documents.

    Instructions for applicants below 18 years:

    • For all children below 18 years, both parents need to be present at the Visa Application Centre to sign the VIDEX form. Children below 12 years do not need to be present.
    • All applicants below 18 years, travelling alone or with one parent must submit a signed letter of consent or authorization form and passport copy of the parent not travelling
    • All passport of applicants below 18 years must be signed or must has stamp stating unable to sign.

    If your application will be submitted by representative, you have to submit power of attorney letter along with your visa application. Click here to download Power of Attorney form.

    Applicants who have rendered their fingerprint data in the last 59 months may opt to delegate the submission to a third party (kindly note that the Embassy reserve the rights to call the applicant(s) if the biometric/fingerprint data cannot be retrieved in the system).

    Information Leaflets

    List of Documents Required for Visit Visa

  • Photo Specifications

    Please provide 2 recent colour photographs, meeting the following requirements:

    • Taken against a light (white or light grey) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
    • Clear quality and the face should cover at least 80% of the picture
    • Size 3,5 x 4,5 cm

    If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements (see examples here), then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

  • Processing Time

    After submitting your application at VFS, the minimum processing time for a Schengen visa application is at least 15 calendar days if applied for at the Visa Application Center Jakarta and due to courier times at least 21 calendar days for the applications handed in at the Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali .

    Consequently, applicants are requested to apply well in advance.

    You are required to submit your visa application at least 15 calendar days (Visa Application Center Jakarta) and at least 21 calendar days (Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali) prior to the intended date of travel.

    No guarantee can be given on the visa application’s return date as delays may occur.

    All visa decisions are solely at the discretion of the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Jakarta.

  • Application Form

    Below are forms that are required to be filled to submit your visa application:

    1. Schengen Visa Application Form (VIDEX) (To be filled online - mandatory)

      • The user guide – how to fill in the visa application form
      • Please note that VIDEX form must be printed from PDF File and choosing the print setting under actual size. For further help refer to Print Dialog Settings file.

Business trips/Trade fairs

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Application Form

  • Overview

    Every applicant has to submit his/her Schengen visa application in person and by appointment only on their appointment date, which needs to be booked online (see Schedule an Appointment) by the applicant.

    Applicant will have to provide evidence that he/she falls under this category, kindly refer to the information sheet of documents required.

    Under the Business visa category the following cases would be applicable:

    • Business matters/meetings/ negotiation/trainings
    • Conference/Congress/Exhibition
    • Working holiday (supplement checklist applies)

    Exemption of Appointment to Submit Visa Application

    Customers who belongs to below categories, are exempted to book an appointment to submit his/her visa applications to VFS Global Bali, Jakarta and Surabaya by Walk-In without appointment (no added charges) on our operation hours:

    1. German/EU Spouse
    2. Parents of minor German/EU citizen (under 18 years old)
    3. Service Passport holders,

    Walk-in applicants might encounter a longer waiting time and are encouraged to attend the Jakarta centre during off-peak hours, between 1.00 pm to 03.00 pm.

  • Visa Fees

    With effect from 06 February 2026, the visa fees are as follow:

    Short stay IDR. 1.790.000

    Note:

    A service charge of Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) 404.000,- (Visa Application Center Jakarta) and (IDR) 795.000,- (Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali) is levied per applicant by VFS over and above the Visa Fee. All fees can be paid by cash, Credit/ Debit card, QRIS.

    An official receipt should be obtained for all payments made. Applicants may opt for a courier-assisted facility whereby your passport and other documents will be returned via courier. This facility is available at an extra cost.

    Please note that the visa fees are as above indicated. No other amount will be requested for the visa issuance or for urgent process for visa issuance.

    Terms and Conditions:

    Kindly be informed that all VAS and services fees are inclusive of VAT and nonrefundable once the payment is made.

  • Documents Required

    • Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

    Kindly refer to the list of requisite documents below before submitting your application; this will minimize chances of rejection of your Visa Application due to incorrect or inadequate documents.

    If your application will be submitted by representative, you have to submit power of attorney letter along with your visa application. Click here to download Power of Attorney form.

    Applicants who have rendered their fingerprint data in the last 59 months may opt to delegate the submission to a third party (kindly note that the Embassy reserve the rights to call the applicant(s) if the biometric/fingerprint data cannot be retrieved in the system).

    Information Leaflets

    List of Documents Required for Business Trips/ Trade Fairs

    List of Documents Required for Working Holiday

  • Photo Specifications

    Please provide 2 recent colour photographs, meeting the following requirements:

    • Taken against a light (white or light grey) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
    • Clear quality and the face should cover at least 80% of the picture
    • Size 3,5 x 4,5 cm

    If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements (see examples here), then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

  • Processing Time

    After submitting your application at VFS, the minimum processing time for a Schengen visa application is at least 15 calendar days if applied for at the Visa Application Center Jakarta and due to courier times at least 21 calendar days for the applications handed in at the Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali.

    Consequently, applicants are requested to apply well in advance.

    You are required to submit your visa application at least 15 calendar days (Visa Application Center Jakarta) and at least 21 calendar days (Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali) prior to the intended date of travel.

    No guarantee can be given on the visa application’s return date as delays may occur.

    All visa decisions are solely at the discretion of the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Jakarta.

  • Application Form

    Below are forms that are required to be filled to submit your visa application:

    1. Schengen Visa Application Form (VIDEX) (To be filled online - mandatory)

      • The user guide – how to fill in the visa application form
      • Please note that VIDEX form must be printed from PDF File and choosing the print setting under actual size. For further help refer to Print Dialog Settings file.

Official Trip (Service Passport)

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Application Form

  • Overview

    Service Passport holders with the purpose of official trip can submit the visa application at VFS without appointment (“walk-ins”)

    Applicant will have to provide evidence that he/she falls under this category, kindly refer to the information sheet of required documents.

    Customers who belongs to below categories, are exempted to book an appointment to submit his/her visa applications to VFS Global Bali, Jakarta and Surabaya by Walk-In without appointment (no added charges) on our operation hours:

    1. German/EU Spouse
    2. Parents of minor German/EU citizen (under 18 years old)
    3. Service Passport holders,

    Walk-in applicants might encounter a longer waiting time and are encouraged to attend the Jakarta centre during off-peak hours, between 1.00 pm to 03.00 pm.

  • Visa Fees

    With effect from 06 February 2026, the visa fees are as follow:

    Short stay Gratis

    Note:

    A service charge of Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) 404.000,- (Visa Application Center Jakarta) and (IDR) 795.000,- (Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali) is levied per applicant by VFS over and above the Visa Fee. All fees can be paid by cash, Credit/ Debit card, QRIS.

    An official receipt should be obtained for all payments made. Applicants may opt for a courier-assisted facility whereby your passport and other documents will be returned via courier. This facility is available at an extra cost.

    Please note that the visa fees are as above indicated. No other amount will be requested for the visa issuance or for urgent process for visa issuance.

    Terms and Conditions:

    Kindly be informed that all VAS and services fees are inclusive of VAT and nonrefundable once the payment is made.

  • Documents Required

    • Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, please click here

    Kindly refer to the list of requisite documents below before submitting your application; this will minimize chances of rejection of your Visa Application due to incorrect or inadequate documents.

    If your application will be submitted by representative, you have to submit power of attorney letter along with your visa application. Click here to download Power of Attorney form.

    Applicants who have rendered their fingerprint data in the last 59 months may opt to delegate the submission to a third party (kindly note that the Embassy reserve the rights to call the applicant(s) if the biometric/fingerprint data cannot be retrieved in the system).

    Information Leaflets

    List of Documents Required for Official Trip (Service Passport)

  • Photo Specifications

    Please provide 2 recent colour photographs, meeting the following requirements:

    • Taken against a light (white or light grey) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
    • Clear quality and the face should cover at least 80% of the picture
    • Size 3,5 x 4,5 cm

    If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements (see examples here), then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

  • Processing Time

    After submitting your application at VFS, the minimum processing time for a Schengen visa application is at least 15 calendar days if applied for at the Visa Application Center Jakarta and due to courier times at least 21 calendar days for the applications handed in at the Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali.

    Consequently, applicants are requested to apply well in advance.

    You are required to submit your visa application at least 15 calendar days (Visa Application Center Jakarta) and at least 21 calendar days (Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali) prior to the intended date of travel.

    All visa decisions are solely at the discretion of the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Jakarta.

  • Application Form

    Below are forms that are required to be filled to submit your visa application:

    1. Schengen Visa Application Form (VIDEX) (To be filled online - mandatory)

Seaman Transit

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Application Form

  • Overview

    Applicants for a seaman’s visa must be employed in any capacity on board a vessel, and seeking to enter Germany solely in pursuit of his/her calling as a seaman, with the intention of departing with the vessel or reshipping on other vessel that is bound for a foreign port or place or one coming to the Germany to join a vessel in this country.

  • Visa Fees

    With effect from 06 February 2026, the visa fees are as follow:

    Short stay IDR. 1.790.000

    Note:

    A service charge of Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) 404.000,- (Visa Application Center Jakarta) and (IDR) 795.000,- (Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali) is levied per applicant by VFS over and above the Visa Fee. All fees can be paid by cash, Credit/ Debit card, QRIS.

    An official receipt should be obtained for all payments made. Applicants may opt for a courier-assisted facility whereby your passport and other documents will be returned via courier. This facility is available at an extra cost.

    Please note that the visa fees are as above indicated. No other amount will be requested for the visa issuance or for urgent process for visa issuance.

    Terms and Conditions:

    Kindly be informed that all VAS and services fees are inclusive of VAT and nonrefundable once the payment is made.

  • Documents Required

    The Applicants/ Travel Agents/ Representatives are requested to fill the checklist and bring it along with the documents.

    Applicants who have rendered their fingerprint data in the last 59 months may opt to delegate the submission to a third party (kindly note that the Embassy reserve the rights to call the applicant(s) if the biometric/fingerprint data cannot be retrieved in the system).

    List of Documents Required for Seaman Transit Category

    If your application will be submitted by representative, you have to submit power of attorney letter along with your visa application. Click here to download Power of Attorney form.

  • Photo Specifications

    Please provide 2 recent colour photographs, meeting the following requirements:

    • Taken against a light (white or light grey) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
    • Clear quality and the face should cover at least 80% of the picture
    • Size 3,5 x 4,5 cm

    If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements (see examples here), then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

  • Processing Time

    After submitting your application at VFS, the minimum processing time for a Schengen visa application is at least 15 calendar days if applied for at the Visa Application Center Jakarta and due to courier times at least 21 calendar days for the applications handed in at the Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali.

    Consequently, applicants are requested to apply well in advance.

    You are required to submit your visa application at least 15 calendar days (Visa Application Center Jakarta) and at least 21 calendar days (Visa Application Center Surabaya and Bali) prior to the intended date of travel.

    No guarantee can be given on the visa application’s return date as delays may occur.
    All visa decisions are solely at the discretion of the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Jakarta.

  • Application Form

    Below are forms that are required to be filled to submit your visa application:

    1. Schengen Visa Application Form (To be filled online - mandatory)

      • The user guide – how to fill in the visa application form

      • Please note that VIDEX form must be printed from PDF File and choosing the print setting under actual size. For further help refer to Print Dialog Settings file.

    2. Power of Attorney Form

National Visa

National visas are issued for long-term stays for a particular purpose, with a stay in the Federal Republic of Germany of more than 90 days and in accordance with the German Foreigners and Residence Act.

General information for National Visa can be found on the website of the German Embassy in Jakarta.

Eligible students may submit their application at VFS, if they receive such a clearance through the Consular Service Portal.

Furthermore VFS is accepting visa applications, with prior appointment, for National Visa Seaman as well as participants of the Government Triple Win Initiative.

Seaman National

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Application Form

  • Overview

    Application is applicable in case you are travelling for subordinate work. The main duration of stay is Germany and has to be more than 90 days to qualify for a National Visa.

    The application has to be handed in at VFS at least 6 weeks prior to the beginning of the intended journey and the ship itinerary needs to reflect dates of schedule only from the beginning of the trip (=> weeks after the application handed in).

  • Visa Fees

    With effect from 06 February 2026, the visa fees are as follow:

    Long Stay IDR 1.490.000

    Note:

    A service charge of Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) 684,000 is levied per applicant by VFS over and above the Visa Fee. All fees can be paid by cash, Credit/ Debit card, QRIS.

    An official receipt should be obtained for all payments made. Applicants may opt for a courier-assisted facility whereby your passport and other documents will be returned via courier. This facility is available at an extra cost.

    Please note that the visa fees are as above indicated. No other amount will be requested for the visa issuance or for urgent process for visa issuance.

    Terms and Conditions:

    Kindly be informed that all VAS and services fees are inclusive of VAT and nonrefundable once the payment is made.

  • Documents Required

    The applicants are requested to fill the checklist and bring it along with the documents.

    Click here for the documents required

    Click here for Questionnaire for National Visa Seaman

  • Photo Specifications

    Please provide 2 recent colour photographs, meeting the following requirements:

    • Taken against a light (white or light grey) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
    • Clear quality and the face should cover at least 80% of the picture
    • Size 3,5 x 4,5 cm

    If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements (see examples here), then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

  • Processing Time

    The processing time of a national visa application is up to 12 weeks after submission of the application with VFS so applicants are advised to leave enough time – approximately 12 weeks between the appointment date and travel date – for the Mission to process their visa application; no guarantees can be given on the visa application’s return date as delays may occur.

    Please be sure to submit your visa application well in advance, to avoid any inconveniences.

    All visa decisions are solely at the discretion of the Embassy of Germany in Jakarta.

  • Application Form

    Below are forms that are required to be filled to submit your visa application:

    1. National Visa Application Form (To be filled online - mandatory)

    2. Please note that VIDEX form must be printed from PDF File and choosing the print setting under actual size. For further help refer to Print Dialog Settings file.

Student(VFS)

  • Overview
  • Visa Fees
  • Documents Required
  • Photo Specifications
  • Processing Time
  • Application Form

  • Overview

    Studying abroad is a cultural and educational journey that will allow you to get to know Germany on a deeper level, while being exposed to the German language or participating in English taught programs. Before applying, applicants should gather information about the study options in Germany and make sure that they are up to the academic and linguistic requirements. Scholarships for educational purposes are financed from public funds and are only available to applicants who have the highest chance of successfully completing their studies.

    Educational institutions in Germany are delighted to welcome students from abroad. German universities compete with the highest international standards in many disciplines. You can find a list of recognized German universities on www.hochschulkompass.de.

    Please bear in mind that in principle certificates from secondary schools in Indonesia (SMA/MA) do not immediately allow for studies in Germany. Prior participation in a preparatory course (“Studienkolleg”) and an assessment test (“Feststellungsprüfung”) are required for admission to German universities.

    If you have already started or completed a university degree in Indonesia, eased admission conditions may apply. You can check online for more information on qualifications at ANABIN, the information portal on recognition of foreign educational qualifications in Germany.

    The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and its branch in Indonesia offer comprehensive information about studying in Germany, including the recognition of foreign educational qualifications.

    Students will be guided through the Consular Service Portal and eligible Students (VFS) will be re-directed to the appointment system of VFS Global

  • Visa Fees

    With effect from 06 February 2026, the visa fees are as follow:

    Long Stay IDR 1.490.000

    Note:

    A service charge of Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) 684.000 is levied per applicant by VFS over and above the Visa Fee. All fees can be paid by cash, Credit/ Debit card, QRIS.

    An official receipt should be obtained for all payments made. Applicants may opt for a courier-assisted facility whereby your passport and other documents will be returned via courier. This facility is available at an extra cost.

    Please note that the visa fees are as above indicated. No other amount will be requested for the visa issuance or for urgent process for visa issuance.

    Terms and Conditions:

    Kindly be informed that all VAS and services fees are inclusive of VAT and nonrefundable once the payment is made.

  • Documents Required

    For more information visit the Consular Service Portal, answer all of the relevant questions and upload your documents for your purpose of travel.

  • Photo Specifications

    Please provide 2 recent colour photographs, meeting the following requirements:

    • Taken against a light (white or light grey) background so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
    • Clear quality and the face should cover at least 80% of the picture
    • Size 3,5 x 4,5 cm

    If the photographs presented do not meet these requirements (see examples here), then the visa application will be considered incomplete and applicant will be asked to take new photographs in the photo booth in the visa application centre.

  • Processing Time

    The processing time for a national visa is up to three months. VFS Global is forwarding your application to the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany - Jakarta for processing. VFS Global does not have any influence on the decision or processing time of your application. After submission of your application, you may check your application status via VFS Global‘s website. Please take note that the Embassy will not entertain status update requests via e-mail or telephone.

  • Application Form

    Fill out the relevant forms during the online process in the Consular Service Portal and ensure to also upload your declaration of contact - as an additional document.