German embassy in Muscat – Schengen Visa Approval in 6 Easy Steps

German embassy in Muscat is located in Oman started processing visa applications from July 13, 2020 due to Covid restrictions. German embassy in Muscat is one of the foreign representations to issue a Schengen visa and the details can be found at German embassy Muscat website. Germany is one of the 26 member Schengen country based on the Schengen agreement. Schengen or the Schengen area are the territories of the States which are signatories to the Schengen Agreement. The Schengen States have a common visa policy. A general visa is used in Schengen. This means that a person only needs one visa to travel within the Schengen area. German embassy in Muscat exclusively with the contractual service provider VFS Global Muscat to collect Schengen visa applications. Find out on how to apply for a Schengen visa at German embassy in Muscat, Oman

      Schengen Germany visa (2019) stats issued at German embassy in Muscat, Oman

       

      ConsulateTotal Uniform visas applied forTotal Uniform visas IssuedMultiple entry uniform visas issuedTotal LTV Visas issued
      Germany embassy in Muscat10,99110,52910,5134

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      Who can Apply Schengen Visa from German embassy in Muscat, Oman

      Oman citizens and Visa applicants who are residents are only eligible to apply for a Schengen visa from German embassy in Muscat. Travelers with Oman Visit visas are not eligible to apply and they need to apply from their home country.

      All nationals of countries whose citizens are subject to Schengen visa obligation who are legally present in Oman can present a justification for lodging an application in Oman rather than in their country of residence. German embassy in Muscat has the right to evaluate the justification provided and to receive or not the visa applications.

      German embassy in Muscat has outsourced all visa processing to Vfs Global and they will process visa application for Germany Schengen visa

      German Embassy in Muscat, Oman

      Address:
      103 Bareeq Al-Shatti,
      Muscat,
      Oman
      Email[email protected]
      Website: https://maskat.diplo.de/
      Phone: (+968) 9864 5655
      Timings:  By appointment only
      Location: German embassy in Muscat on Google map ->

      At the Oman VFS German Visa Application Center

      Address:
      Panorama Mall,
      Dohat Al Adab Street P.O Box 2121,
      P.C. 112,
      Al Khuwair,
      Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
      Location: View Vfs Muscat on Google maps ->
      Email: [email protected]
      Phone: (+968) 2466 7722
      Timings: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Sunday – Thursday)

      Vfs global visa application center at Muscat, Oman accepts visa applicants with appointment to prevent delays and avoid waiting times. All appointments will be scheduled from 8 am to 5:00 pm, according to availability. Access is restricted to applicants who have an appointment confirmed by the Embassy or whose interview has been scheduled through the Visa Centre. Please, always remember to print and bring your appointment confirmation received from the Embassy or from the Visa Centre. Proof of appointment will be asked both by guards at the main gate on the street and by security at the entrance of the Embassy.

      Visa Application Fee Structure for German embassy in Muscat, Oman

      Application fee is collected on behalf of the German embassy in Muscat and all payments will be collected in Omani Riyal (OMR) according to the local exchange rate.

      Visa TypeFee Eur
      Tourism Visa80 Eur
      Business Visa72.55 Eur
      Medical Treatment80 Eur
      Study VisaNo fee
      Sports and Cultural Events Visa80 Eur
      Transit Visa80 Eur
      Transport Visa80 Eur

       VFS Service Fee:

      Applicants lodging the visa application at the Germany Visa Application Centre also need to pay a VFS service charge of OMR 10.2 for customers applying at the visa application center and can be paid using cash/credit card/debit card.

      Service charge (with biometrics): TND 92

      Service charge (without biometrics): TND 84

      Payment method: Cash

      Visa Application Processing time

      The Embassy of Germany in Muscat, Oman processes Schengen visa applications within 15 -30 calendar days. For national visas processing requires up to 30 days for family reunion and salaried work, and up to 120 days for self-employment work

      Schengen Visa Types issued by German embassy in Muscat, Oman

      Schengen visas are issued for about 90 day or less depending the reasons for applying visa which are explained below. National visa is also issued which has the duration longer than 90 days.

      Visa Applicants can choose category depending on below reasons

      • Visiting Germany- This visa is issues for tourism/vacation purposes
      • Business Visa- This visa is issues for professional/work related purposes
      • Family visa- This visa is issues for meeting family
      • Airport transit visa- This visa is used for transit
      • Medical visa- This visa is issued for receiving medical treatments
      • Schengen cultural visa- This visa for attending events
      • Study Visa – This visa is used for training or study purpose
      • Sports visa- This visa is issued for sports person

      Can Schengen Visa be Used for Single Entry or Multiple Entry?

      Consulates offer Schengen visa depending on reasons applied for, documents submitted and the fees paid.  Below are categories applicants can get

      Single Entry Visa – Traveler can enter Schengen country only once within 90 days

      Multiple Entry Visa – Traveler can enter Schengen country any number of times within 90 days

      Can a third party submit my visa application for me?

      Personal appearance is mandatory for all visa applicants, unless you are exempt from biometric data entry. Exemptions from the fingerprinting requirement are provided for a limited number of applicants, including children under the age of twelve and persons for whom the collection of fingerprints is physically impossible. Heads of State and members of the national government with members of their official delegation and spouses will also be exempted, if travelling for official purposes.

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      Schengen Visa Approval from German Embassy in Muscat in 6 easy steps

      Having all required visa documents is the key to get Schengen visa approval. Follow the below steps to apply for a visa without any worries. You need to apply atleast 2 -3 weeks prior to travel date so that you give enough time for consulate to process your application

      Step 1: Choose right visa category and Complete Schengen visa application

      Applying for a Germany Schengen Visa, your main destination should be Germany. Depending on your reason for trip select the right German Schengen visa type for traveling to Germany. Fill the Schengen visa application form by creating an account if you don’t have one. Print the form and attach a photo. Note that these documents will be requested when submitting your visa application to the VFS Global center

      Step 2: Prepare for supported documents

      One of the most critical steps for getting visa is to get all required documents which need to be submitted along with your visa application. Below is the list of documents needed which may be needed depending on visa type.

      1. Passport size photo
      2. Valid Passport – with at least 6 months validity having 2 blank pages
      3. Schengen Visa application form
      4. Schengen flight Itinerary Document
      5. Invitation letter
      6. Proof of Hotel Reservation
      7. Schengen Travel Medical Insurance
      8. Proof of Financial Stability
      9. Address proof
      10. Employment certificate
      11. Marriage/ Birth certificate 

      Step 3: Make an appointment with the German Embassy In Muscat

      Create a VFS account by entering your personal email address and password. Fill the requested personal data. If you are part of a group of people applying for a visa, please also enter the data of those accompanying you and proceed to validate the group. Book an appointment by selecting day and time at your convenience to attend visa interview at Vfs center, Muscat, Oman. Don’t forget to print your appointment confirmation letter, as it will be required at our reception area.

      Step 4: Attend Schengen Visa Interview at VFS Germany Visa Application Center in Muscat

      Go through few important and most frequently asked question by visa officer during interview. Below is the list of frequently asked questions

      • Purpose of Your Trip?
      • Is anyone sponsoring your trip?
      • How long do you stay?
      • Do you regularly pay your income tax?
      • Can you provide your bank statement?

      To refer detailed interview questions, check out Schengen visa interview questions

      What To Do on the Date of Visa Interview

      Go to VFS Germany Visa application center in Muscat, Oman on the date of interview atleast 30 min before your interview so that you can relax and have an overview of the location to get yourself comfortable. Ensure you got all required documents along with photocopies for your visa application. During the interview process you may be required to give biometrics data depending on consulate requirements. After the biometrics is done you need to pay the required Schengen visa fee & service fee and submit your application.

      Step 5: Processing the visa Application

      At German embassy in Muscat, agents will check all your documents. If documents are missing or do not meet the requirements of the Consulate General of Germany, you have the following options

      • Go ahead and submit the application, at the risk of losing the visa application fee and being refused by the embassy;
      • Withdraw your application and recover the visa application fee. You will be able to re-file a complete application at a later date.

      If you decide to send your file to the Consulate, you will proceed, after payment of the fees, to give your biometric data.

      Step 6: Return of Passport

      You can track the progress of your application using track visa application status. Applicants can use the Reference Number present on the invoice/receipt issued by the Visa Application Centre along with your last name to access this service. Once your visa application is decided by the German Germany, your passport will be returned to the Vfs visa application Centre or have your documents returned to you by courier (if offered by the Visa Application Centre) for an additional fee.  you will be notified to collect your passport either in person or through a representative. In some cases, due to incomplete/insufficient supported documents provided, visa application can be rejected.

      What happens if Schengen Visa is refused

      Negative decisions on applications are notified to the applicant. In the refusal letter reasons on which refusal decision was taken are clearly stated. Visa applicants whose applications are refused can decide to apply again or to appeal.

      Below are some of the reasons of Schengen Visa Rejection

      • Inadequate explanation of the traveling purpose
      • No travel medical insurance covering trip
      • Invalid passport or Passport expiring in 2 months
      • Lack of financial proof to support trip cost
      • Did not provide proof of accommodation
      • Missing documents

      If your Schengen Visa is rejected for some reason then you can re-apply Schengen Visa by following the article Help With Schengen Visa Rejection

       

      Sum Up:

      Apply Schengen Visa process at German embassy, Muscat Oman is simple and you need to work with Vfs Global to submit your application by following this article. Hopefully your visa will be approved and you can enjoy your trip with family, friends & others. Holders of a new Schengen visa, or of a Schengen visa still valid, therefore, are not automatically allowed to enter Germany and Schengen territory and must comply with the travel restrictions in force at Schengen level and at the level of the country of first entry into the Schengen area because of Covid pandemic. It is indeed the responsibility of each traveler to check the travel restrictions in place before departure