Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany

Category: Embassy in Washington, District of Columbia

Address: 4645 Reservoir Rd NW, Washington, DC 20007, USA

Phone: +12022984000

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 9AM–3PM

Tuesday: 9AM–3PM

Wednesday: 9AM–3PM

Thursday: 9AM–3PM

Friday: 9AM–2PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Julyan Taveras

Oct 18, 2022

We took our parents to get a visa. There were 3 appointments scheduled. Finally aftet the third appointment it was processed. Theynpaid for expedite delivery. Their trip to Germany was scheduled to happen on 10.19.22. They never got their passports or visa back so, we decided to go to the office where everything was processed on, the address 650 Massachusetts Ave. In DC. We got there today and only one out of the two visa were processed and ready. The passport was just sitting in the office. No plans to be send to them. The ir trip scheduled for tomorrow. Second visa was never process. It was given back to us so, now all the money on tickets, hotel, and all otjer.trips planned are ruined. All the times spended driving to DC, work everything is lost. The perfect vacation completely ruined. No one is going to be held responsible or accountable for not doing their jobs. If I could give them a cero starts I will.

Ira Morman

Sep 16, 2022

No access

Ammara Akmal

Aug 21, 2022

I wish I could give them hundreds star.. I went there first time n I was so nervous due to other Schengen embassy’s consulate rude behavior.. N I must say all were so nice people ..I met the lady I don’t knw the name but she have short hair N wore glasses is so friendly, patient and efficient n I must say people like her is angel in this world ✨I must give her a hundred star ✨✨Very pleasant experience to visit German embassy …Thaank you so much all amazing people out there 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Karesa Karrie

Aug 15, 2022

I keep trying to get ahold of them via the phone number provided, and I can’t get through to anyone. It beeps and beeps then says call cannot be completed then hangs up on me… I just need to know what documents I need for a residence permit

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Questions & Answers

Can a green card holder in the United States travel to Germany

Ernest House | Oct 19, 2017
Lourdes Foy | Oct 19, 2019

You need to get a visa to go to Germany

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Can a German citizen have dual citizenship with?

Mical Mayemba | Oct 18, 2020
Crusader Boi | Jan 21, 2022

Depends on the country. Assuming you are talking about Americans, yes you can be both an American and German citizen. If you are Turkish however, you must give up your Turkish citizenship to become German.

As an American do I need a tourist visa to enter germany as a tourist ; also as an american can I obtain a residence permit card and what does that entail ? Also for a 1-year stay in Germany what visa is necessary for business speculation ?

Len Marchi | Oct 19, 2018
Jim Blount | Oct 19, 2018

Best thing to do is call us department of state.

I have an 8 hour layover in Frankfurt (FRA) on Saturday, November 8. Is it allowed to exit the airport and return before the connecting flight? Thank you

David Sprouse | Oct 19, 2019
Jim Blount | Oct 19, 2019

Yes there is a train that will take you into Frankfort. You see some sights for about 2 hours. But give yourself plenty of time to get thru security

I was born in Frankfurt Germany at a German Hospital a daughter of a USA Soldier mother also a USA Citizen. How can I obtain my Birth Certificate?

MaKayla Jones | Oct 19, 2019
Marc Lohrey | Oct 18, 2020

You will probably get it in the respective "Standesamt" - you can call them, usually most Germans are speaking english. I am sure you can apply for it even from the US. However I am not sure about how to prove your identity.

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Does a US citizen need vaccination OR test or nothing at all to transfer planes in Frankfurt on 6/21 and 7/25? Passengers are not vaccinated and need to know if they will be allowed to enter Germany.

A C | Jun 20, 2022
Nina Nguessan | Jul 20, 2022

If you are a US citizen and you are not vaccinated, you need a negatif pcr covid test to enter Germany.

If I am a U.S. Citizen, traveling on a U.S. passport, can I visit Germany as a tourist and stay for 10 days, or do I first need to get a German Visa?

sk bhaskar | Mar 22, 2022
kainaat trehan | Mar 22, 2022

As a US citizen you should be able to travel just with your passport and shouldn't have to go through the Visa application process. However, I would recommend checking out the website, they have laid out the process (under the tab for US citizens) in detail. Good luck with your travels!

My wife is scheduled to go to Germany from August 26 to September 13. She is a citzen of Germany and the US. Will that be possible and what are the requirements? Dr. Hans-Henning Bunge

Hans-Henning Bunge | Oct 18, 2021
Ighalo Miraculous | Oct 18, 2021

Since you say she's a citizen of both. If she's in the US right now. For her to travel to Germany all she needs is her blue passport(US) With that she can travel to almost every european country without applying for a visa . Including Germany. All she will need is a flight ticket and boom she's in Germany. And when she's coming back. The same US passport and a flight ticket👍

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Is there a visitor parking lot?

Ulrike Reed | Oct 18, 2020
Don Preuss | Oct 18, 2020

There is on street parking just outside the embassy.

I need to renew my German passport. How many days before it expires can that be done. Can the renwal only be done by the consulate closesst to my US residence and what proof of my residence would I need to bring. Dr. Hans-Henning Bunge

Hans-Henning Bunge | Oct 18, 2020
Layla Holloway | Oct 18, 2020

I'm not sure how many days before expiration. You can go to honorary consulate, if they have any in your area. You can bring your driver's license or cable bill. You can look up online to see what consulate is responsible for your area.

hello. I am Ukrainian. I want to fly back home. Will I be able to make a transitional flight through Hamburg? I also will need to move from 1 to 2 terminal in Hamburg. Will I be able to move from one terminal to another in Hamburg?

Ed Ivashchuk | Oct 18, 2020
Marie-B Photographs | Oct 18, 2020

Try to send directly an email to the consulate.

Can a Colombian citizen holder of a green card travel to Germany?

Clemencia Rodriguez | Oct 18, 2020
Hubsi Tubi | Oct 18, 2020

Since 03.12.2015 free entry for 90 Days. Willkommen i

In 2016 i got a permit to stay but had to come back for a death in the family. Is my permit still good? How do i get a copy?

William Zerrien | Oct 19, 2019
drellehitz | Oct 19, 2019

Permits have expiration date, so check and see if it's still valid.

I was born in the US Army post hospital in Frankfurt. Can I apply for dual citizenship?

Mary Olson | Oct 19, 2019
Mary Olson | Oct 19, 2019

I lived in West Berlin from 1963 to 1966.

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I am trying to get my Birth certificate I was born on an military base, my dad was in the USA military and my mom is from USA how can I get one

Robert L Boothe Jr | Oct 19, 2019
drellehitz | Oct 19, 2019

Where u born in a German hospital in Germany?

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Hi Sir/Madam, I am Indian citizen in USA on non-immigrant VISA. My VISA is expired and I am on approved extension. Can I travel to India via Germany on expired US VISA

Shiven Singh | Oct 19, 2019
drellehitz | Oct 19, 2019

If you hold indian passport and have more than one stop (Frankfurt- Munich), you need a transit (schengen)visa. If you hold Indian passport with and only have one stop (Frankkfurt), you dont need a Schegen visa but you need to have a valid US visa (H1B).

Please, my father is a German but got married to a Nigerian and he has lost every of his documents here during crisis in jos and now we want to go back to Germany how do we do.

Hanson Charles | Oct 19, 2019
Peter Grieb | Oct 19, 2019

Best way is going to the Embassy by scheduling an appointment on the internet. You will also find lots of other information there

Hi, I am a GC holder and my son. We are planning to travel to Germany for leisure. Can you please tell me what the requirements are and if there is any special requirement for my son? We have different last name.

Beverly Moss | Oct 19, 2019
drellehitz | Oct 19, 2019

Make an appointment with the embassy or call they will let u know all the requirements are.

Hi am green card holder I have Pakistan Passport, I want to vist Germany for wedding sermons in Frankfort how to attend plz give me answers. Thanks.

Aadil zia Kahloon | Oct 19, 2019
Jim Blount | Oct 19, 2019

Yes go to the German Embassy and get a visa

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Im an American married to a German. My question is: Can I change my last name on my passport to my husbands in America with the current Aufenthaltstitel and be able to fly?

Siri Krämer | Oct 19, 2019
drellehitz | Oct 19, 2019

U need to have documents saying u changed your name to your husband. You can be issued a new passport reflecting your husband last name.

Hi I am planning travel to India from USA via Munich and i have expired US H1B visa and approved H1B visa Extention i797. Do i need a trasit visa ? My daughter is US citizen and she have Indian visa..does she need any transit visa ?

muthucheliyan venkatesan | Oct 19, 2019
Joe Robo | Oct 19, 2019

Not an employee of the German Embassy but from experience I'd say yes, you'll need a transit visa

I wish to travel the trains in Germany and Switzerland. I was wondering about the eurotrain vs the inter... knowing that I’m American and a senior citizen. What is my best for travel and the least expensive?

Eric Silvers | Oct 19, 2019
Valeriy Ostrovskyy | Oct 19, 2019

Eric, I can't say you about Switzerland, but I have experience in Germany. You can buy tickets earlier if you know already your trip timing and get it very cheap. You can across the Country for €29. www.bahn.com I lived in Germany 7 years till 2018. Maybe it's better to use German website www.bahn.de

My husband is a green card holder and Gabonese passport , he wants a visa to go to Europe on the 13th of March , what to do??

Rachel Moudoki | Oct 19, 2019
Corine Amina | Oct 19, 2019

Hello. First field the online application, and book your appointement for interview at the embassy. Proof of employement, last 3month bank history, flight reservation showing his itenary. Invitation from the host in germany or Hotel reservation .1 passeport picture and visa fee.$69.. Hope i was helpful...😁

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Is parking available for people with appointment at the Embassy

Tina Koenig | Oct 19, 2019
Jim Blount | Oct 19, 2019

Yes Street parking or go to a garage

hi do i need a visa if i carry a U.S. green card and would like to visit Germany for 2 weeks?

Shahzad Kalyar | Oct 19, 2019
Jolyvette M. | Oct 18, 2020

I have the Green card and I would like to go to Germany for 2 weeks and the one who invites me does not have a nationality.

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Hello, I am a student in the USA and I got acceptance for an internship in Germany. I wish to apply for Schengen visa. I already have an invitation letter from the host institution do I need accommodation proof to apply for the visa.? Thank you

Abdul Rehman | Oct 19, 2019
drellehitz | Oct 19, 2019

Yes you will need that. That's one of the requirements.

I am married to a German Citizen. What do I need to do in order to return to Germany and live there with my spouse?

Aaron Jones | Oct 19, 2019
Jim Blount | Oct 19, 2019

Call the German Embassy

Do I have to visit the embassy to transfer cremation ashes back to germany.

Julie Dunn | Oct 19, 2019
drellehitz | Oct 19, 2019

Normally you dont have to but there are some guidelines you need to follow and the embassy can be an assistance to you..

Do I have to go in person to the embassy for a passport renewal or extension, or can I mail the forms?

Jenny Eggleston | Oct 19, 2019
drellehitz | Oct 19, 2019

Unfortunately you have to go there in person.

Do I need an appointment to submit a name change application?

Eleonore Jones | Oct 19, 2018
Stephanie S | Oct 19, 2018

yes

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Hello, How can I get assistance with enforcing Child Support from an American citizen who currently is currently living and working on the economy in Germany?

Kenar Stinson | Oct 19, 2018
Lewis Fordjour | Oct 19, 2018

I would tell you to get in contact with the us embassy in Germany. I dont believe the German Government is responsible for us citizens living in Germany.

I am a German citizen. My children and grandchildren were born in the USA. Are they eligible for German citizenship? Or any other benefits?

Ernest Schoenfeld | Oct 19, 2018
Jim Blount | Oct 19, 2018

Call the German Embassy. Talk to them is best way to go

can a greencard holder of the united states get a visa to germany?

Humu Savage | Oct 19, 2018
AWA CEESAY | Oct 19, 2018

Can a green card holder get a visa to Germany

How does one get access to the biergarten at the Embassy in Washington? I am a German/American citizen and a student at Georgetown University. I would like to visit, do I need specific documents, Is the drinking age 16 like in Germany?

Kent Hall | Oct 19, 2018
Jim Blount | Oct 19, 2018

Its not open to the public.

Do you need a transit visa if you going to Romanian but stoping in Germany

Chris Gay | Oct 19, 2018
Jim Blount | Oct 19, 2018

Not sure. Call the embassy

I believe my Father was born in Berlin, 1901. Can you tell me how I could find out for sure ? Thank you.

fred stocker | Oct 19, 2018
Helga Bender | Oct 19, 2018

Ask the city for a birth certificate, if they can get it then you'll know the answer..

How Cam i replace my german marriage certificate?

Nicole Baxley | Oct 19, 2018
Helga Bender | Oct 19, 2018

Go to the city hall where you got married, they should have it on file. Ask for New certificate

Does the embassy provide assistance with tour requests for the White House as indicated on the White House Tour Info page? Can I, as a German permanent resident living in Alexandra, Va, request tickets for the German family that will be visiting us?

Brigitte May | Oct 19, 2018
jessica2491993 | Oct 19, 2018

Hey Brigitte, did you ever find out how to book a white house tour?? I'll be visiting in September and it's a bit confusing to me.. Thanks and greetings from Düsseldorf.

I am travelling from US to India with a layover in Frankfurt for 5 hrs do I need a transit Visa for the Frankfurt airport ?

Zainab Saiyed | Oct 19, 2018
Tim Reinhardt | Oct 19, 2018

Yes you need a transit Visa for the Frankfurt airport. But you can call the embassy of Germany in the USA.

U.S. Citizen traveling to Germany for vacation in September 2018, returning to the U.S. on September 25, 2018. Current passport will expire Feb 18, 2019, less than 6 months. Does Germany have a "6 month" rule with regard to passport expiration?

Alan Swift | Oct 19, 2018
Randy Olliff | Oct 19, 2018

Yes

Can you drive with your American drivers license in Germany as a tourist (2 weeks)?

Ursula Pendergrass | Oct 19, 2018
Tosiron Adegbija | Oct 19, 2018

Yes.

If my cousins husband has a German passport and lives in Germany can I get a German passport or no?

abegoma | Oct 19, 2018
Tim Reinhardt | Oct 19, 2018

What Luca said isn't corect at all. You can get a German Passport when you had a German husband who live in Germany. But when your Cousins Hausbank is a german you can't get a german Passport. But you can Askese the german Ambassy in Washington.

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Procedures for obtaining a visiting visa to Germany

tanyi favour | Oct 19, 2018
Luca -LuaX- | Oct 19, 2018

A Visa is not needed for Visiting Germany.

If I was born in Germany and became a United States citizen after having a green card what will it take to travel to Germany and how long can I stay in Germany

Angelika dotson | Oct 19, 2018
Angelika Quinn | Oct 19, 2018

If I’m not mistaken not longer then 6 month , I became a American citizen and now trying to become duel citizen

If I would like to get a German passport What do I need to do

Debbie Schneider | Oct 19, 2017
Luca -LuaX- | Oct 19, 2018

Become a German citizen

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Can I entry Germany with my visa one or two weeks later as I applied? My daughter have to come with my baby granddaughter to see me in Germany too. But her flight changed and she will come later.

Enkhtuul Coff | Oct 19, 2017
S. Kalugin | Oct 19, 2017

If you get back your visa on hand before you leave you good.

I was born in the USA to an American military father and a German mother, therefore I have a dual citizenship. I have to travel to Germany on a business trip. My German passport is expired, can l enter Germany with my American passport?

Gabrielle Smith | Oct 19, 2017
Tosiron Adegbija | Oct 19, 2017

Yes. In general, American citizens do not require a visa to visit Germany.

I have my fiancé who live in Germany but I still don't have my green card yet and I want to travel and see my fiancé but I have a I 551 in my foreign passport it's possible to request a Germany visa with that?

Christelle Jaze | Oct 19, 2017
Luca -LuaX- | Oct 19, 2018

A visa is not needed for visiting Germany

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