INTRODUCTION

Any tourism’s ultimate motive is to provide fun, food, frolic, and lots of relishing memories for a lifetime. And no doubt Germany is one such place where you will get something in everything of your liking. Besides Castles, Palaces, Forts, and Monuments Germany also has a romantic atmosphere, blissful nightlife, traditional savories, gallons of beer, and not to forget never-ending fashion. Because of all this Germany has always been on every traveler’s list to visit.

The most visited places in Germany include the Black Forest and Lake District for exploring, Bavaria for foodies, wines, and beers in the countryside, and the capital city Berlin for culture and history. The other must-hit spots include the Brandenburg Gate, the Cologne Cathedral, the Reichstag, Dresden Frauenkirche, the Neuschwanstein Castle, Heidelburg Castle, Wartburg and Sanssouci Palace, and whatnot for a memorable adventure. So the Boston citizens what are you waiting for get ready to explore the journey of Germany and non-citizens quickly apply for their Visa coz they don’t want to miss a fairytale world. Bon Voyage!

WHO CAN APPLY FOR A VISA?

A Visa is an official permit document to enter any country. So according to the Schengen agreement, there is a clause for who can apply for this Visa which states;

• Citizen of Boston: All US citizens are exempted to apply for a Visa to visit any Schengen country. This exemption is applied to citizens who are nationals of the UK and are signatories to the Schengen agreement in the future. But this is valid only for 90 days of the Schengen trip more than that duration will require Visa compulsorily.
• Non-citizen of Boston: Non-Boston citizens must apply for a Schengen Visa if they are traveling to Germany. As they are not in agreement with the Schengen treaty so they need a Visa to travel to Germany.

TYPES OF VISA (SHORT-STAY, LONG-TERM, VISITOR, BUSINESS, STUDY)

As there is a different purpose for every traveler’s visit. So to avoid any confusion for applying for Visa according to their visit, the Visa is classified into various types as follows;

• Short-stay Visa: If your purpose for the Germany visit is for up to 90 days, then you need to choose the short-stay Visa option. 
• Long-term Visa: If your purpose for the Germany visit is for more than 90 days, then you need to choose the long-term Visa option.
• Visitor Visa: If your purpose for the Germany trip is for visiting family members or friends then you can choose the visitor Visa option.
• Business Visa: If you have an invite to Germany for the purpose of meetings, conferences, gatherings, etc you need to select the business Visa option.
• Study Visa: If you are willing to pursue education in Germany then you need to opt for a study Visa choice.

GERMAN CONSULATE/EMBASSY INFORMATION IN BOSTON:

Address: Three Copley Pl #500, Boston, MA 02116, United States.

Phone: (+1) 617-369-4900.

THE ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTATION TO APPLY FOR A GERMAN VISA FROM BOSTON.

1. A valid proof of your identity- your Passport with 02 vacant pages one extra and one for Visa affixation having 03 months validity after your return and not issued more than 10 years ago.
2. Your Germany Visa application form with duly signed and filled out accurately.
3. 02 Photographs clicked recently are neat and valid.
4. Travel papers or Flight Itinerary.
5. Hotel Booking or Housing proof.
6. Travel Insurance with 30,000€ of minimum coverage for your entire Schengen trip.
7. Financial assistance proof sponsoring your total Germany visit.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION TO APPLY FOR A GERMAN VISA FROM BOSTON.

These are further divided based on the occupational status of the applicant;

1. For Self-employee:
2. Permitted copy of Business.
3. Company bank statement for the last 06 months.
4. Income Tax Returns – ITR.
5. For Employee:
6. Employment proposal.
7. Current bank records from the last 06 months.
8. Employer leave letter.
9. Income Tax Returns – ITR.
10. For Retiree:
11. Latest 06 months pension records.
12. Any financial support documents; property, etc.
13. For Student:
14. Identity card.
15. No-Objection letter or NOC from your educational institution/University/School.

THE GERMAN VISA APPLICATION PROCESS FROM BOSTON.

The application process for a German Visa is very simple and easy. You just need to follow the steps mentioned below carefully;

1. STEP 1- To begin with, decide the type of Visa that best suits your purpose of visit. 
2. STEP 2- Next search for the Visa application form on the official consulate’s site and fill it. Also, kindly sign it.
3. STEP 3- After learning the details from the website, collect the documents mentioned, all legal and valid.
4. STEP 5- Further, schedule your Visa interview appointment at the official consulate website online.
5. STEP 6- Attend your scheduled interview manually on time without fail also, submit your Visa application form and documents at the consulate.
6. STEP 7- Stay patient till you get the notification of your Visa.
7. STEP 8- Receive your Visa via email or courier. 

SCHEDULE A VISA INTERVIEW. 

Firstly, you need to make sure of applying for the Visa at the right consulate according to your place of residence. Some states come under the jurisdiction of Boston, they are rightly eligible to apply for their Visa at the Consulate General of Boston. These states are Vermont, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Maine, and Connecticut (not including Fairfield County). So in the Visa application process, there is a step of Visa Interview for which you must book an appointment beforehand at the Consulate General of Boston. You can book online or offline but you must physically visit the embassy and attend the interview for your Visa. And you should attend the scheduled interview without fail on time along with your Visa application and required documents. After your interview, the consulate will verify your documents and will process your Visa application request. This procedure takes generally 02 weeks after your submission and you will be notified after it is done. Till then wait patiently, once you receive your Visa you are all done and ready to go.

DID VISA REJECT/APPROVE?  

• If you are in Germany and your Visa gets rejected then, you will have a deadline to leave the country as soon as possible. Otherwise, you need to apply again for your Visa with proper knowledge and care this time to avoid any errors. This can occur due to many reasons like false documentation, a criminal record, or any complaint against the applicant.

If your Visa is approved then you will surely get it with no further delay because you have submitted everything properly and now you are permitted to visit your desired destination hassle-freely.