Germany Visa for Pakistani Citizens

Germany’s Schengen short-stay (Type C) tourist visa is generally decided in 15–20 working days for Pakistani applicants and filed through the VFS Global Germany centres in Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi for the Embassy in Islamabad and the Consulate General in Karachi. One persistent myth to clear up: a blocked account (Sperrkonto) is only for students and long-stay national visas — it is not required for a short tourist trip, where a healthy 6-month bank statement is what actually matters. It is part of the Schengen system covered on our hub at /visas/schengen. Applications are filed through the VFS Global Germany centre, on behalf of the German Embassy in Islamabad and the Consulate General in Karachi; MavensFly, a licensed Pakistani travel agency, prepares, submits and tracks your file end-to-end.

Visa type	Schengen short-stay (Type C)
Processing time	15–20 working days
Length of stay	Up to 90 days in any 180
Visa fee (indicative)	Consular fee EUR 90 (~PKR 28,000) plus VFS Global fee & service charge; total approx PKR 46,000–72,000 (indicative — confirmed before filing)

Requirements

Passport valid 3+ months beyond return, with 2 blank pages
Two biometric photos (35×45mm)
6-month bank statement with salary slips
Employment or business proof (NOC / company documents)
Travel medical insurance covering €30,000 across all Schengen states
Confirmed return flights and hotel bookings
Cover letter with a day-by-day itinerary

Common refusal reasons & how we avoid them

Most Germany refusals for Pakistani applicants come down to documentation, not bad luck. The most frequent grounds — and exactly what our file preparation pre-empts:

Bank statement too low or with unexplained deposits
Weak ties to Pakistan / doubtful intention to return
Itinerary or purpose of visit not clearly documented
Insurance below the €30,000 Schengen minimum
Incomplete or inconsistent application form

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Germany visa take for Pakistani applicants?

15–20 working days. We confirm the current timeline when your file is prepared.

How long can I stay in Germany?

Up to 90 days in any 180.

What is the Germany visa fee from Pakistan?

Consular fee EUR 90 (~PKR 28,000) plus VFS Global fee & service charge; total approx PKR 46,000–72,000 (indicative — confirmed before filing). Fees are quoted through the VFS Global Germany centre, on behalf of the German Embassy in Islamabad and the Consulate General in Karachi and confirmed in writing before we file.

What documents are required?

Passport valid 3+ months beyond return, with 2 blank pages; Two biometric photos (35×45mm); 6-month bank statement with salary slips; Employment or business proof (NOC / company documents); Travel medical insurance covering €30,000 across all Schengen states; Confirmed return flights and hotel bookings; Cover letter with a day-by-day itinerary.

Last updated: 2026-08-24. Fees are indicative and requirements change — we verify against the VFS Global Germany centre, on behalf of the German Embassy in Islamabad and the Consulate General in Karachi and current embassy guidance when preparing every file.