EU/EEA/Swiss Freedom of Movement
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 36500 days
- Processing time
- Immediate
- Validity
- Unlimited
- Entry
- Multiple entry
EU, EEA, and Swiss nationals enjoy freedom of movement and only require a valid passport or national identity card for entry. No visa or residence permit is required for any length of stay. After entering Germany, you must register for residence at the registration office within three months.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of EU, EEA, and Swiss countries have the right to freedom of movement and may enter, reside, and work in Germany without restrictions.
Eligible countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland
How to apply
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Document gathering
Ensure you have a valid passport or national identity card from an EU/EEA country or Switzerland.
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Document submission
Present your passport or ID card at the German border for entry.