Why apply for a Germany Dependent Visa?

Get to stay with your family in Germany
Live and work in Germany without any restrictions
Explore the world-class educational facilities in the country
Apply for a permanent residence permit
Enjoy healthcare benefits in Germany

Germany offers many dependent visas to let the residents bring their families to Germany. While citizens of non-EU countries can join their families under a Family Reunion Visa, you may not require a visa if you have an EU blue card or if one of your family members is a research scientist or highly qualified worker in Germany. Y-Axis is dedicated to assisting you with your visa application process to ensure a smooth migration and reunification with your family in Germany.

Benefits of Germany Dependent Visa

Enables the dependents to live, work and study
Enjoy exceptional medical facilities
Access excellent education in the country
Explore the wealth of vocational opportunities
Enjoy various social benefits, including child support and parental leave

Eligibility Criteria for Germany Dependent Visa

You or your family would be eligible for a Germany Dependent Visa or a Family Reunion Visa only if:

You or your family are residents of a non-EU country
You, as a sponsor, have a long term residence-permit in the EU, or you possess an EU blue card
Your dependent family member is at least 18 years of age
You and your dependent have a basic knowledge of the German language
You, as a sponsor, are capable of supporting your dependent financially
Your dependent child is below 18 years
You have enough health insurance to support yourself and your family

Required documents for Germany Dependent Visa

Valid passports of the applicants having a validity of at least 3 months beyond the intended period of stay
Duly filled and signed application forms
Recent photographs conforming to the ICAO standards
Health insurance details that would be applicable in every territory of Germany
Travel booking details
Financial details showing that you, as a sponsor, can support your family financially
An invitation letter from your sponsor confirming your accommodation details
Documents to prove your relation with your sponsor (birth certificates, marriage certificates, wedding affidavits and photographs)
Proof of nationality and citizenship in Germany
Documents to prove custodian rights in case of sponsoring a child

Steps to apply for a Germany Dependent Visa

Step 1: Check the eligibility criteria for the type of visa you’re applying
Step 2: Gather the required documents as suggested
Step 3: Fill out the online application form
Step 4: Schedule an appointment to the nearest Embassy or Consulate
Step 5: Pay the visa application fee
Step 6: Attend the Visa application interview on the scheduled date, where you'll be asked about your background and intention to visit
Step 7: Once the visa gets approved, join your family in Germany

German Family Reunion Visa Processing Time

The processing time for a dependent Visa generally depends on the workload of the embassy and your appointment date. The standard processing time and cost are mentioned below:

Type of Visa	Processing time	Cost
Family Reunion Visa for Adults	10-12 weeks	£6460.59
Family Reunion Visa for Children	12 weeks	£3230.29

How can Y-Axis help you?

Reuniting with your family in Germany should be a smooth affair, and Y-Axis is here to ensure you a hassle-free and successful visa application process. Our visa and immigration experts will assist you in every step of your visa application journey and help you rejoin your German family as soon as possible. Y-Axis can help you with the following: