National Visa Long stay — over 90 days: Complete Guide
The **national visa** National Visa (Type D) The national Type D visa is for long stays exceeding 90 days — for work, study, or family reunion. It is the entry visa that precedes a German residence permit, and is the vehicle for Blue Card, skilled-worker, student and family-reunion arrivals.
Visa Highlights At-a-Glance
Below is a summary table representing standard processing times, statutory criteria, and typical point thresholds for Indian skilled candidates.
| Visa Metric | Details & Requirements |
|---|---|
| Visa Subclass | National Visa (Long stay — over 90 days) |
| Avg. Processing Time | Indicative — verify current Months |
| Government Fees | INR TBD |
| English Language Min | TBD |
| Points Eligibility Bar | Min. 0 Points |
| Visa Validity | TBD |
Why Apply for this Visa Path?
- Gateway to residence: the entry route for work, study and family permits.
- Purpose-specific: aligned to the residence permit you will hold.
- Family reunion: the route for joining a resident family member long-term.
Detailed Entry Requirements
To apply under this Germany visa track from India, your credentials must fulfill the following regulatory criteria:
- 1Qualifying purpose
- 2A work contract, university admission, or family-reunion basis.
- 3Supporting evidence
- 4Documents specific to the purpose (e.g. contract, admission, marriage certificate).
- 5Funds & insurance
- 6Proof of means and health coverage as applicable.
Step-by-Step Filing Workflow
Every applicant from Bangalore/India follows this standardized workflow to file their visa application securely:
Confirm the purpose and permit
Identify the residence permit the Type D will lead to.
Assemble purpose-specific documents
Compile contract, admission or family evidence.
Lodge the national visa
Apply at the German mission in India.
Convert on arrival
Register and obtain the residence permit in Germany. | Senior Consultant Pro Tip The Type D is only as strong as the purpose behind it. We make sure the underlying basis — contract, admission or family relationship — is watertight, because that is what the residence permit will be built on. |
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# Family Reunion
Germany supports family reunification for spouses and minor children of residents. Spouses typically need basic German (A1) before joining in most cases, with some exemptions (notably for spouses of Blue Card holders). Demonstrating a genuine relationship and the resident's capacity to support the family is central.
Verify Germany immigration rules directly from official government sources.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are critical questions and details regarding target timelines and scores for this visa path.
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