Travel Update: Germany Maintains Visa-Free Entry for 62 Nations in 2026

​Germany has reaffirmed its commitment to facilitating seamless travel for international visitors by continuing its visa-free entry policy for citizens of 62 countries and territories throughout 2026.

​According to updated guidelines from the German Federal Foreign Office, nationals from these designated regions may enter Germany for short-term stays without the need for a visa. This policy is designed to support tourism, business travel, and family visits, strengthening Germany’s role as a global destination for both leisure and professional engagement.

​Key Policy Details

​Eligible travelers can stay in Germany for up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period. It is critical to note that this visa waiver is strictly for short-term visits. It does not grant travelers the right to seek or engage in paid employment. Those planning to work, study, or remain in the country beyond the 90-day threshold must apply for the appropriate national visa or residence permit through their nearest German diplomatic mission or the official Consular Services Portal.

​Eligible Countries

​The 62 countries and territories currently granted visa-free access are:

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​Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominica, El Salvador, Georgia, Grenada, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong (SAR passport holders), Israel, Japan, Kiribati, Kosovo, Macao (SAR passport holders), Malaysia, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Nicaragua, Palau, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Korea, Taiwan (passport holders with an identity card number), Timor-Leste, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Vanuatu, Vatican City, and Venezuela.

​Important Travel Considerations

• ​Employment Restrictions: The visa-free waiver does not permit any form of professional work.
• ​Schengen Regulations: The 90-day limit applies to the entire Schengen Area, not just Germany. Time spent in any other Schengen member state counts toward the total 90-day allowance within the 180-day window.
• ​Long-term Stays: If you intend to stay beyond the permitted period, you must secure the necessary documentation prior to or, in specific eligible cases, after arrival, in accordance with German immigration law.
• ​Documentation: Always ensure your passport is valid for at least three months beyond your planned date of departure from the Schengen Area.

​Travelers are encouraged to check the official German Federal Foreign Office website before their departure to stay informed on any regulatory updates or changes to entry requirements.