Do you need a visa for Germany?
Entry rules for Germany for 9 passports, each checked against the official source. All enter without a visa for short stays.
We list only the pairs we have checked against the official source. A destination or passport that is not listed has not been checked yet; it does not mean a visa is required.
How this tool works
We read the official notice for each pair and record the date. Nothing here is generated; a pair with no written check is not shown.
How we check| Passport | Entry | What it means | Last checked | Full rules |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | No visa | No visa. Australian passport holders visit Germany visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180. | Oct 2, 2026 | Full rules |
| Austria | No visa | No visa. Austrian passport holders do not need a visa to visit Germany. | Oct 19, 2026 | Full rules |
| Canada | No visa | No visa. Canadian passport holders visit Germany visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180. | Oct 19, 2026 | Full rules |
| France | No visa | No visa. French passport holders can enter Germany freely for a short tourist visit. | Oct 19, 2026 | Full rules |
| Ireland | No visa | No visa. Irish passport holders do not require a visa to enter Germany. | Oct 19, 2026 | Full rules |
| Portugal | No visa | No visa. Portuguese passport holders enter Germany without a visa. | Oct 19, 2026 | Full rules |
| Spain | No visa | No visa. Spanish citizens can enter Germany with a DNI or a passport. | Oct 2, 2026 | Full rules |
| United Kingdom | No visa | No visa. British passport holders visit Germany visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180. | Oct 19, 2026 | Full rules |
| United States | No visa | No visa. US passport holders visit Germany visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180. | Oct 4, 2026 | Full rules |
Before you fly to Germany
Visit Germany for big cities, Rhine castles and vineyards, the Bavarian Alps and Christmas markets, all linked by fast trains.
Read the guideVisas and entryWho needs a visa, an online travel authorization or nothing at all, written from the official rules and dated.
Read the guideTrip cost in GermanyA bed, food, transport and sights per day, at three price levels.
Open the calculatorPower plugs in GermanySocket types and voltage, and whether you need an adapter.
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Do Australian passport holders need a visa for Germany?
No visa. Australian passport holders visit Germany visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180.
Do Austrian passport holders need a visa for Germany?
No visa. Austrian passport holders do not need a visa to visit Germany.
Do Canadian passport holders need a visa for Germany?
No visa. Canadian passport holders visit Germany visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180.
Do French passport holders need a visa for Germany?
No visa. French passport holders can enter Germany freely for a short tourist visit.
Do Irish passport holders need a visa for Germany?
No visa. Irish passport holders do not require a visa to enter Germany.
Do Portuguese passport holders need a visa for Germany?
No visa. Portuguese passport holders enter Germany without a visa.
Do Spanish passport holders need a visa for Germany?
No visa. Spanish citizens can enter Germany with a DNI or a passport.
Do British passport holders need a visa for Germany?
No visa. British passport holders visit Germany visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180.
Do US passport holders need a visa for Germany?
No visa. US passport holders visit Germany visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180.