{
  "id": 14411346,
  "title": "How to apply for Germany long-stay visas online – Official",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/how-to-apply-for-germany-long-stay-visas-online-official",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-14T09:20:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/how-to-apply-for-germany-long-stay-visas-online-official/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Germany has introduced an online application portal for specific long-stay visas, allowing eligible applicants to complete and submit their visa applications digitally. These visas include student visas, EU Blue Cards, vocational training visas, and family reunification visas, designed for individuals planning to stay in Germany for over 90 days. Applicants must visit the official Consular Services Portal, choose their destination country, the appropriate German mission, and the relevant visa category, then fill out the application form and upload necessary supporting documents. After submission, applicants should monitor feedback from consular authorities, who may request corrections or additional documents before proceeding. Once ready for processing, applicants must follow instructions to schedule an appointment with the relevant German mission. It's important to note that not all visa categories are eligible for this online process, and short-stay Schengen visas for stays of 90 days or less should follow the separate Schengen visa application procedure. Prospective travelers should verify the requirements and procedures on the German embassy or consulate's website before beginning their applications to ensure a smooth process.",
  "summary": "Germany has outlined the steps for applying for selected long-stay visas, including student and EU Blue Card visas, through its new online portal. Read More: https://punchng.com/how-to-apply-for-germany-long-stay-visas-online-official/",
  "key_points": [
    "Germany launched an online portal for long-stay visas.",
    "Eligible applicants can apply for student, EU Blue Cards, vocational training, and family visas.",
    "Applicants must follow instructions for scheduling appointments after submission."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "How to apply for Germany long-stay visas online – Official",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/how-to-apply-for-germany-long-stay-visas-online-official-14415006",
        "published": "2026-10-14T09:40:54.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}