Australia passport → Germany

Germany visa for citizens of Australia

Visa-freeVisa-free short tourist visit

Citizens of Australia can visit Germany without a visa for up to 90 days.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-04. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free short tourist visit
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 3 months
Biometrics	Required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Proof of funds	May be requested to show sufficient funds for the stay and return journey.

How to apply

1
Check visa exemption
Australian passport holders are listed as not requiring an entry visa for Germany.
2
Carry the passport
Travel with a valid Australian national passport meeting the validity and issuance-age conditions.
3
Present supporting evidence if requested
Border authorities may request evidence of the visit purpose, circumstances, and sufficient funds.
4
Complete border registration
As a non-EU traveler, provide fingerprints and a facial image under EES at entry.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid Australian national passport
Must be valid at least three months beyond planned departure from Germany and issued within the last ten years.

Travel

Evidence of visit purpose and circumstances
Optional
May be requested in certain cases.

Financial

Evidence of sufficient funds
Optional
May be requested for maintenance during the stay and financing the return trip; no fixed daily rates.

Supporting

Health insurance covering return transport
Optional
Official source advises obtaining it; it is not stated as mandatory for this visa-free route.

Proof of funds

Sufficient funds may be requested; the amount depends on the type and length of stay, with no fixed daily rates.

Good to know

The general visa-free rule limits Schengen stays to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Germany's official visa table notes that bilateral visa-waiver agreements may permit longer stays under certain circumstances; the relevant German mission should be consulted.
Gainful employment is not permitted during the visa-free stay.
EES is fully operational and records fingerprints and a facial image for applicable non-EU short-stay travelers.
Health insurance covering return transport is advised, but the official source does not state it is mandatory for this route.

FAQ

Do citizens of Australia need a visa for Germany?

Citizens of Australia can visit Germany without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-free short tourist visit.

How long can citizens of Australia stay in Germany?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Australia need for Germany?

Valid Australian national passport; Evidence of visit purpose and circumstances; Evidence of sufficient funds; Health insurance covering return transport.

How long must my passport be valid for Germany?

At least 3 months.

Sources

Overview of visa requirements/exemptions for entry into the Federal Republic of Germany
Visa for Germany
Digitale Erfassung der Einreise in den Schengenraum (EES) (germany.info, third-party site)

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