Embassy of India in Berlin, Germany

The Embassy of India in  Germany offers consular services to Indian people in Canada. The Embassy also assists foreigners who wish to visit, work, or live in India.

This article tells you all you need to know about document legalization at the India Embassy in Canada, including processing dates, fees, and how to submit your documents.

Contact details about India Embassy - Berlin, Germany

• Add: Tiergartenstrasse 17, 10785, Berlin, Germany
• Tel : +49-30-257950 / +49-30-25795101/ +49-30-25795103
• Fax: +49-30-25795102
• Email: [email protected] / [email protected]
• Website: www.indianembassy.de/

Contact details about India Consulate - Munich, Germany

• Add: Widenmayerstrasse 15, D-80538, Munich, Germany
• Tel: +49-89-21023920
• Fax: +49-89-21023970 / +49-89-21023980
• Email: [email protected] / [email protected]
• Website: www.cgimunich.de

Contact details about India Consulate - Frankfurt, Germany

• Add: Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage 26, 60325, Frankfurt, Germany
• Tel: +49-69-153-0050
• Fax: +49-69-554-125
• Email: [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected]
• Website: www.cgifrankfurt.de

India Consulate - Hamburg, Germany

• Add: Graumannsweg 5722087, Hamburg, Germany
• Tel: +49-40-338036
• Fax: +49-40-323757
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.cgihamburg.de

The Indian Embassy in Berlin supports German citizens through its consular services, if they:

• Need general or particular information on the Indian economy, culture, sports, education, and more.
• Need information on the qualifications and procedure of gaining Indian citizenship.
• Detailed connections and information in India
• Want to apply and receive an Indian visa.

Common Visa Types for German citizens

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to India without a visa. The most common types of India visas are the following.

• Tourist Visa
• Business Visa
• Employment Visa
• Student Visa
• Research Visa
• Medical Visa
• Journalist Visa
• Conference Visa
• Transit Visa
• Entry Visa

Relations between India and Germany

The Indian Embassy in Berlin was founded in 1952. The Indian embassy is one of 844 international representations in Germany, 169 foreign representations in Berlin, and 250 Indian diplomatic and consular missions elsewhere.
In addition to its embassy in Berlin, India maintains four further missions in Germany. These representations include consulates at Frankfurt am Main, Hamburg, Munich, and Stuttgart.
Germany has eight representations in India. These representations include an embassy in New Delhi, as well as consulates in Bangalore, Chennai, Goa, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Thiruvananthapuram.

How to apply for an India visa from Germany?

Citizens or residents in Germany can choose one of 2 options below to apply for a visa to Kenya

• Citizens or residents in Germany can only directly contact and apply for their India Visa at the India Embassy in Germany by themselves at the above address.
• Two, apply for an Indian visa online (recommended) for time-saving.  The process of applying for and successfully obtaining a visa is easy when done online

India Legalization FAQ

How much does it cost to legalize my documents at the Embassy of India in Germany?

The legalization fees vary depending on the type of document being submitted.

Here’s a helpful list of legalization fees per document:

• Attestation of affidavits/documents related to real estate or movable properties: €21.00
• Attestation of civil documents (e.g., affidavits, educational degrees, sponsorship certificates, marriage certificates, wills, Power of Attorney): €12.00
• Attestation of trade/commercial documents or issuance of certificates like 'country of origin' pertaining to exports from a foreign country to India: €48.00
• Attestation of trade/commercial documents or issuance of certificates pertaining to exports from India to a foreign country: €21.00

How long does it take to legalize my documents at the Embassy of India?

The Embassy of India will often legalize your documents on the same day you submit them. However, if the documents were not properly produced, they may be dismissed.

You will also need to validate your papers at Global Affairs Canada before presenting them to the Indian Embassy. If you have properly prepared your documents and submit them in person, they may usually validate them the same day. Sending them in by mail will take at least 15 days, excluding shipping.

Useful information

• Indian e-Visa Requirements for German Citizens

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