I've already been to Europe last 2014 when I was still a student. Now is a different case-- I am unemployed. Together with my family, we are planning to go to Germany this April 4. I am still working as a clinical pharmacist at St. Luke's Medical Center when I was preparing for the application. Unfortunately, my request for leave of absence was not granted and have to resign before April, I can't use "student" since I wasn't enrolled yet to any medical school, so I applied as unemployed.
It's easy to know what you should prepare and what to do for the application since all the details that you need are in their website: German Embassy Manila
You can download the list of requirements at their website depending on what Visa you will apply to. In our case, its is family visit since my sister is working in Germany. I think it's easier to get a visa when you have someone (like a friend or a family member) residing in Germany rather than tourist alone.
Here's what I did in preparation for the application:
1. Get an Appointment Schedule
- Go to Online Appointment System
- Under Visa, click continue
- Under Schengen visa, click continue
- You may choose your preferred schedule thereafter
2. Prepare the Requirements
** You may download and print a hard copy of the requirements
❤ Original passport (must be valid for at least another 3 months)
❤ One Xerox copy of the passport, and
further valid / invalid passports (colored is recommended)
❤ One current passport picture
❤ Printed Visa application form that you must accomplish online.
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| Fully completed and signed by your own hand on pages 4, 5 and 6 |
❤ Declaration according to § 54 Aufenthalts
❤ Proof of relationship with the sponsor (e.g. birth- / marriage certificates, which substantiate the kinship, relationship or friendship)
-- I passed my birth certificate and my sister's birth certificate
❤ Visa fee:
-- it is advised to give exact amount
-- it is advised to give exact amount
Children up to 6 years no fee
Children from 6 to 12 years € 35
Applicants older than 12 years € 60
payable in Philippine Pesos (cash) = PHP3,190
❤ Formal Obligation (original and a Xerox copy) given by your host
-- This is requested by the inviting party. Original copy will be delivered in your house for about 5-7 days after the application of the host
-- This is requested by the inviting party. Original copy will be delivered in your house for about 5-7 days after the application of the host
❤ Your travel health insurance
❤ Rootedness in the Philippines
-- Though I applied as unemployed, I have my savings of my own. I passed copies of my bank accounts. Series of questions were asked during the interview including if I have any plans on staying there more than the limit of 60 days. Just tell them why would you come back here in Philippines. You have to answer them sincerely and truthfully, and I think that's enough.
-- Though I applied as unemployed, I have my savings of my own. I passed copies of my bank accounts. Series of questions were asked during the interview including if I have any plans on staying there more than the limit of 60 days. Just tell them why would you come back here in Philippines. You have to answer them sincerely and truthfully, and I think that's enough.
1. If you are employed:
- most recent income tax return
- certificate of employment
- letter of approved leave of absence signed by your employer
- certificate of employment
- letter of approved leave of absence signed by your employer
2. If you are self-employed:
- proof of registration and commercial activity of your company in the Philippines
- income tax returns
- bank certificates
- documents of the company accounts or other
3. If you are a pupil/student: School certificate / University certificate:
- proof of enrollment (for students)
- if applicable: letter of exemption from studies
4. If you own real estate property:
- original land title
- deed of sale
❤ If unemployed
- proof that the host will provide his/her house for accommodation and will cover for your expenses through out the trip
- proof of enrollment (for students)
- if applicable: letter of exemption from studies
4. If you own real estate property:
- original land title
- deed of sale
❤ If unemployed
- proof that the host will provide his/her house for accommodation and will cover for your expenses through out the trip
❤ Additional documents for children below age 18:
- Personal appearance of both parents during submission of the visa application with valid ID
- Original Birth Certificate of the child
- If traveling without both parents:
1. Declaration of consent by the legal guardian(s)
2. Passports of the legal guardian(s) (original and Xerox copy of the data page)
- Proof of legal custody (for parents whose marriage was dissolved/ annulled) or
- Death certificate of the other parent and Travel Permit, issued by the Philippine Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)
- Personal appearance of both parents during submission of the visa application with valid ID
- Original Birth Certificate of the child
- If traveling without both parents:
1. Declaration of consent by the legal guardian(s)
2. Passports of the legal guardian(s) (original and Xerox copy of the data page)
- Proof of legal custody (for parents whose marriage was dissolved/ annulled) or
- Death certificate of the other parent and Travel Permit, issued by the Philippine Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)
❤ Your purpose of travel
1. To tour
- hotel accommodation
- complete itinerary
- bank certificate as a proof that you can support your stay
2. To visit family/friend
- informal letter that indicate the address and work of the host
** We've photocopied all the requirements except for the application form, declaration and visa picture for assurance that they need photocopies.
1. To tour
- hotel accommodation
- complete itinerary
- bank certificate as a proof that you can support your stay
2. To visit family/friend
- informal letter that indicate the address and work of the host
** We've photocopied all the requirements except for the application form, declaration and visa picture for assurance that they need photocopies.
3. Go to the Embassy and pass all the requirements
Address: 25/F Tower 2 RCBC Plaza 6819 Ayala Avenue, 1200 Makati City Metro Manila, Philippines
Office hours: Mo-Thurs: 7.30 am-3.30 pm Fr: 7.30 am - 12.30 pm
Telephone hours: Mo-Fri: 9.00 am – 11.00 am Mo-Thurs. 2 pm – 3 pm
Application hours: Mo-Thurs: 8.00 am -1.30 pm Fr: 8.00 am -11.30 am
Entrance hours for other concerns: Mo-Thurs: 11.00 am – 12.00 am Fr: 10.00 am – 11.00 am
Tel.: (0063-2) 702 3000
Visa-Tel.: (0063-2) 702 3001
Visa-Fax: (0049) 30 1817 67 170
Email: visa@mani.diplo.de
** Visa processing will take about 3-5 working days. It is advised to apply 2-4 weeks prior to the scheduled flight for any delays that might encounter.
Office hours: Mo-Thurs: 7.30 am-3.30 pm Fr: 7.30 am - 12.30 pm
Telephone hours: Mo-Fri: 9.00 am – 11.00 am Mo-Thurs. 2 pm – 3 pm
Application hours: Mo-Thurs: 8.00 am -1.30 pm Fr: 8.00 am -11.30 am
Entrance hours for other concerns: Mo-Thurs: 11.00 am – 12.00 am Fr: 10.00 am – 11.00 am
Tel.: (0063-2) 702 3000
Visa-Tel.: (0063-2) 702 3001
Visa-Fax: (0049) 30 1817 67 170
Email: visa@mani.diplo.de
** Visa processing will take about 3-5 working days. It is advised to apply 2-4 weeks prior to the scheduled flight for any delays that might encounter.
AFTER THREE WORKING DAYS, VOILA!
