Registration in the crisis preparedness list (ELEFAND)
05/03/2026 09:00

Good afternoon,

We would like to draw your attention to the possibility of registering in the ELEFAND list (electronic registration of Germans abroad) of the Federal Foreign Office. This possibility exists regardless of whether it is a vacation trip, a business trip or a longer-term stay.

In the event of a crisis or disaster, registration enables the Federal Foreign Office to contact and inform German nationals quickly (e.g. about evacuation measures).A booking option is available in the DVKG / GCS portal.

Your DVKG / GCS team

Current travel warnings
01/03/2026 09:00

Good afternoon,

We would like to draw your attention to the current travel warnings of the Federal Foreign Office.

Current travel warnings - Federal Foreign Office

Your DVKG / GCS Team

Entry Egypt
13/02/2026 09:00

Good afternoon,

The travel advice for Egypt issued by the Federal Foreign Office has been amended to the effect that entry with an identity card is not recommended due to repeated problems. Instead, entry with a passport is recommended.

In addition, we would like to inform you that, according to the Egyptian Ministry of Civil Aviation, the previous paper-based entry and exit cards are to be gradually phased out as part of the introduction of a fully digital entry system. As soon as this is implemented, the DVKG / GCS portal will provide a tangibly simple booking option for the Egypt Arrival Card.

If you have any questions, the DVKG / GCS consular advisors will be happy to help.

Your DVKG / GCS Team

Opening hours Consulate General Argentina
09/02/2026 10:00

Good afternoon,

On 16.02.2026 and 17.02.2026 the Consulate General of Argentina in Frankfurt am Main is closed.

Please take this into account with regard to the processing time of your visa applications.

If you have any questions, the DVKG / GCS consular advisors will be happy to assist you.

Your DVKG / GCS team

Chinese New Year
09/02/2026 08:00

Good afternoon,

Please note when applying for your visa that the Frankfurt Chinese Visa Application Service Center will be closed from February 17 to 20, 2026 due to the Chinese New Year holiday.

Please take this into account when applying for your visa and planning your trip.

We recommend that you apply for your visa early.If you have any questions, the DVKG / GCS consular advisors will be happy to help.

Your DVKG / GCS team