Holidays in May
25/04/2016 02:00

The following embassies and/or consulates have public holidays in May or are closed for other reasons (unless otherwise stated, always nationwide):

Myanmar - Registration certificate for non-German applicants
21/04/2016 02:00

Registration certificate for non-German applicants

The Embassy of Myanmar informs: 

Applicants with the nationalities of Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Ireland who cannot provide a certificate of registration for Germany must apply for their visa at the consular mission in London with immediate effect.

Indonesia - visa-free for 30 days in exceptional cases
14/04/2016 02:00

The Embassy of Indonesia in Berlin announces:

Different nationalities (including German citizens) do not require a visa for the following purposes for a stay of up to 30 days: 

Excluding business trips to give presentations or attend seminars or participate in meetings with parent or subsidiary companies in Indonesia.

Mauritania - No visas issued until the beginning of May 2016
07/04/2016 02:00

No visa issued until the beginning of May 2016

The Embassy of Mauritania informs:

Due to a system change, no visas will be issued until the beginning of May 2016

According to the embassy, travelers should try to obtain the visa at the border. However, the transporting airline should be contacted in advance to ensure transportation without a visa.

India Frankfurt - Delays in issuing visas
30/03/2016 02:00

The Consulate General of India in Frankfurt informs: 

There are currently delays in the issuance of visas.

We recommend that you allow for an application period of approx. 14 days until further notice.