The German Embassy in Islamabad has launched a new dedicated Consular Services Portal which accessible anyone to make work visa process fast and simple for Pakistanis who wants to move and work in Germany.
In a Hurry to Apply for German Work Visa? Follow these steps:
- Visit Germany Consular Portal
- Create Account or Login
- Select Visa Type
- Complete interactive questionnaire and pass 6 Points to proceed
- Upload digital scans of needed documents
- Get notified once documents pass pre-review
- Book an in‑person appointment at Islamabad or Karachi
- Visit embassy for Verification (photo + fingerprints) and Visa Fee payment
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What is Different in New Germany Consular Service Portal Different
- Interactive questionnaire replaces static checklists
- Document upload ahead of time which ensures complete application
- Introduction of pre-review stage which flags missing items before completing and booking appointment
- Only complete applications can book in‑person slot, reducing embassy waiting time and speeding up verification process
Check if You Can Apply for Germany Work Visa
All categories of employment and job seeker visas are available to apply through the portal, including:
- Skilled worker visas
- EU Blue Card
- Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte)
- Self-employment
- Recognition of Pakistani degrees
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Eligibility Zones for Applying Through the Online Visa Portal
The new Consular Services Portal for Germany is not open to every applicant from Pakistan just yet.
Islamabad, Punjab, AJK, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, & Gilgit-Baltistan
From Islamabad, Punjab, AJK, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, or Gilgit-Baltistan, apply directly through the new digital German Consular portal Service. Application Responsible German mission is Islamabad, and the portal is fully active for your zone.
Sindh & Balochistan
Citizen in Sindh or Balochistan, the portal is not yet active in the region. Applicants from Karachi and surrounding areas still have to follow the old waiting-list system.
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How to Apply for German Work Visa from Portal
- Go to Germany Consular Portal
- Register account with email and password
- Consent to data processing
- Choose visa type (Opportunity Card, EU Blue Card, Skilled Employment, Self-Employment, etc.)
- Complete the points-based eligibility test (Minimum 6 points required unless applying for skilled worker visa)
- Fill application form (VIDEX)
- Upload all required documents for pre-check (Passport, qualifications, work experience, proof of funds, etc)
- Submit application for pre-review
- Wait for documents to pass the review (Will recieve Notification via Email)
- Book in-person appointment at the embassy
Once approved, attend embassy appointment for:
- Identity verification
- Biometric data (photo + fingerprints)
- Pay visa fee (in PKR)
Germany Work Visa Processing Time
Current Waiting Time (Islamabad) is Over 1 year due to heavy backlog as shown on the portal. Still complete profile and upload documents and join waiting list and get notified when to book in-person appointment at the Embassy.
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Work Visa Fees for Pakistanis
| Visa Type | Fee (€) | Estimated PKR |
|---|---|---|
| Long-term work visa (Type D) | 75 | ~ 22,800 |
| Schengen short-stay (optional) | 90 | ~ 29,200 |
| Children (6–12 years) | 45 | ~ 14,000 |
| VFS centre service fee | 38 | ~ 11,400 |
Quick FAQs Related to German Work Visa Applications
No. Once an application is submit for pre-review, it cannot be edited. Make sure everything is correct before submitting for pre-review. Incomplete and incorrect entries lead to delays and rejection.
If you do not score 6 points minimum, your Opportunity Card application will not proceed. Try again later after getting more experience, education, and language skills.
Yes. After online pre-review, Applicants have to appear in person at German Embassy to give fingerprints, photo, show original documents, and pay visa fee.
Yes. The Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) is meant for job-seekers. Pakistanis can apply without Job offer. It is to enter Germany, search for job, and switch to work visa after getting job and hiring.
German Embassy in Islamabad launched modern, digital way to apply for work visas. Pakistani applicants can benefit from a guided process with file uploads, pre-checks, and fast in-person bookings at German Embassy in Islamabad.
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