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Complete, verified list of documents required for Zimbabwe citizens applying for a German Tourist (Schengen C visa) visa. Includes authentication method, cost estimates, and processing times — based on official German embassy data.
Préfecture in your city of residence
Local photographer — request 35×45mm biometric format
Download from the German mission's website or the visa centre (VFS / TLScontact)
Your airline or online booking site
Your employer, university, or property registry
Your bank
Online: Coracle, MAWISTA, DR-WALTER, Allianz Travel
Hotel, hostel, Airbnb confirmation — or a host's signed invitation letter
Paid at your appointment (cash or card — check with the visa centre)
The German embassy, consulate or authorised visa centre (VFS Global, TLScontact) for your country
Adjust your education level, family situation and other options for an exact list.
Get the exact list of documents international applicants need for the German Ausbildung or Studium visa — with where to obtain each one, estimated costs in EUR, and realistic timelines. Costs vary by country, so amounts are rough estimates.
For your Tourist (Schengen C visa) visa from Zimbabwe
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Estimates only — costs, fees and processing times vary and rules change. Always confirm with the German mission (embassy/consulate or official visa centre) responsible for your country before you apply.
Préfecture in your city of residence
Local photographer — request 35×45mm biometric format
Download from the German mission's website or the visa centre (VFS / TLScontact)
Your airline or online booking site
Your employer, university, or property registry
Your bank
Online: Coracle, MAWISTA, DR-WALTER, Allianz Travel
Hotel, hostel, Airbnb confirmation — or a host's signed invitation letter
Paid at your appointment (cash or card — check with the visa centre)
The German embassy, consulate or authorised visa centre (VFS Global, TLScontact) for your country