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Australian citizens can enter Germany and other Schengen Area countries without a visa for short stays. This applies for tourism, business, and visiting friends or family, provided the total stay does not exceed 90 days within any 180-day period.

Key facts

For Australian passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

You may need a visa if…

• The 90-day limit applies to the entire Schengen Area, not just Germany.
• Overstaying the 90-day limit can result in fines, deportation, or future entry bans.
• This visa exemption is only for tourism, business, or family visits; other purposes (e.g., work, study) require a visa.
• While not typically checked, you may be asked to show proof of sufficient funds for your stay.
• Ensure your passport is in good condition with sufficient blank pages.
• Rules may change, so always check official sources close to your travel date.

Before you travel

• ✓Ensure your passport is valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area.
• ✓Book your return or onward ticket.
• ✓Have proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay.
• ✓Consider travel insurance that covers medical emergencies and trip cancellations.
• ✓Make copies of your passport and other important documents.
• ✓Check for any specific COVID-19 related entry requirements closer to your travel date.

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