Germany spouse visa: joining a non-German resident from Kenya
The Germany spouse visa: joining a non-German resident application fee is €75, about KES 11,400 at today's rate. Applications from Kenya go to the German Embassy Nairobi.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what governments publish for applicants from Kenya. Confirm every figure on the official pages before you pay or apply.
Last checked 29 Oct 2026
Costs in KES
Official amounts, converted at the rate of 27 Oct 2026 (£1 = KES 174). Banks and card providers use different rates, so allow a margin.
| Item | Official amount | About in KES |
|---|---|---|
| National visa fee (adult) | €75 | KES 11,400 |
| National visa fee (under 18) | €37.50 | KES 5,700 |
All Spouse of a resident figures, with sources and family costs
Applying from Kenya
- Where
- German Embassy Nairobi
- How it works
- Study, vocational training, skilled-worker and Blue Card applications are submitted at TLScontact after booking there (service fee €28.50, paid in shillings). The Opportunity Card can only be applied for online on the Consular Services Portal.
- Service provider
- TLScontact
- Agents
- The embassy warns about commercial visa agencies; applications, checklists and appointments are free.
From the mission's visa pages (checked 29 Oct 2026). Procedures differ by visa category, so read the page for yours.
Requirements at a glance
These apply to everyone, wherever they apply from.
- Your spouse lives in Germany with a valid residence permit
- You are married or in a registered partnership; both partners are aged 18 or over
- Basic German (A1) before arrival, except for spouses of skilled workers and highly qualified people such as EU Blue Card holders
- Your spouse must have enough income and living space to support you without public funds
- National visa fee of €75 (€37.50 for under-18s)
- You can work in Germany
Checking a recruiter in Kenya
Recruitment agencies in Kenya are licensed by the National Employment Authority (NEA) check. Check an agency there before you pay it.
Sources
- Germany spouse visa: joining a non-German resident (official page) · bamf.de · Official · checked 29 Oct 2026
- German Embassy Nairobi: visa information · nairobi.diplo.de · Official · checked 29 Oct 2026
Spouse of a resident from other countries
Before you pay anyone
- Nobody can guarantee a visa. Only the government of the country you apply to decides.
- UK employers must not charge you for a Certificate of Sponsorship.
- German missions say you don't need an agent to get a visa appointment.
- Check any adviser or recruitment agent on an official register before you pay.