Germany spouse visa: joining a non-German resident from Nepal
The Germany spouse visa: joining a non-German resident application fee is €75, about NPR 13,300 at today's rate. Applications from Nepal go to the German Embassy Kathmandu.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what governments publish for applicants from Nepal. Confirm every figure on the official pages before you pay or apply.
Last checked 29 Oct 2026
Costs in NPR
Official amounts, converted at the rate of 27 Oct 2026 (£1 = NPR 203). Banks and card providers use different rates, so allow a margin.
| Item | Official amount | About in NPR |
|---|---|---|
| National visa fee (adult) | €75 | NPR 13,300 |
| National visa fee (under 18) | €37.50 | NPR 6,650 |
All Spouse of a resident figures, with sources and family costs
Applying from Nepal
- Where
- German Embassy Kathmandu
- How it works
- Apply online on the Consular Services Portal (digital.diplo.de/visa), which covers study and the Opportunity Card, then book one appointment in the embassy's online system and attend in person. check
- Agents
- The embassy says you don't need an agent.
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 Nepal
Recruitment agencies in Nepal are licensed by the Department of Foreign Employment (DoFE). 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 Kathmandu: visa information · kathmandu.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.