Germany spouse visa: joining a non-German resident from Sri Lanka
The Germany spouse visa: joining a non-German resident application fee is €75, about LKR 29,100 at today's rate. Applications from Sri Lanka go to the German Embassy Colombo.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what governments publish for applicants from Sri Lanka. Confirm every figure on the official pages before you pay or apply.
Last checked 29 Oct 2026
Costs in LKR
Official amounts, converted at the rate of 27 Oct 2026 (£1 = LKR 444). Banks and card providers use different rates, so allow a margin.
| Item | Official amount | About in LKR |
|---|---|---|
| National visa fee (adult) | €75 | LKR 29,100 |
| National visa fee (under 18) | €37.50 | LKR 14,500 |
All Spouse of a resident figures, with sources and family costs
Applying from Sri Lanka
- Where
- German Embassy Colombo
- How it works
- Students, Blue Card, skilled workers, the Opportunity Card and vocational training apply on the online portal (digital.diplo.de/visa); the interview appointment is booked after the documents are accepted.
- Agents
- Booking an appointment is free, and the embassy says there's no need to use 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 Sri Lanka
Recruitment agencies in Sri Lanka are licensed by the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE). 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 Colombo: visa information · colombo.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.