Germany spouse visa: joining a non-German resident from the Philippines
The Germany spouse visa: joining a non-German resident application fee is €75, about PHP 5,570 at today's rate. Applications from the Philippines go to the German Embassy Manila.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what governments publish for applicants from the Philippines. Confirm every figure on the official pages before you pay or apply.
Last checked 29 Oct 2026
Costs in PHP
Official amounts, converted at the rate of 27 Oct 2026 (£1 = PHP 85). Banks and card providers use different rates, so allow a margin.
| Item | Official amount | About in PHP |
|---|---|---|
| National visa fee (adult) | €75 | PHP 5,570 |
| National visa fee (under 18) | €37.50 | PHP 2,780 |
All Spouse of a resident figures, with sources and family costs
Applying from Philippines
- Where
- German Embassy Manila
- How it works
- Long-stay visas need an appointment, registered in the embassy's online system, and you apply in person. Some work categories (for example healthcare and recognised vocational qualifications) go to VFS Global in Manila or Cebu. check
- Service provider
- VFS Global (some work categories)
- Agents
- The embassy warns about dubious visa agencies: don't pay them any money.
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 Philippines
Recruitment agencies in Philippines are licensed by the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) 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 Manila: visa information · manila.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.