British visa for German citizens
A visa is NOT required for German passport holders visiting United Kingdom for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For German citizens to enter United Kingdom for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | United Kingdom e-visa for German citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United Kingdom visa on arrival for German citizens | Not Available | |
United Kingdom tourist visa requirements:
- Holding German passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United Kingdom.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United Kingdom.
If you are looking for United Kingdom visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Germany, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of United Kingdom nearest your place of residence.
- Berlin: The Embassy of United Kingdom in Berlin, Germany (Working hours: Close now)
- Dusseldorf: The Consulate General of United Kingdom in Dusseldorf, Germany (Working hours: Close now)
- Munich: The Consulate General of United Kingdom in Munich, Germany (Working hours: Close now)
United Kingdom visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United Kingdom diplomatic mission offices to Germany for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Germany traveling to United Kingdom from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Germany) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 3,094,350 | N/A |
| 2009 | 3,035,410 | -1.90% |
| 2010 | 3,094,350 | 1.94% |
| 2011 | 2,947,000 | -4.76% |
| 2012 | 2,967,000 | 0.68% |
| 2013 | 3,048,000 | 2.73% |
| 2014 | 3,220,000 | 5.64% |
| 2015 | 3,249,000 | 0.90% |
| 2016 | 3,341,000 | 2.83% |
| 2017 | 3,380,000 | 1.17% |
| 2018 | 3,262,000 | -3.49% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United Kingdom & Germany comparison
United Kingdom's area is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi), while the area of Germany is approximately 348,560 km2 (134,579 sq mi). This means Germany is 44.07% larger than United Kingdom.
As of April 2024, United Kingdom's population is ~69.3 million people - 15,531,182 fewer people than the population of Germany.
We have highlighted United Kingdom & Germany’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United Kingdom | Germany | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 69,325,194 | 84,856,376 | 15.5 million fewer people live in United Kingdom than Germany |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 222 | 227 | United Kingdom has 5 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Germany. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 139 | 145 | United Kingdom passport holders visit 6 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 348 | 593 | British hosts 245 fewer foreign missions than Germany. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Germany travel to United Kingdom in one year?
The number of visitors from Germany visiting United Kingdom in 2018 was approximately 3,262,000.
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