Type D Germany Visa - Approved.
Edit: Title is not correct. Type C Business Visa.
Hi all, thought I’d share my experience incase it helps anyone.
Around 20days ago, I posted here and in UAE subreddit asking if anyone had experience entering VFS without an appointment. I didn’t get any answers here but on the UAE subreddit, an ex VFS employee said to try because it is a business visa.
So I did give it a go.
Wednesday, 12 Aug - walked into VFS with my documentation. VFS entry point officer told me to go via Premium Lounge. Submitted all my documents.
Monday, 17 Aug - got notified saying my passport os enroute VFS Abu Dhabi
Tuesday 18 Aug - picked up my passport.
Visa details.
Valid from (my actual date of entry which I specificed) - 30/08
Expiry - 13/10/2026
Number of Entries: Multi
Documents I submitted…
- A detailed cover letter stating the purpose of my trip which was that my company was a platinum sponsor of the event and I was an exhibitor. I also described my role during event.
- Company NOC, Vat Certificate and Registration.
- Letter from Company stating my travel is fully sponsored.
- Personal Bank Statements - 6 months
- Salary certificate
- Previous schengen visa which was only 1 from France that was valid for 1 year, Multiple entry back in 2019.
- My day-to-day itinerary during the event.
- The usual passport, visa, residence ID
- My tickets and accommodation weren’t booked but I had an email from our corporate travel agent seeking confirmation on flights and accommodation.
These were the most important.
Company sponsorship of event contract
Floor plan of company stand
Exhibitor Badge
Invoices showing my company has paid for the event and sponsorship.
The exhibitor badge was required to allow walk-in.
The invoices showing payment of sponsorship were to waive visa fees.
I hope my post covers everything. In case anything, feel free to ask.
I just have 1 question - Will this business visa help me gain Schengen visas easily in the future if I apply for tourism?