Germany Visa RequirementsFor Lesotho passport holders
Germany is a Schengen member. Lesotho nationals must apply for a short-stay Schengen type C visa. The fee is EUR 80 and the visa covers up to 90 days within any 180-day period across all Schengen states.
Lesotho passport holders require a visa to enter Germany.
Apply at the German embassy in Pretoria or via VFS Global in South Africa. Submit form, photos, insurance, bank statements, employment letter, return flight, and hotel bookings. Fee is EUR 80. Processing takes 15 calendar days.
Germany is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Lesotho to Germany: What You Need to Know
Germany has a development and diplomatic presence in Lesotho through the GIZ development agency. Despite these ties, Lesotho nationals must obtain a Schengen visa. The German embassy in Pretoria handles applications from Southern Africa.
How to Get There
A German Schengen visa allows travel throughout all 27 Schengen countries.
Money & Banking
Germany uses the Euro (EUR). Germany still uses cash more than most EU countries; carry EUR 50 to 100. ATMs are widely available.
Practical Tips
Berlin, Munich, and the Bavarian Alps are popular. Show strong ties to Lesotho. Apply 4 weeks before travel. Biometrics are required for first-time applicants.