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Germany Mandates Online Visa Applications for Specific Categories via Foreign Portal for Tajikistan Residents

Effective 20 September 2026, the German Embassy in Dushanbe is mandating online visa applications via its Foreign Portal for residents of Tajikistan applying for specific national visa categories, including study, training, Opportunity Card, and skilled worker visas. This change discontinues the traditional appointment waiting list system for these categories, streamlining the initial application process for affected individuals.

Jurisdiction

Germany

Stage

Effective 20 Sept 2026

Published

Not stated in source

In force

20 Sept 2026

Category

Work Permits

Official source

duschanbe.diplo.de