Appointment-System of the German Foreign Office — Boston
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GERMAN PASSPORTS
To apply for a passport, you need an appointment. Appointments can only be booked online. Please book one appointment per person and application even if you apply as a family. (i.e. 1 adult, 2 kids: 3 appointments). Make sure you appear on time at the beginning of your appointment. If you fail to arrive on time, you will automatically lose your slot and need to book a new appointment.
The necessary application forms, a list of the required documents and other useful information regarding your application can be found here. It is absolutely necessary to follow the instructions and come prepared with all documents.
LAST NAME in the German passport
If your last name has changed after marriage or divorce, or if you are applying for a minor for the first time and you as the parents do not have a joint last name according to German law, a name declaration will be necessary.
The following links provide further information – please read it thoroughly prior to booking an appointment!
Important information on the availability of appointments
Appointments for passport applications can only be booked for up to 28 days in advance. New appointment slots are made available daily. If you are not successful in obtaining an appointment today, please try again later.
If you arrive late for your appointment, access to the Consulate may be denied. If you cannot make it to your appointment, please cancel it through the link provided in your confirmation email to make the slot available for other customers.
Many GPS models and online route planners know the German Consulate in Boston, but some map versions have us incorrectly located. Please follow the instructions on our website:
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Information about the visa process can be found on our website. There you can also find information about whether you need a visa or not. Please read the information provided thoroughly before booking an appointment.
Please ONLY use the following application forms:
The application form for Schengen visa applications (for a stay of less than 90 days) is available here.
The application form for national visa applications (for a stay of more than 90 days) is available here.
Short-term visa - Schengen-Visa (for stays under 90 days)
Important:
All applications for Schengen visas have to be submitted through BLS International, our external service provider. Applications will no longer be accepted by this Consulate General.
Click on the following link to book an appointment with BLS: https://usa.blsgermanyvisa.com/book_appointment.php
Residence Visa (for stays over 90 days)
For certain purposes of stay, the application must first be submitted online. Please read the following information carefully:
Employment / Family Reunion / Study / Training
Applicants for visas for the purpose of taking up employment, family reunion, study as well as training must submit their application online.
After a subsequent preliminary check, an appointment booking will be opened for fingerprinting, presentation of original documents and payment of the visa fees.
You can submit your application here.
You can also use the Consular Service portal to apply for visas on the basis of personnel exchange (section 10 Employment Act), ICT or section 26 Employment Act. Please select the category “Taking up employment with professional experience”. Instead of the document “Proof of qualified professional experience”, you can alternatively provide a letter from your employer or your CV. If you have a preapproval from the Federal Employment Office, please upload this document as well.
All other applicants will continue to book an appointment via this platform.
Please click now the "continue" button below.
If you are a US citizen and intend to move to Germany for studying or family reunion, please be aware that you are still allowed to enter Germany visa-free to apply for your residence permit on site. A visa process is not necessary.
Appointments are available six weeks in advance. Please be aware that appointments at the visa section are usually well booked in advance. Special appointments can usually not be granted, so please refrain from request for additional appointments.
If you are not able to attend your appointment, please cancel it to allow other customers to submit their application. Once you cancelled your appointment, you will be able to book a new one.
Please book your own appointment for selected consular services such as notarizations, certifications, citizenship matters etc. Make sure to select the correct appointment category.
If no category is available for the service you require, please contact us via the contact form on our website instead for further instructions.
For your appointment, you need to be on time and present complete documentation (please check the information on our website!).
Many GPS models and online route planners know the German Consulate General in Boston, but some map versions have us incorrectly located. Please follow the instructions on our website:
- Für die deutsche Sprachfassung klicken Sie bitte auf die Flagge in der oberen linken Ecke -
Please click on the "Continue" button to book your appointment.
Dear customers,
please book your appointment here, if you already have received a notification from our Consulate General in Boston, that your certificate for naturalization pursuant Art. 116 II GG, 15 StAG or re-naturalization pursuant §§ 13, 14 StAG has arrived and is ready for pick-up.
Please note that you may apply for a German passport right after receiving your naturalization certificate. It is not necessary to book an additional appointment. If you want to apply for a passport, please read through the passport information on our website and make sure to bring the required form and supporting documents.