Germany visa for Canadian passport holders
A Canadian passport holder can enter Germany visa-free for up to 90 days.
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Staying longer: every Germany visa route
The tourist entry above is for visits. To live and work remotely in Germany, these are the routes the catalogue tracks — income thresholds, fees and processing times are below; the full requirements are on the country page, linked to the official source.
Verified October 12, 2026 (Eastern Time) against official sources.
| Route | Type | Stay | Income needed | Fee | Processing | Work | Residency path |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freelance Visa (Aufenthaltserlaubnis fuer Freiberufler) | freelancer | Up to 3 years, renewable | — | — | 1-3 months | ||
| Student Visa / Residence Permit (§16b) | student | Length of the course, renewed | $1,080/mo | — | — | ||
| Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) | tourist | 90 days within any 180-day period | — | 0 EUR | Immediate (visa-free) or ~15 days for a Type C visa | — | — |
| EU Blue Card | work | Up to 4 years | — | — | 1-3 months |
Germany visa questions for Canadian passport holders
Do Canadian passport citizens need a visa for Germany?
A Canadian passport holder can enter Germany visa-free for up to 90 days.
How long does the Freelance Visa (Aufenthaltserlaubnis fuer Freiberufler) take to process?
The Freelance Visa (Aufenthaltserlaubnis fuer Freiberufler) in Germany takes 1-3 months to process.
Can I work remotely in Germany on the Freelance Visa (Aufenthaltserlaubnis fuer Freiberufler)?
Yes, work is allowed on the Freelance Visa (Aufenthaltserlaubnis fuer Freiberufler) in Germany. It can be renewed.
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Visa rules change often — verify against the official government source linked on the Germany page before you travel or apply.