Since 1 August 2018, close family members (spouses, minor children, and parents of minor children) of individuals with subsidiary protection status in Germany are eligible to apply for a family reunion visa. To proceed with your application, you are required to follow the steps below:

Registration Process:

• Register your application details via the specified website (for family reunion visa).
• After successful registration and verification of your documents by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the Embassy will allocate appointments based on the order of registration.
• Do not use the general appointment system; you must register via the above-mentioned website to proceed with your visa application.

Required Documents:

1. Application Forms

• Filled-in national visa application form
• Declaration form (Section 54 (2) 8 in conjunction with Section 53 of the Residence Act)

2. Biometric Photos

• 3 biometric passport photos of the applicant (not older than 6 months)

3. Passport Copies

• Copy of all pages of the applicant's passport (A4 size)
• Copy of all pages of the family member's passport (A4 size)

4. Proof of Family Member's Status in Germany

• Copy of family member's residence permit (“Aufenthaltstitel”) for Germany
• Copy of the notice of recognition of subsidiary protection by the BAMF
• Copy of the family member's Meldebescheinigung (residence certificate), not older than 6 months

5. Proof of Relationship to Family Member in Germany

• To join a spouse:
  • Original Singhalese/Tamil marriage certificate + scanned copy certified by the Ministry of Foreign Relations + translation
• To join a child:
  • Original Singhalese/Tamil marriage certificate + scanned copy certified by the Ministry of Foreign Relations + translation
  • Original Singhalese/Tamil child’s birth certificate + scanned copy certified by the Ministry of Foreign Relations + translation

6. Other Supporting Documents

• Your original Singhalese/Tamil birth certificate + scanned copy certified by the Ministry of Foreign Relations + translation
• Proof of German language courses attended in Sri Lanka (if available)
• Proof of your educational degrees or diploma (if available)
• Additional documents (if applicable) that provide information on your personal circumstances and living conditions in Sri Lanka (with translations)
• From the family member in Germany (if available):
  • Language certificates, employment contract, tenancy agreement (“Mietvertrag”)

7. Custody or Death Documents (if applicable)

• Original Singhalese/Tamil Decree Absolute and Decree Nisi + scanned copy certified by the Ministry of Foreign Relations, mentioning custody of the child + translation
• Original Singhalese/Tamil death certificate of the deceased parent (if applicable) + copy + translation

Important Notes:

• Only complete applications will be accepted. Make sure to check all documents are ready and in order before the appointment.
• For family members in Germany, any additional documents, such as proof of employment or language skills, will help support your application.
• Please avoid booking an appointment via the Embassy's general system. You must use the website for family reunification registrations.