A visa for marriage in Germany can only be granted if a certificate of intended marriage ("Anmeldung zur Eheschließung") has been issued by the competent German Civil Registrar.

You are required to present a valid passport (minimum validity of 6 months). The following documents must be presented during your appointment at the Embassy. Ensure your application is complete.

Required Documents for Application:

1. Application Forms

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

2. Biometric Photos

• Three biometric passport photos (not older than 6 months)

3. Passport Copies

• Copy of all pages of your passport (A4 size)
• Copy of all pages of your fiancé/e’s passport (A4 size)

4. Fiancé/e’s Documentation (if applicable)

• Copy of fiancé/e’s residence permit (“Aufenthaltstitel”) for Germany
• Copy of fiancé/e’s Meldebescheinigung (residence certificate), not older than 6 months

5. Language Requirement

• A1 certificate issued by the Goethe Institut Colombo

5. Marriage Documentation

• Anmeldung zur Eheschließung (certificate of intended marriage) issued by the German Civil Registrar

6. Proof of Financial Means

• Verpflichtungserklärung (formal obligation letter) or fiancé/e’s last 3 pay slips and house lease contract or proof of home ownership

7. Birth Certificate

• Original Sinhalese/Tamil birth certificate (with a copy and translation)

Please ensure you provide all the required documents in complete form before scheduling your appointment.