Welcome to Germany
In the Nation Brands Index, a global survey ranking 50 countries in terms of their attractiveness, Germany has once again taken second place.
Nation Brands Index 2012
Afrika kommt - Africa is coming
AFRIKA KOMMT! (AFRIKA IS COMING!) is a joint initiative by leading German companies that is aimed at capacity building among young and highly qualified professionals from Sub-Saharan Africa.
The programme consists of a 12-month stay in Germany, comprising a 9-month internship in one of the participating companies and a 3-months German language course. The practical training gives participants the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in management practices and economic, social and organisational change processes in the respective company. The skills acquired will enable them to establish networks between partners from their home companies and German companies.
You can also find more information on the website: www.afrika-kommt.de
Please find more information about "Afrika kommt!" [pdf, 87.1k]
Information about Germany
The book "Facts About Germany" and its online version as well as other internet sites will help you find out more about Germany.
Please follow the links listed below for more information.
Working in Germany
Information on the general requirements for working in Germany, access to the labour market and finding work in Germany can be found here:
Studying and Working in Germany
Education, Research and Studying in Germany
You are interested in information about postgraduate courses and research grants in Germany? Or you want to find out how to further your education in Germany? Maybe through vocational training? Please visit our sections on education and studying in Germany.
Germany as a location for business and investment
With the world`s third largest economy, Germany is a global player at the heart of Europe. Its productive work force, modern facilities and continued progress in deregulation make Germany an attractive site for investements and German enterprises top business partners.
Germany as a location for business and investment
How to apply for a visa (visa requirements)
We want to make your arrival in Germany as easy as possible. Here you can find all the information you need on applying for a visa, along with an application form as a pdf file to download.
Please take note: Airport Transit Visa
With effect from 01 May 2008 Nigerian citizens do not need an airport transit visa
if they are in possession of a valid visa for a member state of the EU
or for a sovereign state of the convent of the European Economic Territory of 02 May 1992,
Japan, Canada, Switzerland or the United States of America;
or if after using the visa they return to Nigeria from any of these countries.
New Visa Appointment System!
In order to obtain an appointment to submit your visa application (short-term visas only!) you are required to send a formal request letter to the German Consulate-General in Lagos. Please find more information here:
How to Apply for a Visa (Visa Requirements)
