Philippines to Germany: Travel Requirements, Restrictions, Visa, Etc.

Germany is open to all vaccinated tourists.
by Ina Louise Manto | May 25, 2022

Ready to see the world again? Many European countries are now accepting tourist arrivals after closing their borders. If going on a Euro trip is your definition of revenge travel, Germany is a country you shouldn’t skip. This European country is teeming with history, food, and culture from its major cities Berlin, Frankfurt, and Munich to scenic towns and cities that will let you travel back in time.

Here’s everything you need to know that will help you prepare for travel to Germany:

Table of Contents

Who can travel to Germany?
Requirements for travel from Philippines to Germany
- What are the accepted vaccines in Germany?
Do Filipinos need a visa to enter Germany?
- How to apply for a Schengen visa
Quarantine rules
Current Germany COVID situation

Is Germany open to tourists?

Yes, Germany is open to all vaccinated tourists.

Who can travel from the Philippines to Germany?

Germany is open to:

German citizens and residents with a current right to reside in the country, including their spouses, partners, and minor children
Travelers connecting a flight who do not leave the transit zone of a passenger
Other special cases
Leisure travelers

Generally, Germany is open to travelers from EU member states, states associated with Schengen (Norway, Iceland, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein), and other countries. Travelers from other countries for any purpose are only allowed for fully vaccinated people.

Requirements for travel from Philippines to Germany

Aside from the travel requirements by your chosen airline, these are the general requirements to enter Germany:

Proof of vaccination in German, English, French, Spanish or Italian in digital or paper form
Proof of COVID-19 status, either:
- A negative RT-PCR test taken within 72 hours of travel or antigen test result taken within 48 hours of travel
- Proof of recovery from COVID-19
Digital entry registration

Find more details about the proof of vaccination and recovery requirements here.

What are the accepted vaccines in Germany?

According to the German Embassy in Manila, only these vaccines listed on the website of the Federal Institute for Vaccines and Biomedicines Paul-Ehrlich-Institute are accepted:

AstraZeneca AB, Schweden, Vaxzevria (including AZD 1222)
BioNTech/Pfizer Manufacturing GmbH, Comirnaty (including BNT162b2/COMIRNATY, Tozinameran)
Janssen-Cilag International NV
Moderna Biotech Spain, S.L., Spikevax (including mRNA-1273)

Find more information here.

Do you need a visa to enter Germany?

How to apply for a Schengen visa

If you’re flying to Germany for a visit or for tourism, you will need a Schengen visa, which will allow you to stay in the country for up to 90 days. Here are the Schengen visa requirements in the Philippines:

Print-out of duly filled and signed application form
Passport, which is valid for at least three months after returning from Germany
Two biometrical passport photos attached to the application form
Visa fee of 80 Euro, 40 Euro for applicants from 6-12 years old
Flight and hotel reservation for the entire stay in Germany
Proof of financial coverage of the cost of stay
- Bank statements for the last six months or a formal obligation according to §§ 66-68 AufenthG with a confirmation of the declarant’s financial capacity by the local Immigration (“Ausländerbehörde”)
Proof of rootedness in the Philippines (e.g. work contract and bank statements showing transfer of last six monthly salaries), proof of enrollment for students, marriage certificate, etc.
Proof of health travel insurance. Find recommended insurance companies here.
For first time travelers to Germany: informal declaration explaining your willingness to return to the Philippines before the expiration of your visa

Once you’ve obtained all the requirements, register for an appointment and submit your application personally at VFS Global in Manila or Cebu. Find more information regarding the Schengen visa application here.

Quarantine rules

Travel to Germany is generally quarantine-free. However, travelers coming from high-risk countries in the last 10 days prior to traveling to Germany are required to travel directly to their destination and self-isolate or quarantine for 10 days. Quarantine may end early for those who test negative on Day 5 of isolation.