From Singapore to Germany
Entry & visa rule
Visa-free for short stays, but a national (D) visa is required to live and work in Germany.
Legal basis
(Source: Regulation (EU) 2018/1806,
Last verified 21 July 2026)
Popular paths for your nationality
§ 18g AufenthG
EU Blue Card
The premium work permit for academics with a job offer above a salary threshold. Fastest route to permanent re…
§ 18b AufenthGSkilled Worker (Academic, § 18b)
The general work permit for university graduates with a recognised degree and a qualified job offer — no fixed…
§ 21 Abs. 5 AufenthGFreelance Visa
For liberal professions — developers, designers, writers, artists, teachers, consultants. Famous as the 'Berli…
Frequently asked questions
Do Singaporean citizens need a visa for Germany?
Visa-free for short stays, but a national (D) visa is required to live and work in Germany.
Does my degree need to be recognised in Germany?
Check your university in the anabin database; a ZAB Statement of Comparability may be needed for skilled-worker permits.
Last verified: 21 July 2026