Embassy of Germany in Harare
Today 09:00–12:00- Address
- Ceres Road 30, Harare
- Phone
- +263 4 308655
- Website
- harare.diplo.de
- Head of mission
- Christoph Retzlaff, Ambassador
Germany
Zimbabwe
German Embassy in Zimbabwe
1 embassy
Germany is represented in Zimbabwe by 1 mission: an embassy in Harare. Zimbabwean citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Germany.
German Embassy in Harare
At Ceres Road 30, Harare, the German embassy represents Germany towards Zimbabwe. The head of mission on record is Christoph Retzlaff, Ambassador. Its phone number and website are on its page.
Germany visa for Zimbabwean citizens
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Germany visa requirements for citizens of Zimbabwe
- Schengen visa (type C) – tourism
- Schengen visa (type C) – visiting friends or family in Germany
- National visa (type D) – study, work, family reunification
- Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – business
- Fee: €90
- 22 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Zimbabwean citizens need a visa for Germany, obtained before travel. In Zimbabwe, applications go to the German embassy in Harare, or to a visa centre working for Germany.
Zimbabwe’s missions in Germany
Missions of Zimbabwe in Germany (1)
In return, Zimbabwe has an embassy in Germany, in Berlin.
Good to know
Germany in Zimbabwe
Worldwide, Germany has 571 missions in 191 countries; one of them is in Zimbabwe.
Travel to Zimbabwe for German citizens
Zimbabwe issues German citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 90 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance. In Zimbabwe, German citizens can turn to the German embassy for passports and emergency help.
When the German embassy in Zimbabwe is closed
The German embassy in Zimbabwe closes on Zimbabwe’s public holidays, the next being Unity Day on Tuesday 22 December 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and St. Stephen's Day (Boxing Day) on Saturday 26 December 2026, and usually on some holidays of Germany, such as Christmas Day (Erster Weihnachtstag) on Friday 25 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the German embassy in Zimbabwe?
The German embassy is in Harare, at Ceres Road 30, Harare.
Do Zimbabwean citizens need a visa for Germany?
Zimbabwean citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Germany.
Do German citizens need a visa for Zimbabwe?
German citizens receive their visa for Zimbabwe at the border; it covers up to 90 days.
Does Zimbabwe have an embassy in Germany?
Yes, Zimbabwe has its embassy in Berlin.