How long does it take to get a German visa appointment (iData) in Turkey?
For a visit visa, the wait for an appointment can be anything from a few months up to 10 months. After the appointment, the decision usually takes 10-20 days. When the appointment email comes, reply within 48 hours or you can lose your place.
How long you wait depends on the city and the time of year. Appointments go out in order, and there is no way to jump the queue.
So check your email every day. If you do not reply to the appointment email within 48 hours, you can lose your place in the queue.
How long the decision takes after the appointment also depends on where you applied.
Some people say that national (type D) visas, such as student visas, also go through iData. The application routes can change.
Plan early and keep documents such as the invitation letter ready. The official websites of the German missions in Turkey and of iData have the current information.
This information is based on community experience and is not legal advice. Rules can change; check important things with the responsible office.
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