Processing time for FVR (blue card) in Germany consulate in Istanbul

Member since 09 June 2021

charinaapril09New member13 June 2021 19:49:22

Hi, just want to check if anyone has recently applied /been granted a visa ( family reunification) in german consulate in istanbul? How long does it take these days to get an appointment and getting approved.

Thanks,
Charina

beppi Germany/Singapore Expert

Member since 08 August 2010

Germany & Singapore Expert

beppiGermany/Singapore Expert14 June 2021 08:48:57

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Since FRV applications are processed by the foreigner office ("Ausl盲nderbeh枚rde") of the town in Germany where you intend to live, the consulate is not the determining factor and also cannot tell you how long it will take.
If you want to learn about the extent of inefficiency and ineptitude of German buerocracy, you can try contacting the Ausl盲nderamt. But I recommend you wait patiently and focus on more positive things instead.
Note: In my experience (not from Istanbul and also probably not the same town) it can take anywhere between one and six months. That was before COVID.

charinaapril09 New member

Member since 09 June 2021

charinaapril09New member14 June 2021 10:05:08

Thanks!

**sigh. If that's the case we better stay put. I was thinking if it would be worthit to apply in the UK since we still have residency there.

Let's hope for the best! X