The German Consulate in Karachi has suspended operation again in 2025. All visa and attestation services indefinitely for Pakistani and other non‑EU citizens. This decision was announced as an urgent notice on social media by the mission and was repeated by official channels. Consequently, all existing and upcoming appointments have been cancelled without rescheduling details.
Who Is Impacted by This Suspension?
All Pakistani applicants residing in Sindh and Balochistan provinces, who previously relied on the Karachi mission for visa or attestation services, are directly affected. This includes tourism visas, family‑visit visas, student visas, work visas and national long‑term visa categories.
Appointment Cancellations and Processing Halt
All confirmed visa appointments originally scheduled at the Karachi consulate have been cancelled and will not be rescheduled for the time being. Applicants will be notified directly by email of their new appointment dates. Meanwhile, no fresh visa applications are being accepted until further administrative updates are provided.
Has the German Consulate in Karachi suspended operations before?
Yes, in 2024 the German Consulate Karachi suspended operations on similar grounds for a period of 1 week. The Consulate later resumed services and also rescheduled all appointments.
What Can Applicants Do Now?
Applicants impacted by this operational suspension must monitor official updates closely. Visa seekers are advised to wait patiently for the consulate to reopen before rebooking appointments. Government‑issued passports and previously granted visas (postulated to be issued before suspension) may still be collected in person from Karachi, if already authorised. Meanwhile, fresh applications, biometric interviews or attestation services cannot be initiated until operations resume.
Why Urgent Attention Is Advisable
Since the suspension continues indefinitely, affected individuals must not delay follow‑up once resumption is announced. Delays in visa application could affect academic, business or travel timelines. Therefore, all applicants should plan ahead and stay informed via official communication.
Monitoring and Official Resources
Key updates and notices have been posted on social media by the Karachi mission and should be considered the primary source until further notice. Travel Daastan emphasises that applicants will be contacted via email regarding new dates once operations resume. It is essential to retain appointment‑booking emails and monitor registered addresses.
FAQs
1. What exactly happened with the German Consulate in Karachi?
The German Consulate in Karachi has suspended all operations for visa and attestation services — indefinitely. No applications are being accepted, and all appointments have been cancelled until further notice.
2. I had an appointment booked — is it still valid?
Unfortunately, no. All appointments, regardless of the category or date, have been automatically cancelled. The consulate will notify you once it reopens.
3. Why did they shut down suddenly?
The official reason is not given. The consulate had earlier been closed from 8-11 July 2025 and in 2024 it was closed on 8th July for a week.
4. Can I apply for a German visa from another city, like Islamabad?
At this point, No. Only residents of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhawa are apply from Islamabad. You’ll need to wait until the Karachi office resumes operations.
5. What if my travel is urgent, like for study or medical reasons?
We understand the urgency, but as of now, no emergency appointments are being offered by the Karachi consulate. You’ll need to monitor their website or contact the Embassy in Islamabad for any possible exceptions.
6. Are they still answering emails or phone calls?
No. The consulate has paused communication — emails and calls are not being responded to. Updates will only be shared via official announcements on their website or social media.
7. I already submitted my passport for visa stamping. Can I collect it?
No, you cannot. You need to wait until the consulate resumes operation.
8. How will I know when they reopen?
The best way is to keep checking the German Consulate Karachi’s website and their official social media pages. They’ll make an announcement once services resume.
9. Should I book a new appointment date now in case they reopen suddenly?
No need — the booking system for Karachi has been disabled. Once the consulate is operational again, they’ll activate it and email past applicants about new appointment options.
10. Will my past appointment or biometrics be valid when they reopen?
That hasn’t been confirmed yet. Most likely, applicants will need to re-register. It’s best to keep all past communication and stay ready for fresh submissions.