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Togo Visa for Germany Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

German citizens need an e-visa for Togo, applied for online in advance through the official visa.gouv.tg portal, valid for a single-entry stay of up to 90 days.

Guide last updated September 10, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry, with at least two blank pages
  • Completed online e-visa application via visa.gouv.tg
  • Digital passport photo and passport bio-page scan uploaded during application
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking) and return/onward ticket
  • No biometrics required for the e-visa itself, though fingerprints may be captured on arrival
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry; travel health insurance is recommended

Visa types

  • Tourist e-Visa - single entry, valid for use within 90 days of issue, maximum stay 90 days, fee approximately EUR 41-46
  • Business e-Visa - single or multiple entry, requires an invitation letter from a Togolese company, fee approximately EUR 46-91 depending on entry count
  • Transit Visa - short validity for onward travel, fee approximately EUR 27

How to apply online

  • Apply through the official e-visa portal at visa.gouv.tg
  • Steps: register an account, complete the application form, upload required documents (photo, passport scan, yellow fever certificate, accommodation proof), pay online, and await email confirmation
  • Fee: approximately EUR 41-46 for a single-entry tourist e-visa, payable by credit/debit card
  • Processing time: typically 48-72 hours, though can extend to 5 business days during high demand
  • Approval arrives as a PDF e-visa to print and present with your passport on arrival at Lomé-Tokoin International Airport

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: approximately EUR 41-46 (tourist, single entry), up to EUR 91 for multiple-entry business visas
  • No separate VFS/BLS service fee - the e-visa system is processed directly through the government portal
  • Total estimated cost: EUR 41-91 depending on visa type
  • Standard processing time: 48-72 hours
  • Express processing may be available for an additional fee during periods of high application volume

Tips for Germany travelers

  • Apply at least 1 week in advance to allow for standard processing and any additional document requests
  • Common rejection reasons include an expired or missing yellow fever certificate and unclear accommodation proof
  • Print the e-visa approval and carry it alongside your passport, as border officials will request a physical or digital copy
  • Ensure your yellow fever certificate is valid, as it is checked on arrival and entry can be refused without it
  • Extensions inside Togo are handled through the Direction Générale de la Documentation Nationale in Lomé

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.