Visa and entry
What happens at the Botschaftstermin?
Short answer
For the Botschaftstermin (the appointment at the German embassy), the au pair already needs to have a host family as well as the corresponding contract and visa documents.
Last updated: 20.08.2026
What lies behind it
On the day of the appointment, the au pair officially submits their application for an au pair visa at the responsible German embassy or consulate in their home country, and hands in the required documents.
This appointment marks the start of the actual processing of the visa application.