Q1: Germany visa processing time, what's realistic? A1: Typically 10-15 working days for straightforward tourist applications. Business visas can sometimes move faster if you have a solid invitation letter from the German company. Q2: I'm self-employed, is that a problem for the application? A2: It's not a problem, but it does need more documentation. We'll ask for things like your business registration, recent tax returns, and a letter explaining your travel purpose. It takes a bit more prep but it's manageable. Q3: Does travel insurance need to be German specifically? A3: No, it needs to cover the whole Schengen area with at least €30,000 medical coverage. It doesn't matter which country issues the policy as long as it meets that requirement. Q4: What if I've been refused a Schengen visa before, does that affect a Germany application? A4: It can come up during review, so we ask about previous refusals upfront. If there was one, we look at what likely caused it and adjust the new [...]