Find official contact details, opening hours and consular services for the Embassy of United Arab Emirates in Berlin, Germany.
Contact Details
| Address | Hiroshimastraße 18 - 20, 10785 Berlin, Germany |
| Telephone | +49 30 51 65 16 |
| Fax | +49 30 516 519 00 |
| berlinemb.amo@mofaic.gov.ae | |
| Website | www.mofa.gov.ae |
| Social Media | Facebook · X · Instagram |
| Head of Mission | Mr. Ahmed Alattar, Ambassador |
Consular Section
Opening Hours Embassy
Below are the official opening hours of the Embassy of United Arab Emirates in Berlin. Visitors are advised to verify current opening times before planning their visit.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 15:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 15:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 15:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 15:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 15:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours may change on public holidays. Always verify before your visit.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates is at Hiroshimastraße 18–20 in the diplomatic quarter of Berlin-Tiergarten, on the southern edge of the Tiergarten park.
- Telephone: +49 30 51 65 16.
- Holiday trip to Dubai? German citizens do not need to visit the embassy. There is no visa requirement for short stays.
About the Embassy of the UAE in Berlin
The embassy represents the United Arab Emirates in Germany. The two countries have a strategic partnership with a focus on energy, hydrogen, investment and trade. Several hundred thousand German tourists travel to Dubai and Abu Dhabi every year.
The UAE also has a Consulate General in Munich for Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg.
Which UAE office is responsible for me?
| Office | Area |
|---|---|
| Embassy, Berlin | All federal states except Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg |
| Consulate General, Munich | Bavaria, Baden-Württemberg |
Consular services
- Passports and consular services for Emirati citizens
- Attestation and legalisation of German documents for use in the UAE, for example degree certificates or marriage certificates
- Support for Emirati citizens receiving medical treatment in Germany
- Information on business and investment
Documents checklist
Legalising a German document for the UAE
- The original document
- Pre-certification by the responsible German authority. For many documents this is the German Federal Office of Administration or the state authority that issued it.
- A copy of your passport
- Payment of the legalisation fee
The exact steps depend on the type of document. Ask the embassy before you send anything.
Visa information
Travelling from Germany to the UAE
German citizens do not need a visa for tourist, business or family visits of up to 90 days within 180 days, if they travel with a valid biometric passport.
- Working, paid or unpaid, is not allowed during a visa-free stay.
- The authorities can extend a stay beyond 90 days.
- Entry is only allowed if the sex in your passport is entered as “M” or “F”. Passports with incomplete dates of birth (for example “XX.XX.”) or without first or last name can lead to refusal of entry.
Travelling from the UAE to Germany
Citizens of the UAE do not need a visa for short stays of up to 90 days within 180 days in the Schengen area.
Other consulates and embassies in Berlin
161 other countries are represented in Berlin, among them: Afghanistan (embassy), Albania (embassy), Algeria (embassy), Angola (embassy), Argentina (embassy), Armenia (embassy), Australia (embassy), Austria (embassy), Azerbaijan (embassy), Bahrain (embassy), Bangladesh (embassy), United Kingdom (embassy), United States (embassy), Uruguay (embassy), Uzbekistan (embassy), Venezuela (embassy), Vietnam (embassy), Yemen (embassy), Zambia (embassy), Zimbabwe (embassy). The full list of all 162 missions is on the overview page for Germany.
Closing days
The embassy is closed on German public holidays in Berlin and on UAE holidays, including Commemoration Day on 1 December, National Day (Eid Al Etihad) on 2 December and the Islamic holidays.
Emergency assistance
Emirati nationals in Germany
The embassy and the Consulate General in Munich help Emirati citizens in emergencies, including during medical treatment.
German nationals in the UAE
Germany has an embassy in Abu Dhabi and a Consulate General in Dubai. Note that the UAE applies strict laws, including the death penalty, which is also imposed on foreign nationals.
Diplomatic missions between the UAE and Germany
United Arab Emirates in Germany
Measured in a straight line from Berlin, the nearest other Emirati office is the Consulate General in Munich (about 500 km). Distances in brackets are straight-line distances from Berlin.
- Berlin – Embassy of the United Arab Emirates (this page)
- Munich – Consulate General (500 km) (Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg)
Germany in the United Arab Emirates
- Abu Dhabi – German Embassy
- Dubai – German Consulate General
Frequently asked questions about the UAE Embassy in Berlin
Do Germans need a visa for Dubai?
No, not for stays of up to 90 days within 180 days with a biometric passport. Working is not allowed without a permit.
Can I enter the UAE with an “X” in the sex field of my passport?
No. According to the German Federal Foreign Office, entry is only allowed with “M” or “F”.
Which office is responsible for Bavaria?
The UAE Consulate General in Munich, which also covers Baden-Württemberg.
Where do I get German documents legalised for the UAE?
Pre-certification by the responsible German authority comes first. The embassy then legalises the document.
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Details checked on 3 October 2026. Sources: German Federal Foreign Office (travel advice and missions). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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