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The new EU entry procedure will start on October 12, 2025

Digital, secure, and efficient. The new Entry/Exit System (EES) will replace passport stamping.

Visas for foreign guests

Foreign guests face various challenges when applying for a visa and entering Germany. Inviting companies can support them.

China continues to demand official PU invitations

China still requires an official PU invitation for certain countries of origin.

Publication: Tips for Successful Business in the United States

The tips for business success in the United States have been updated. The exclusive publication for VDMA members is now available in German and English.

Short-term work assignments on the basis of a purchase contract visa-free

Short-term work assignments in the UK are possible without a visa on the basis of a purchase or leasing contract. Otherwise a visa is required.

Focus on service deployment - balancing capacity bottlenecks

Schengen visa may allow short-term deployment of non-EU service technicians in Germany.

Avoid Russia travel

Travel to Russia is possible, but increasingly security considerations must be taken into account.

The right visa - Traveling professionally in South Africa

Short-term business trips are possible without a visa, but a visa is required for assemblers and service assignments.

Current developments in India

Get informed about current developments in India.

Event programme

The VDMA offers events on current foreign trade topics, on the web and live on site.

South Korea lifts all travel restrictions as of Oct. 1, 2022

Additional PCR test after entry eliminated.

Tips for Successful Business Operations in China

The revision of the tips brochure on doing business in China is now available. It contains highlights on the most important aspects of trading with China and at the same time links them to the respective experts in the VDMA.

Welcome to VDMA Foreign Trade!

The VDMA Foreign Trade team supports VDMA member companies in the internationalization of mechanical and plant engineering. We provide you with practical support in all matters relating to foreign business.

Representative offices abroad

China, India, Japan, USA, Brazil or Singapore: Our VDMA liaison offices abroad help you with your commitment in the most important foreign markets.

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