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Germany - Consular Information Sheet
October 24, 1994
Country Description: Germany is a stable democracy with a modern economy.
Tourist facilities throughout Germany are highly developed with the
exception of some areas in eastern Germany.
Entry Requirements: A passport is required. No tourist or business visa is
required for stays of up to 90 days. For detailed information concerning
entry requirements for Germany, travelers may contact the German Embassy at
4645 Reservoir Road N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007, telephone (202) 298-4000,
or the German Consulates General in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Detroit,
Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York or Seattle.
Medical Facilities: Good medical care is widely available with some
facilities in eastern Germany more limited. Doctors and hospitals may
expect immediate payment in cash for health services. U.S. medical
insurance is not always valid outside the United States. Travelers have
found that, in some cases, supplemental medical insurance with specific
overseas coverage has proven to be useful. Further information on health
matters can be obtained from the Centers for Disease Control's international
travelers hotline at (404) 332-4559.
Crime Information: Germany has a low rate of violent crime. Crimes such as
burglary, petty theft, and narcotics trafficking are increasing but not
dramatically. Pickpocketing and purse snatching occur in urban areas,
particularly on public transportation and in crowded department stores,
train stations, and other areas frequented by tourists. Travelers should
therefore take normal precautions to safeguard their valuables, money, and
credit cards. Major cities have certain sections where crime rates are
higher. These areas are normally easily identifiable, and can be avoided.
The loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported immediately
to local police and the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. The Department
of State's pamphlet "A Safe Trip Abroad" contains information on
safeguarding valuables and promoting personal security. It can be obtained
from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office,
Washington, D.C. 20402.
Extremist Activities: There are a small number of right- and left-wing
extremist groups active in Germany. Right-wing groups have staged violent
but isolated demonstrations and attacks, the majority of which have been
directed against foreigners. Most such acts are perpetrated spontaneously,
often by persons under the influence of alcohol. Extremists, often
displaying unpredictable behavior, should be avoided. Although Americans
have not generally been targets, they could become inadvertently involved in
spontaneous demonstrations.
Terrorist Activities: Although Germany is a possible venue for
transnational terrorism, present activities of various terrorist elements in
Germany are not perceived to pose a direct threat to Americans at this time.
Drug Penalties: U.S. citizens are subject to the laws of the country in
which they are traveling. Penalties for possession, use, or trafficking in
illegal drugs are strict, and convicted offenders can expect jail sentences
and fines.
Registration: Americans may obtain updated information on travel and
security within Germany from the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy or any
of the U.S. Consulates. The U.S. Embassy's toll-free 24-hour hotline in
Germany on crime, security, and information on demonstrations may be
accessed by dialing 0130-826364.
Embassy and Consulate Locations:
U.S. Embassy Bonn: Deichmanns Aue 29; tel. (49) (228) 3391;
Embassy Office Berlin: Neustaedtische Kirchstrasse 4-5; tel. (49) (30) 238-
5174;
Consular Section Berlin: Clayallee 170; tel. (49) (30) 819-7465 or 819-7466.
U.S. Consulates General are located at:
Frankfurt: Siesmayerstrasse 21, tel. (49) (69) 75350;
Hamburg: Alsterufer 27/28, tel. (49) (40) 411710;
Munich: Koeniginstrasse 5, tel. (49) (89) 2888-0;
Stuttgart: Urbanstrasse 7, tel. (49) (711) 210080;
Leipzig: Wilhelm Seyfferth Strasse 4, tel. (49) (341) 213-840.
The Consulates General in Stuttgart and Leipzig currently offer only
emergency services to U.S. citizens.
No. 94-246
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated April 29, 1993, to amend
the sections on terrorist activities and crime information and to add a
section on extremist activities.