AHK Membership
The annual membership fee is based on your company size – fair and transparent. Whether you're a small start-up or a...
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Business VISA Service for AHK Members
The AHK Business Visa Service is available exclusively to AHK member companies and enables faster appointment scheduling via VFS Global. In addition, we provide a recommendation letter to support your application. This complimentary service is available to all employees of AHK member companies residing in the UAE, but it does not replace the official visa application process and does not guarantee visa approval. We strongly recommend submitting a complete application with all required documents. Application forms and further details can be found on the website of the German Consulate General in Dubai.
AML Identification & Verification (GwG Compliance)
Anyone wishing to open a bank account with a financial institution in Germany must complete an identity verification process in accordance with the German Anti-Money Laundering Act (GwG), which requires identity checks for both individuals and legal entities abroad. Individuals or companies based in the UAE can contact AHK for support. During a scheduled in-person appointment, we carry out the AML-compliant identification of the individual or entity and verify the identity of the authorized representative. After the appointment, we submit the verified documents and send copies of all required materials (e.g., identification documents) directly to the respective bank in Germany.
