German Consulate General San Francisco

Welcome to the German Consulate General in San Francisco, the official representation of the Federal Government of Germany in the Pacific Northwest (i.e Northern California , Alaska, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, Wyoming and U.S. territories Baker, Howland, Jarvis, Johnston Islands, Midway and Palmyra island.)

This section provides you with Information about Consul General Peter Rothen and the different departments of the Consulate. In the Legal Section you will find information on consular and legal services for US residents and German Citizens and in the News and Events section we inform you about events and news in our administrative district.

Our German language website features information relevant for German citizens. 

For all Passport, Visa and Citizenship matters applicants need to arrange for an appointment through our website

Appointment-System of the German Foreign Office :

Apply by June 30th for the 2013 International Parliamentary Scholarships (IPS) in Berlin

May 21, 2012 | Germany.info
The Reichstag in Berlin

The International Parliamentary Scholarships gives young people from 28 countries an up-close perspective on German democracy via a three-month internship in the office of a Member of the Bundestag. Apply by June 30, 2012!

Luther Decade and Renewable Energies on top of agenda

May 17, 2012 | Germany.info
Meeting at the German Consulate

On May 17th, 2012, the German Consulate General hosted a meeting between experts on renewable energies from California and the Minister-President (Governor) of the German state Saxony-Anhalt, Dr. Reiner Haseloff and his delegation. The meeting, which was moderated by Prof. Dr. Groth from Hult Business School and CEO of Emergent Frontiers Group LLC, gave Dr. Haseloff the chance to gain valuable insights not only into the history of California's energy policy, but also into the current state of affairs and challenges especially with regards to the role of renewable energy sources in the golden state.

Nanette McGuinness

May 16, 2012 | Germany.info
Nanette McGuinness Concert

Last Wednesday night, May 16th, 2012, Bay Area favorite Nanette McGuinness delighted a crowd of 100 guests with an outstanding concert at the German Consulate General. Accompanied by new chamber music composed by David Garner and performed by pianist Dale Tsang-Hall and cellist Adaiha Mac Adam-Somer, McGuinnes recited two song cycles to texts by poets Annette von Droste-Hülshoff and Mascha Kaléko.

German composer Sven Daigger wins Earplay Donald Aird Memorial Competition

May 14, 2012 | www.germany.info
Sven Daigger

On May 10, 2012 young and aspiring German composer Sven Daigger was honored at Herbst theater during the San Francisco International Arts Festival as the winner of the 2011 Earplay Donald Aird Memoria...

A Capella Art Live on Stage

May 3, 2012 | germany.info
GC Peter Rothen with Vocaldente

On May 3, 2012 Vocaldente's five group members, Tobi, Johnny, Jakob, Tobek, and Christoph showed their skills at a private concert at the German Consulate General in San Francisco. This concluded the three-concert tour the Consulate had organized with the band. Starting off in Corvallis, Oregon in front of a cowd of 400, continuing in Portland, Oregon playing for 200 people, the conclusion in San Francisco took place in a more intimate setting with 90 guests.  

Applications Now Open for the 2013-14 German Chancellor Fellowship for Prospective Leaders

May 2, 2012 | Germany.info
Bundeskanzleramt Berlin

The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation’s German Chancellor Fellowship Program offers young prospective leaders the opportunity to complete a professional development project during a one-year stay in Germany.

Survey Finds Americans' Positive Perceptions of Germany on the Rise

Apr 17, 2012 | Germany.info
German and US flag in front of the Brandenburg Gate, (c) picture-alliance/ZB/dpa-Report

More than half of all Americans have a positive view of Germany, according to a survey of US citizens released recently. Across the Atlantic, separate surveys concluded that a majority of Germans approve of the US president and his handling of international policies. 

Members of the German Parliament meet exchange students and host parents

Apr 15, 2012 | Germany.info
Mr. Alexander Ulrich  ,Mr. Bartholomaeus Kalb,  GK Peter Rothen, Consul Michael Ahrens

On April 15, 2012 four members of the German Parliament responsible for evaluating the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program (CBYX) met at the German Residence with German students participating in this program. The delegation was led by MP Bartholomäus Kalb and included MPs Dagmar Freitag, Bernd Scheelen and Alexander Ulrich.

New German Honorary Consul in Honolulu

Apr 12, 2012 | Germany.info
Honorary Consul Denis Salle takes the oath of office

After a vacancy of more than six years, Germany is again being represented by an Honorary Consul in the State of Hawaii. Consul General Peter Rothen took the oath of office from Honorary Consul Denis Salle on April 4 during a festive inauguration ceremony at the Pacific Club in Honolulu.

New ways to heal broken hearts

Apr 5, 2012 | Germany.info
Jazz-at-Heart performing at UCSF

From the small town of Rostock in the far northeast of Germany on the Baltic Sea, an unusual combination of visitors arrived in the Bay Area last week. Five professional musicians and a fellow cardiologist accompanied the Director of Cardiac Surgery from University of Rostock, Gustav Steinhoff. Together they are “Jazz-at-Heart”: A jazz band that supports Doctors-without-Borders and a foundation for children with congenital heart disease

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Memorial Day 2012

Memorial Day Enlarge image (© germany.info) The German Consulate General will be closed on May 28th, 2012 in observance of the Memorial Day.

The Consul General

Since August 2009 Consul General Peter Rothen is heading the Consulate General in San Francisco and welcomes you to this website.

Young Germany Special "New German Cuisine"

"New German Cuisine"

Follow Young Germany as we explore the world of New German Cuisine. How the country's top chefs are reinventing classical dishes using traditional ingredients fused with new ideas from Germany's multicultural landscape. Meet Sören Anders, who at 25 is the country's youngest Michelin star chef, and the Generation Riesling, young German vintners bringing German wines around the world. And if you aspire to work in the profession, learn where you too can study gastronomy and restaurant management.

Video Archive

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Ostseetage Berlin 2012

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goEast Filmfestival

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International solo dance theatre festival

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ITB - International Trade Fair Berlin 2012

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Berlinale 2012

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Carnival customs in Germany

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Modestandort Deutschland

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Grüne Woche Berlin 2012

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Worlds of Culture - The Cultural Preservation Programme of the Federal Foreign Office

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Minister of State Cornelia Pieper on Germany's cultural relations and education policy

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Germany's vibrant Media Landscape

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Dialogue – Germany Inspires

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Destination Germany The Visitors - An International Angle

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Destination Germany The Cities – Vivid and Vibrant

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Destination Germany The Landscapes – Mountains, Lakes and Sea

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Destination Germany - Cultural Gems – Classic Highlights

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Destination Germany - Diversity in the Heart of Europe

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Dialogue – Germany Inspires

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Germany as Partner – Trusted Throughout the World

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Enterprise and the Environment – Germany Plans for the Future

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Enduring Partnership – Germany in Europe

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Working Together – Germany Links Centers of Research

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Studying as a foreign student in Germany

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Beyond Boundaries. Research by International Scientists in Germany

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Early Beginnings. Learning the German Language in Schools

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Know-How and Networks. Global Support by German Scientists

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Transition and Development. Research Studies at the Erfurt School of Public Policy

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New Coalition Policies - Growth, Education and Social Integration

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Human Rights - Protecting the vulnerable

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