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Schengen Visa

Schengen Visa

It’s a visa to move around 29 countries of Europe. This visa is known as the Schengen Visa.

A Schengen visa is issued for short and temporary stays or transit within the Schengen Area for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. A visa issued by one Schengen country allows travel to all Schengen member states in Europe states.

You must apply for the visa at the embassy or consulate of your country. If you are visiting multiple Schengen countries and none is your main destination, you should apply through the country you will enter first.

 

Schengen Member Countries

Which Schengen country do you plan to apply for?

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.

Pick the Schengen country to learn how to apply for its visa and start your application journey to get a Schengen visa:

Schengen Countries

Types of Schengen Visa

The Schengen Visa is issued for different travel purposes. Choosing the correct visa type is important for a successful application

1. Schengen Tourist Visa

The tourist visa is for travelers who want to visit Schengen countries for holiday, sightseeing, or leisure to stay up to 90 days to 180 days for single entry or multiple entry.

2. Schengen Business Visa

The Business Visa is for professionals traveling for official or commercial activities like Business meetings, Conference, for this invitation from a company usually required.

3. Schengen Visitor Visa

The visitor visa is issued to individuals visiting family members or friends living in Schengen countries.

4. Schengen Student Visa

The Student Visa is for students planning to study in a Schengen country for short-term or long-term programs, including short courses, language training, and university education. A short-term visa allows study for up to 90 days.

Courses lasting more than 90 days require a long-term student visa.

How to Apply for a Schengen Visa

Applying for a Schengen Visa is generally straightforward. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

Choose the Right Visa: Select the type of Schengen visa that matches your travel purpose—tourism, business visit, family visit, study upto 90 days.

Prepare Your Documents: Gather all required documents, including your passport, photographs, travel itinerary, and proof of funds.

Book an Appointment: Schedule a visa appointment at your visa application centre

Submit Your Application: Attend your appointment and submit the completed application form, documents, and biometrics in your visa application centre.

Pay the Fees: Pay the applicable visa fee.

Wait for Processing: After submitting your Schengen visa application, the embassy will review your documents and make decision.

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FAQ

When should I apply for a Schengen visa?

You should apply for a Schengen Visa at least 15 to 30 days prior to the travel date and no earlier than 6 months before you leave.

You should apply via the Schengen country where you intend to spend the most time on your trip. If you are spending an equal amount of time in two different countries, you should apply through the country you plan on visiting first.

No. Tourist, business, or visitor visas do not allow work. You need a work visa or employment visa.

Yes. A Schengen Visa allows travel to all 29 countries within its validity.

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.

No. You must take a separate visa for UK and separate visa for Ireland.

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