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Schengen Visa Guide

Everything you need to know about applying for a Schengen visa.

Cost: €80 adults, €40 children (6-12), free under 6. Processing: 15-45 days typical, up to 45 days. Valid for 90 days within 180-day period. Requires embassy/consulate appointment.

Cost
€80 adults
Processing
15-45 days
Max Stay
90 days in 180
Application
Embassy appointment

What is a Schengen visa?

A short-stay (Type C) Schengen visa lets eligible travelers visit any of the 29 Schengen countries for up to 90 days within a 180-day window. You apply at the consulate of your main destination — typically the country you'll spend most time in — submit your passport, photo, insurance certificate and supporting documents, and roughly two weeks later you have a sticker in your passport unlocking the whole zone.

What is a Schengen Visa?

A Schengen visa allows non-EU nationals to visit any of the 30 Schengen countries for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. It costs €80 for adults (€40 for ages 6-12), and processing takes 15-45 days.

Visa Guide

Requirements

Who needs a Schengen visa and eligibility criteria

Passport Validity Checker

Check if your passport meets Schengen entry rules

Cost & Fees

Visa fees: €80 adults, €40 children

How to Apply

Step-by-step application process

Documents

Required documents checklist

Application Help

Processing Time

How long visa processing takes

Photo Requirements

Visa photo specifications

Appointment

Booking your visa appointment

Interview Tips

What to expect at the visa interview

Application Checklist

Interactive tracker for your visa application

Supporting Documents

Bank Statement

Financial proof requirements

Cover Letter

How to write a visa cover letter

Invitation Letter

When you need an invitation letter

Travel Insurance

Required insurance coverage

After Your Application

Visa Denied?

What to do if rejected

Appeal Process

How to appeal a visa refusal

Extend Your Visa

Can you extend a Schengen visa?

Overstay Rules

Consequences of overstaying

Related Information

ETIAS Guide

For visa-exempt nationalities

Schengen Area Guide

30 countries with open borders

UK Travel Requirements

UK requires separate authorization

Travel Insurance

Required for visa applications

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