Planning Tool Kit
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Duration of Approval
The duration of Schengen Visa approval typically ranges from 15 to 60 days, depending on the application and processing requirements.
90/180 Schengen Visa Rule
The 90/180 Schengen Visa Rule allows travelers to stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
How to extend your stay?
You can easily extend your stay under a Schengen Visa by applying for an extension at the local immigration office before expiry.
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- Short-stay visas (Type C) are for stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
- Long-stay visas (Type D) are for stays longer than 90 days.
- 2 passport-size photographs for visa photo requirements.
- A detailed itinerary of your travel plans, including flight bookings and travel dates.
- Hotel bookings, a rental agreement, or an invitation letter.
- Obtain travel insurance that covers medical emergencies.
- Bank statements for the last three to six months
- A letter from your employer stating your position and other details.
- Booking an appointment is important. Below are the steps you might have to go through:
- Visit the consulate or visa center's official website to pick a date and time.
- Bring all the required documents be on time for the appointment and stay prepared.
- You'll need to provide your fingerprints and a photo for the biometrics process.
- Some consulates might ask you questions about your visit and the time you’ll stay there so be confident.
- The visa form that you get should be completely filled out and signed before the final submission.
- You need your passport, which is valid for at least three months after the trip and has two empty pages in it.
- The visa process also requires two passport-sized photos, and they should have been taken recently.
- You also need to submit your travel plan, which shows your flight booking, accommodation, and more.
- If you have a host’s invitation for an event, that is also something you have to show to the authorities.
- You might also need proof of your travel insurance that covers €30,000 for health and return costs.
- A financial statement that proves that you can afford this trip is a must. A bank statement or work proof can work.
- Start the process three months before you travel, as it takes time for a visa to be approved.
- While the visa process is going on, they will inspect your documents, so make sure all the paperwork you submit is correct.
- It is important to be accurate. The information you submit should not mismatch or there can be issues in the future.
- Prepare a clear plan and a list of destinations you have to visit, as later during the process you might be asked.
- Keep your money in check, you might need to prove to the authorities that you have enough money to pay for your trip.
- Make sure that you are connected to a good travel agency, like Next Holidays, to get good travel insurance for your trip. Apply Now.
- Keep yourself updated with the process. Sometimes it can take more time than usual, which is why it is important to keep checking.
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