Visa Information
VISA TYPES
Select the visa type that is right for you to see important information on visa fees, documents required, forms, photo specifications and processing times.
Transit Visa
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Overview
Once received by the Visa Application Centre, applications will be sent to the Embassy of Hellenic Republic in Beirut, Lebanon the next working day & the applicant will be given an appointment for a personal Interview (if needed) with the Embassy of Hellenic Republic in Beirut, Lebanon. Once the assessment is completed by the Embassy, the decision together with the passport & the other relevant documents will be available for collection from the Visa Application Centre.
Only Lebanon nationals and nationals of third countries that are legal residents in Lebanon can apply for a visa at the Greece Visa Application Centre in Beirut, Lebanon. Visa applicants are requested to appear in person at the time of submission.
Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.
Visa fees are non-refundable and have to be paid only in cash at the time of application
If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Embassy responsible for the issuance of the visa will be:- The Embassy of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.
- If the traveler is to stay the same time in different Schengen countries, the Embassy of the country of first entry.
Applicant’s lack of Travel plan will not fall on Embassy priority to process your visa. It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience
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Visa Fees
Charge Type Amount EUR Amount USD Remarks Visa Fees 90 € 99 USD For each application Nationals of third countries with which the EU has concluded Visa Facilitation Agreements (Ukraine (1 & 2), Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cape Verde*, Republic of Moldova (1 & 2), Albania, Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina,Republic of North Macedonia
(For some categories of nationals of these third countries the visa fee is waived. Please check the provisions of the relevant VFA./ The visa fee for nationals of Cape Verde is 60 euros, but there are exemptions for some categories)35 € 38.50 USD For each application Children below 12 years Gratis – No Charge Gratis – No Charge For each application Service Fees 20 € 22 USD For each application All payments will be collected in USD (cash/card) as per the local exchange rate.
- Exemption of visa fee is in the below cases;
- Children 0-6 years (i.e. children that are 6 years of age minus 1 day)
- Children 6-12 (until the age of 12 years minus one day
- Family members of EU citizens covered by Directive 2004/38/EC and of Swiss citizens,
- School pupils, students, post-graduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research
- Representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports
- Participants aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
A receipt is issued to the applicant following the payment of the visa fee.
The visa fee is not refunded, except in case when the Consular authority finds that the application shall be inadmissible.
The applicable visa fee in Euro is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
- Exemption of visa fee is in the below cases;
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Documents Required
Airport visa allows you to wait for a connecting flight in the international area of the airport. This visa does not grant access to the Schengen area. Only some nationalities require an Airport Transit Visa Documents to be submitted with the visa application:
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Photo Specifications
Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the following photo format, please click here
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Processing Time
The processing at the Embassy of Greece normally takes a maximum of 15 days.
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Download Forms
Please take a printout of the Visa application Form. You are required to fill in all details of the applicant in a legible handwriting and submit it along with the required documents to the Visa Application Center.
You can refer to the contact us page from the address and the location map. Also, refer to the documents required page for the required documents to be submitted along with the application form.
Schengen visa application form (English) To Download a Form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
Seamen Transit Visa
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Overview
For more information, please click on the horizontal tabs mentioned above
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Visa Fees
Charge Type Amount EUR Amount USD Remarks Visa Fees 90 € 99 USD For each application Nationals of third countries with which the EU has concluded Visa Facilitation Agreements (Ukraine (1 & 2), Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cape Verde*, Republic of Moldova (1 & 2), Albania, Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina,Republic of North Macedonia
(For some categories of nationals of these third countries the visa fee is waived. Please check the provisions of the relevant VFA./ The visa fee for nationals of Cape Verde is 60 euros, but there are exemptions for some categories)35 € 38.50 USD For each application Children below 12 years Gratis – No Charge Gratis – No Charge For each application Service Fees 20 € 22 USD For each application All payments will be collected in USD (cash/card) as per the local exchange rate.
- Exemption of visa fee is in the below cases;
- Children 0-6 years (i.e. children that are 6 years of age minus 1 day)
- Children 6-12 (until the age of 12 years minus one day
- Family members of EU citizens covered by Directive 2004/38/EC and of Swiss citizens,
- School pupils, students, post-graduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research
- Representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports
- Participants aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
A receipt is issued to the applicant following the payment of the visa fee.
The visa fee is not refunded, except in case when the Consular authority finds that the application shall be inadmissible.
The applicable visa fee in Euro is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
- Exemption of visa fee is in the below cases;
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Documents Required
Airport visa allows you to wait for a connecting flight in the international area of the airport. This visa does not grant access to the Schengen area. Only some nationalities require an Airport Transit Visa Documents to be submitted with the visa application:
Documents Required - Airport Transit Visa
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Photo Specifications
Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the following photo format, please click here
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Processing Time
The processing at the Embassy of Greece normally takes a maximum of 15 days.
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Download Forms
Please take a printout of the Visa application Form. You are required to fill in all details of the applicant in a legible handwriting and submit it along with the required documents to the Visa Application Center.
You can refer to the contact us page from the address and the location map. Also, refer to the documents required page for the required documents to be submitted along with the application form.
Schengen visa application form (English) To Download a Form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
Short stay (Type C)
All visa applicants for Greece are advised to visit the Joint Visa application centre in Beirut, Lebanon to submit their applications, together with all necessary documents. Please note that visas are issued only to residents of the Lebanon
It is advisable to prepare all your required documents corresponding to your travel dates, to avoid delay in the application process.
Please note that the Embassy of Greece, Beirut, Lebanon issues visas only for residents in its territory of operation - Lebanon.
Tourist Visa
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Overview
All visa applicants for Greece are advised to visit the Joint Visa application centre in Beirut, Lebanon to submit their applications, together with all necessary documents. Please note that the Embassy of Greece, Beirut, Lebanon issues visas only for residents in its territory of operation – Lebanon.
It is advisable to prepare all your required documents corresponding to your travel dates, to avoid delay in the application process.
Applicants will have to provide evidence that he/she falls under this category.
General Data Protection Code:
According to General Data Protection Code and the article 38 of Regulation (EC) of the European Parliament No 767/2008 all applicants have the right to apply in writing personally or through their attorney:
- To obtain access to your personal data, including a copy of it, as well as the identity of the MS that transmitted it to the VIS and the SIS. Please click on the link
- To correct or erase their personal data, which is inaccurate or incomplete and to restrict the processing of it under certain circumstances.
All applications can be answered in a 15 days period from the competent Greek authorities:
- For the VIS responsible is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (G4 Directorate, Vas. Sophias Avenue 1, 10671, Athens, tel , τηλ. +302103684515, email: [email protected].
- For the SIS responsible is the Ministry of Citizens’ Protection, SIRENE Department, Kanellopoulou 4, 10177, Athens, tel. +302106924585,+302106998262, email: [email protected] and the Migration Department of the Police Kanellopoulou 4, 10177, Athens, tel. +302131520869, email: [email protected].
If you do not receive an answer within 15 days you can apply an official complaint with the National Data Protection Authority if Greece, Kifissias Avenue 1-3, 11523, Athens tel. +302106475600, email: [email protected].
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Visa Fees
Charge Type Amount EUR Amount USD Remarks Visa Fees 90 € 99 USD For each application Nationals of third countries with which the EU has concluded Visa Facilitation Agreements (Ukraine (1 & 2), Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cape Verde*, Republic of Moldova (1 & 2), Albania, Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina,Republic of North Macedonia
(For some categories of nationals of these third countries the visa fee is waived. Please check the provisions of the relevant VFA./ The visa fee for nationals of Cape Verde is 60 euros, but there are exemptions for some categories)35 € 38.50 USD For each application Children below 6 years Gratis – No Charge Gratis – No Charge For each application Children between 6 and 12 Gratis – No Charge Gratis – No Charge For each application Service Fees 20 € 22 USD For each application All payments will be collected in USD (cash/card) as per the local exchange rate.
- Exemption of visa fee is in the below cases;
- Children 0-6 years (i.e. children that are 6 years of age minus 1 day)
- Children 6-12 (until the age of 12 years minus one day
- Family members of EU citizens covered by Directive 2004/38/EC and of Swiss citizens,
- School pupils, students, post-graduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research
- Representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports
- Participants aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
A receipt is issued to the applicant following the payment of the visa fee.
The visa fee is not refunded, except in case when the Consular authority finds that the application shall be inadmissible.
The applicable visa fee in Euro is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
- Exemption of visa fee is in the below cases;
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Documents Required
INFORMATION
For Persons applying for tourist Visa (stay not more than 90 days)
Documents Required, please click here.
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Photo Specifications
Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the following photo format, please click here
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Processing Time
The processing at the Embassy of Greece normally takes a maximum of 15 days.
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Download Forms
Please take a printout of the Visa application Form. You are required to fill in all details of the applicant in a legible handwriting and submit it along with the required documents to the Visa Application Center.
You can refer to the contact us page from the address and the location map. Also, refer to the documents required page for the required documents to be submitted along with the application form.
Schengen visa application form (English) To Download a Form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
Business Visa
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Overview
All visa applicants for Greece are advised to visit the Joint Visa application centre in Beirut, Lebanon to submit their applications, together with all necessary documents. Please note that the Embassy of Greece, Beirut, Lebanon issues visas only for residents in its territory of operation – Lebanon.
It is advisable to prepare all your required documents corresponding to your travel dates, to avoid delay in the application process.
Applicants will have to provide evidence that he/she falls under this category.
General Data Protection Code:
According to General Data Protection Code and the article 38 of Regulation (EC) of the European Parliament No 767/2008 all applicants have the right to apply in writing personally or through their attorney:
- To obtain access to your personal data, including a copy of it, as well as the identity of the MS that transmitted it to the VIS and the SIS. Please click on the link
- To correct or erase their personal data, which is inaccurate or incomplete and to restrict the processing of it under certain circumstances.
All applications can be answered in a 15 days period from the competent Greek authorities:
- For the VIS responsible is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (G4 Directorate, Vas. Sophias Avenue 1, 10671, Athens, tel , τηλ. +302103684515, email: [email protected].
- For the SIS responsible is the Ministry of Citizens’ Protection, SIRENE Department, Kanellopoulou 4, 10177, Athens, tel. +302106924585,+302106998262, email: [email protected] and the Migration Department of the Police Kanellopoulou 4, 10177, Athens, tel. +302131520869, email: [email protected].
If you do not receive an answer within 15 days you can apply an official complaint with the National Data Protection Authority if Greece, Kifissias Avenue 1-3, 11523, Athens tel. +302106475600, email: [email protected].
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Visa Fees
Charge Type Amount EUR Amount USD Remarks Visa Fees 90 € 99 USD For each application Nationals of third countries with which the EU has concluded Visa Facilitation Agreements (Ukraine (1 & 2), Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cape Verde*, Republic of Moldova (1 & 2), Albania, Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina,Republic of North Macedonia
(For some categories of nationals of these third countries the visa fee is waived. Please check the provisions of the relevant VFA./ The visa fee for nationals of Cape Verde is 60 euros, but there are exemptions for some categories)35 € 38.50 USD For each application Children below 6 years Gratis – No Charge Gratis – No Charge For each application Children between 6 and 12 Gratis – No Charge Gratis – No Charge For each application Service Fees 20 € 22 USD For each application All payments will be collected in USD (cash/card) as per the local exchange rate.
- Exemption of visa fee is in the below cases;
- Children 0-6 years (i.e. children that are 6 years of age minus 1 day)
- Children 6-12 (until the age of 12 years minus one day
- Family members of EU citizens covered by Directive 2004/38/EC and of Swiss citizens,
- School pupils, students, post-graduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research
- Representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports
- Participants aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
A receipt is issued to the applicant following the payment of the visa fee.
The visa fee is not refunded, except in case when the Consular authority finds that the application shall be inadmissible.
The applicable visa fee in Euro is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
- Exemption of visa fee is in the below cases;
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Documents Required
INFORMATION
For Persons applying for Business Visa (stay not more than 90 days)
Documents Required, please Click here -
Photo Specifications
Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the following photo format, please click here
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Processing Time
The processing at the Embassy of Greece normally takes a maximum of 15 days.
-
Download Forms
Please take a printout of the Visa application Form. You are required to fill in all details of the applicant in a legible handwriting and submit it along with the required documents to the Visa Application Center.
You can refer to the contact us page from the address and the location map. Also, refer to the documents required page for the required documents to be submitted along with the application form.
Schengen visa application form (English) To Download a Form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
Visiting Friends / Familly
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Overview
All visa applicants for Greece are advised to visit the Joint Visa application centre in Beirut, Lebanon to submit their applications, together with all necessary documents. Please note that the Embassy of Greece, Beirut, Lebanon issues visas only for residents in its territory of operation – Lebanon.
It is advisable to prepare all your required documents corresponding to your travel dates, to avoid delay in the application process.
Applicants will have to provide evidence that he/she falls under this category.
General Data Protection Code:
According to General Data Protection Code and the article 38 of Regulation (EC) of the European Parliament No 767/2008 all applicants have the right to apply in writing personally or through their attorney:
- To obtain access to your personal data, including a copy of it, as well as the identity of the MS that transmitted it to the VIS and the SIS. Please click on the link
- To correct or erase their personal data, which is inaccurate or incomplete and to restrict the processing of it under certain circumstances.
All applications can be answered in a 15 days period from the competent Greek authorities:
- For the VIS responsible is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (G4 Directorate, Vas. Sophias Avenue 1, 10671, Athens, tel , τηλ. +302103684515, email: [email protected].
- For the SIS responsible is the Ministry of Citizens’ Protection, SIRENE Department, Kanellopoulou 4, 10177, Athens, tel. +302106924585,+302106998262, email: [email protected] and the Migration Department of the Police Kanellopoulou 4, 10177, Athens, tel. +302131520869, email: [email protected].
If you do not receive an answer within 15 days you can apply an official complaint with the National Data Protection Authority if Greece, Kifissias Avenue 1-3, 11523, Athens tel. +302106475600, email: [email protected].
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Visa Fees
Charge Type Amount EUR Amount USD Remarks Visa Fees 90 € 99 USD For each application Nationals of third countries with which the EU has concluded Visa Facilitation Agreements (Ukraine (1 & 2), Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cape Verde*, Republic of Moldova (1 & 2), Albania, Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina,Republic of North Macedonia
(For some categories of nationals of these third countries the visa fee is waived. Please check the provisions of the relevant VFA./ The visa fee for nationals of Cape Verde is 60 euros, but there are exemptions for some categories)35 € 38.50 USD For each application Children below 6 years Gratis – No Charge Gratis – No Charge For each application Children between 6 and 12 Gratis – No Charge Gratis – No Charge For each application Service Fees 20 € 22 USD For each application All payments will be collected in USD (cash/card) as per the local exchange rate.
- Exemption of visa fee is in the below cases;
- Children 0-6 years (i.e. children that are 6 years of age minus 1 day)
- Children 6-12 (until the age of 12 years minus one day
- Family members of EU citizens covered by Directive 2004/38/EC and of Swiss citizens,
- School pupils, students, post-graduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research
- Representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports
- Participants aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
A receipt is issued to the applicant following the payment of the visa fee.
The visa fee is not refunded, except in case when the Consular authority finds that the application shall be inadmissible.
The applicable visa fee in Euro is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
- Exemption of visa fee is in the below cases;
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Documents Required
INFORMATION
This regime is applicable to spouses of EU-EEA citizens, minor descendants of either the EU-EEA citizen or the spouse, and major descendants or ascendants that depend economically from the EU-EEA relative
Required Documents, please click here -
Photo Specifications
Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the following photo format, please click here
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Processing Time
The processing at the Embassy of Greece normally takes a maximum of 15 days.
-
Download Forms
Please take a printout of the Visa application Form. You are required to fill in all details of the applicant in a legible handwriting and submit it along with the required documents to the Visa Application Center.
You can refer to the contact us page from the address and the location map. Also, refer to the documents required page for the required documents to be submitted along with the application form.
Schengen visa application form (English) To Download a Form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
Medical Treatment
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Overview
All visa applicants for Greece are advised to visit the Joint Visa application centre in Beirut, Lebanon to submit their applications, together with all necessary documents. Please note that the Embassy of Greece, Beirut, Lebanon issues visas only for residents in its territory of operation – Lebanon.
It is advisable to prepare all your required documents corresponding to your travel dates, to avoid delay in the application process.
Applicants will have to provide evidence that he/she falls under this category.
General Data Protection Code:
According to General Data Protection Code and the article 38 of Regulation (EC) of the European Parliament No 767/2008 all applicants have the right to apply in writing personally or through their attorney:
- To obtain access to your personal data, including a copy of it, as well as the identity of the MS that transmitted it to the VIS and the SIS. Please click on the link
- To correct or erase their personal data, which is inaccurate or incomplete and to restrict the processing of it under certain circumstances.
All applications can be answered in a 15 days period from the competent Greek authorities:
- For the VIS responsible is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (G4 Directorate, Vas. Sophias Avenue 1, 10671, Athens, tel , τηλ. +302103684515, email: [email protected].
- For the SIS responsible is the Ministry of Citizens’ Protection, SIRENE Department, Kanellopoulou 4, 10177, Athens, tel. +302106924585,+302106998262, email: [email protected] and the Migration Department of the Police Kanellopoulou 4, 10177, Athens, tel. +302131520869, email: [email protected].
If you do not receive an answer within 15 days you can apply an official complaint with the National Data Protection Authority if Greece, Kifissias Avenue 1-3, 11523, Athens tel. +302106475600, email: [email protected].
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Visa Fees
Charge Type Amount EUR AMOUNT USD Remarks Visa Fees 90 € 99 USD For each application Nationals of third countries with which the EU has concluded Visa Facilitation Agreements (Ukraine (1 & 2), Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cape Verde*, Republic of Moldova (1 & 2), Albania, Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina,Republic of North Macedonia
(For some categories of nationals of these third countries the visa fee is waived. Please check the provisions of the relevant VFA./ The visa fee for nationals of Cape Verde is 60 euros, but there are exemptions for some categories)35 € 38.50 USD For each application Children below 6 years Gratis – No Charge Gratis – No Charge For each application Children between 6 and 12 Gratis – No Charge Gratis – No Charge For each application Service Fees 20 € 22 USD For each application All payments will be collected in USD (cash/card) as per the local exchange rate.
- Exemption of visa fee is in the below cases;
- Children 0-6 years (i.e. children that are 6 years of age minus 1 day)
- Children 6-12 (until the age of 12 years minus one day
- Family members of EU citizens covered by Directive 2004/38/EC and of Swiss citizens,
- School pupils, students, post-graduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research
- Representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports
- Participants aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
A receipt is issued to the applicant following the payment of the visa fee.
The visa fee is not refunded, except in case when the Consular authority finds that the application shall be inadmissible.
The applicable visa fee in Euro is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
- Exemption of visa fee is in the below cases;
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Documents Required
INFORMATION
For Persons applying for Medical Visa (stay not more than 90 days)
Required Documents, please click here -
Photo Specifications
Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the following photo format, please click here
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Processing Time
The processing at the Embassy of Greece normally takes a maximum of 15 days.
-
Download Forms
Please take a printout of the Visa application Form. You are required to fill in all details of the applicant in a legible handwriting and submit it along with the required documents to the Visa Application Center.
You can refer to the contact us page from the address and the location map. Also, refer to the documents required page for the required documents to be submitted along with the application form.
Schengen visa application form (English) To Download a Form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
Cultural / Sports Events
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Overview
All visa applicants for Greece are advised to visit the Joint Visa application centre in Beirut, Lebanon to submit their applications, together with all necessary documents. Please note that the Embassy of Greece, Beirut, Lebanon issues visas only for residents in its territory of operation – Lebanon.
It is advisable to prepare all your required documents corresponding to your travel dates, to avoid delay in the application process.
Applicants will have to provide evidence that he/she falls under this category.
General Data Protection Code:
According to General Data Protection Code and the article 38 of Regulation (EC) of the European Parliament No 767/2008 all applicants have the right to apply in writing personally or through their attorney:
- To obtain access to your personal data, including a copy of it, as well as the identity of the MS that transmitted it to the VIS and the SIS. Please click on the link
- To correct or erase their personal data, which is inaccurate or incomplete and to restrict the processing of it under certain circumstances.
All applications can be answered in a 15 days period from the competent Greek authorities:
- For the VIS responsible is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (G4 Directorate, Vas. Sophias Avenue 1, 10671, Athens, tel , τηλ. +302103684515, email: [email protected].
- For the SIS responsible is the Ministry of Citizens’ Protection, SIRENE Department, Kanellopoulou 4, 10177, Athens, tel. +302106924585,+302106998262, email: [email protected] and the Migration Department of the Police Kanellopoulou 4, 10177, Athens, tel. +302131520869, email: [email protected].
If you do not receive an answer within 15 days you can apply an official complaint with the National Data Protection Authority if Greece, Kifissias Avenue 1-3, 11523, Athens tel. +302106475600, email: [email protected].
-
Visa Fees
Charge Type Amount EUR AMOUNT USD Remarks Visa Fees 90 € 99 USD For each application Nationals of third countries with which the EU has concluded Visa Facilitation Agreements (Ukraine (1 & 2), Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cape Verde*, Republic of Moldova (1 & 2), Albania, Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina,Republic of North Macedonia
(For some categories of nationals of these third countries the visa fee is waived. Please check the provisions of the relevant VFA./ The visa fee for nationals of Cape Verde is 60 euros, but there are exemptions for some categories)35 € 38.50 USD For each application Children below 6 years Gratis – No Charge Gratis – No Charge For each application Children between 6 and 12 Gratis – No Charge Gratis – No Charge For each application Service Fees 20 € 22 USD For each application All payments will be collected in USD (cash/card) as per the local exchange rate.
- Exemption of visa fee is in the below cases;
- Children 0-6 years (i.e. children that are 6 years of age minus 1 day)
- Children 6-12 (until the age of 12 years minus one day
- Family members of EU citizens covered by Directive 2004/38/EC and of Swiss citizens,
- School pupils, students, post-graduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research
- Representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports
- Participants aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
A receipt is issued to the applicant following the payment of the visa fee.
The visa fee is not refunded, except in case when the Consular authority finds that the application shall be inadmissible.
The applicable visa fee in Euro is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
- Exemption of visa fee is in the below cases;
-
Documents Required
INFORMATION
For Persons applying for Cultural/Sports Events Visa (stay not more than 90 days)
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Documents Checklist - Cultural / Sports Events - Please Click here
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Photo Specifications
Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the following photo format, please click here
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Processing Time
The processing at the Embassy of Greece normally takes a maximum of 15 days.
-
Download Forms
Please take a printout of the Visa application Form. You are required to fill in all details of the applicant in a legible handwriting and submit it along with the required documents to the Visa Application Center.
You can refer to the contact us page from the address and the location map. Also, refer to the documents required page for the required documents to be submitted along with the application form.
Schengen visa application form (English) To Download a Form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
Study - Short Course
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Overview
All visa applicants for Greece are advised to visit the Joint Visa application centre in Beirut, Lebanon to submit their applications, together with all necessary documents. Please note that the Embassy of Greece, Beirut, Lebanon issues visas only for residents in its territory of operation – Lebanon.
It is advisable to prepare all your required documents corresponding to your travel dates, to avoid delay in the application process.
Applicants will have to provide evidence that he/she falls under this category.
General Data Protection Code:
According to General Data Protection Code and the article 38 of Regulation (EC) of the European Parliament No 767/2008 all applicants have the right to apply in writing personally or through their attorney:
- To obtain access to your personal data, including a copy of it, as well as the identity of the MS that transmitted it to the VIS and the SIS. Please click on the link
- To correct or erase their personal data, which is inaccurate or incomplete and to restrict the processing of it under certain circumstances.
All applications can be answered in a 15 days period from the competent Greek authorities:
- For the VIS responsible is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (G4 Directorate, Vas. Sophias Avenue 1, 10671, Athens, tel , τηλ. +302103684515, email: [email protected].
- For the SIS responsible is the Ministry of Citizens’ Protection, SIRENE Department, Kanellopoulou 4, 10177, Athens, tel. +302106924585,+302106998262, email: [email protected] and the Migration Department of the Police Kanellopoulou 4, 10177, Athens, tel. +302131520869, email: [email protected].
If you do not receive an answer within 15 days you can apply an official complaint with the National Data Protection Authority if Greece, Kifissias Avenue 1-3, 11523, Athens tel. +302106475600, email: [email protected].
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Visa Fees
Charge Type Amount EUR Amount USD Remarks Visa Fees 90 € 99 USD For each application Nationals of third countries with which the EU has concluded Visa Facilitation Agreements (Ukraine (1 & 2), Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cape Verde*, Republic of Moldova (1 & 2), Albania, Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina,Republic of North Macedonia
(For some categories of nationals of these third countries the visa fee is waived. Please check the provisions of the relevant VFA./ The visa fee for nationals of Cape Verde is 60 euros, but there are exemptions for some categories)35 € 38.50 USD For each application Children below 12 years Gratis – No Charge Gratis – No Charge For each application Service Fees 20 € 22 USD For each application All payments will be collected in USD (cash/card) as per the local exchange rate.
- Exemption of visa fee is in the below cases;
- Children 0-6 years (i.e. children that are 6 years of age minus 1 day)
- Children 6-12 (until the age of 12 years minus one day
- Family members of EU citizens covered by Directive 2004/38/EC and of Swiss citizens,
- School pupils, students, post-graduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training
- Researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research
- Representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
- Holders of diplomatic and service passports
- Participants aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations
A receipt is issued to the applicant following the payment of the visa fee.
The visa fee is not refunded, except in case when the Consular authority finds that the application shall be inadmissible.
The applicable visa fee in Euro is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice.
- Exemption of visa fee is in the below cases;
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Documents Required
INFORMATION
For Persons applying for Students Visa (stay not more than 90 days)
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Study (less than 90 days) - Please Click here
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Photo Specifications
Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the following photo format, please click here
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Processing Time
The processing at the Embassy of Greece normally takes a maximum of 15 days.
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Download Forms
Please take a printout of the Visa application Form. You are required to fill in all details of the applicant in a legible handwriting and submit it along with the required documents to the Visa Application Center.
You can refer to the contact us page from the address and the location map. Also, refer to the documents required page for the required documents to be submitted along with the application form.
Schengen visa application form (English) To Download a Form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
