Visa Information

Overview

A tourist visa allows you to stay in the Schengen area for a short period

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Embassy responsible for issuing the visa will be:

1. The Embassy of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.
2. The Embassy of the country of first entry, if the traveler is to stay in different Schengen countries for the same amount of time.

It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience

Visa Fees

Please note:

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Embassy or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• Each applicant shall be charged a service charge of AED 88 (all applicable taxes included) per application in addition to the visa fees.
• All fees are non-refundable.

Visa Waiver:

1. The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

   1. Family members of Greek/EU citizens;
   2. Holders of diplomatic and service passports;
   3. school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
   4. researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
   5. representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations;

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Please click here

Up to date personal bank account statement for the last 3 months original and stamped from the bank

Click here to download the checklist

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Portrait-style picture ( no slopping or posing), showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

• The picture dimensions must be at least 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• The photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. (i.e. 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one).
• The image quality (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi. When you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Group Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected.

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph provided does not meet these requirements, your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

The processing time for applications is minimum 15 working days, as per the Schengen Regulation, In exceptional cases, this period may be extended up to 30 calendar days, notably when further scrutiny of the application is needed and when additional documentation is needed in specific cases, the period may be extended up to a maximum of 60 calendar days.

Please be advised that due to the above mentioned minimum processing time, we are not able to guarantee the return of passports by specific dates for travel.

Download Forms

Please fill the form online completing all details of the applicant and submit it along with the required documents at the Visa Application Centre.

Schengen visa application form- PDF

Overview

This visa allows a short stay, to people travelling for business purposes , such as business meetings/deals, conferences and events.

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Embassy responsible for issuing the visa will be:

1. The Embassy of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.
2. The Embassy of the country of first entry if the traveler is to stay the same amount of time in different Schengen countries

It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience

Visa Fees

Please note:

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Embassy or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• Each applicant shall be charged a service charge of AED 88 (all applicable taxes included) per application in addition to the visa fees.
• All fees are non-refundable.

Visa Waiver:

1. The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

   1. Family members of Greek/EU citizens;
   2. Holders of diplomatic and service passports;
   3. school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
   4. researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
   5. representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Please click here

Up to date personal bank account statement for the last 3 months original and stamped from the bank

Click here to download the checklist

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Portrait-style picture ( no slopping or posing), showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

• The picture dimensions must be at least 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• The photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. (i.e. 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one).
• The image quality (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi. When you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Group Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected.

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph provided does not meet these requirements, your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

The processing time for applications is minimum 15 working days, as per the Schengen Regulation, In exceptional cases, this period may be extended up to 30 calendar days, notably when further scrutiny of the application is needed and when additional documentation is needed in specific cases, the period may be extended up to a maximum of 60 calendar days.

Please be advised that due to the above mentioned minimum processing time, we are not able to guarantee the return of passports by specific dates for travel.

Download Forms

Please fill the form online completing all details of the applicant and submit it along with the required documents at the Visa Application Centre.

Schengen visa application form- PDF

Overview

This visa applies to those looking to receive medical treatment in Greece

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Embassy responsible for the issuing the visa will be:

1. The Embassy of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.
2. The Embassy of the country of first entry if the traveler is to stay the same amount of time in different Schengen countries.

It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience

Visa Fees

Please note:

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Embassy or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• Each applicant shall be charged a service charge of AED 88 (all applicable taxes included) per application in addition to the visa fees.
• All fees are non-refundable.

Visa Waiver:

1. The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

   1. Family members of Greek/EU citizens;
   2. Holders of diplomatic and service passports;
   3. school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
   4. researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
   5. representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Please click here

Up to date personal bank account statement for the last 3 months original and stamped from the bank

Click here to download the checklist

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Portrait-style picture ( no slopping or posing), showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

• The picture dimensions must be at least 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• The photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. (i.e. 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one).
• The image quality (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi. When you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Group Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected.

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph provided does not meet these requirements, your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

The processing time for applications is minimum 15 working days, as per the Schengen Regulation, In exceptional cases, this period may be extended up to 30 calendar days, notably when further scrutiny of the application is needed and when additional documentation is needed in specific cases, the period may be extended up to a maximum of 60 calendar days.

Please be advised that due to the above mentioned minimum processing time, we are not able to guarantee the return of passports by specific dates for travel.

Download Forms

Please fill the form online completing all details of the applicant and submit it along with the required documents at the Visa Application Centre.

Schengen visa application form- PDF

Overview

This visa applies to those applying for Cultural / Sports/Religious events and film crews

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Embassy responsible for the issuing of the visa will be:

1. The Embassy of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.
2. The Embassy of the country of first entry if the traveler is to stay the same amount of time in different Schengen countries.

It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.

Visa Fees

Please note:

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Embassy or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• Each applicant shall be charged a service charge of AED 88 (all applicable taxes included) per application in addition to the visa fees.
• All fees are non-refundable.

Visa Waiver:

1. The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

   1. Family members of Greek/EU citizens;
   2. Holders of diplomatic and service passports;
   3. school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
   4. researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
   5. representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Please click here

Up to date personal bank account statement for the last 3 months original and stamped from the bank

Click here to download the checklist

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Portrait-style picture ( no slopping or posing), showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

• The picture dimensions must be at least 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• The photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. (i.e. 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one).
• The image quality (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi. When you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Group Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected.

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph provided does not meet these requirements, your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

The processing time for applications is minimum 15 working days, as per the Schengen Regulation, In exceptional cases, this period may be extended up to 30 calendar days, notably when further scrutiny of the application is needed and when additional documentation is needed in specific cases, the period may be extended up to a maximum of 60 calendar days.

Please be advised that due to the above mentioned minimum processing time, we are not able to guarantee the return of passports by specific dates for travel.

Download Forms

Please fill the form online completing all details of the applicant and submit it along with the required documents at the Visa Application Centre.

Schengen visa application form- PDF

Overview

This visa applies to those applying for studies, research, and internship purposes

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Embassy responsible for issuing the visa will be:

1. The Embassy of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.
2. The Embassy of the country of first entry if the traveler is to stay the same time in different Schengen countries.

It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.

Visa Fees

Please note:

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Embassy or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• Each applicant shall be charged a service charge of AED 88 (all applicable taxes included) per application in addition to the visa fees.
• All fees are non-refundable.

Visa Waiver:

1. The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

   1. Family members of Greek/EU citizens;
   2. Holders of diplomatic and service passports;
   3. school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
   4. researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
   5. representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Please click here

Up to date personal bank account statement for the last 3 months original and stamped from the bank

Click here to download the checklist

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Portrait-style picture ( no slopping or posing), showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

• The picture dimensions must be at least 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• The photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. (i.e. 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one).
• The image quality (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi. When you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Group Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected.

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph provided does not meet these requirements, your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

The processing time for applications is minimum 15 working days, as per the Schengen Regulation, In exceptional cases, this period may be extended up to 30 calendar days, notably when further scrutiny of the application is needed and when additional documentation is needed in specific cases, the period may be extended up to a maximum of 60 calendar days.

Please be advised that due to the above mentioned minimum processing time, we are not able to guarantee the return of passports by specific dates for travel.

Download Forms

Please fill the form online completing all details of the applicant and submit it along with the required documents at the Visa Application Centre.

Schengen visa application form- PDF

Overview

This visa applies to those who are officially invited to visit Greece as members of a delegation.

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Embassy responsible for issuing the visa will be:

1. The Embassy of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.

2. The Embassy of the country of first entry if the traveler is to stay the same time in different Schengen countries.

   It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.

Visa Fees

Please note:

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Embassy or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• Each applicant shall be charged a service charge of AED 88 (all applicable taxes included) per application in addition to the visa fees.
• All fees are non-refundable.

Visa Waiver:

1. The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

   1. Family members of Greek/EU citizens;
   2. Holders of diplomatic and service passports;
   3. school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
   4. researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
   5. representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Please click here

Click here to download the checklist

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Portrait-style picture ( no slopping or posing), showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

• The picture dimensions must be at least 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• The photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. (i.e. 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one).
• The image quality (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi. When you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Group Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected.

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph provided does not meet these requirements, your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

The processing time for applications is minimum 15 working days, as per the Schengen Regulation, In exceptional cases, this period may be extended up to 30 calendar days, notably when further scrutiny of the application is needed and when additional documentation is needed in specific cases, the period may be extended up to a maximum of 60 calendar days.

Please be advised that due to the above mentioned minimum processing time, we are not able to guarantee the return of passports by specific dates for travel.

Download Forms

Please fill the form online completing all details of the applicant and submit it along with the required documents at the Visa Application Centre.

Schengen visa application form- PDF

Overview

This visa applies to those travelling to Greece in order to go onboard to become a member of a vessel crew.

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Embassy responsible for issuing the visa will be:

1. The Embassy of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.

2. The Embassy of the country of first entry if the traveler is to stay the same time in different Schengen countries.

   It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.

Visa Fees

Please note:

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Embassy or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• Each applicant shall be charged a service charge of AED 88 (all applicable taxes included) per application in addition to the visa fees.
• All fees are non-refundable.

Visa Waiver:

1. The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

   1. Family members of Greek/EU citizens;
   2. Holders of diplomatic and service passports;
   3. school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
   4. researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
   5. representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Please click here

Click here to download the checklist

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Portrait-style picture ( no slopping or posing), showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

• The picture dimensions must be at least 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• The photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. (i.e. 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one).
• The image quality (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi. When you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Group Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected.

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph provided does not meet these requirements, your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

The processing time for applications is minimum 15 working days, as per the Schengen Regulation, In exceptional cases, this period may be extended up to 30 calendar days, notably when further scrutiny of the application is needed and when additional documentation is needed in specific cases, the period may be extended up to a maximum of 60 calendar days.

Please be advised that due to the above mentioned minimum processing time, we are not able to guarantee the return of passports by specific dates for travel.

Download Forms

Please fill the form online completing all details of the applicant and submit it along with the required documents at the Visa Application Centre.

Schengen visa application form- PDF

Overview

Airport Transit 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.

Incomplete, unclear or unsigned applications will not be accepted.

If the visit involves two or more Schengen countries, the Embassy responsible for issuing the visa will be:

1. The Embassy of the country in which the traveler is going to stay the longest.
2. The Embassy of the country of first entry if.the traveler is to stay the same amount of time in different Schengen countries

It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience

Visa Fees

Please note:

• Please be informed that the fees charged by the Embassy or VFS Global are based on the current exchange rate in local currency and may be subject to change without prior notification.
• Each applicant shall be charged a service charge of AED 88 (all applicable taxes included) per application in addition to the visa fees.
• All fees are non-refundable.

Visa Waiver:

1. The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

   1. Family members of Greek/EU citizens;
   2. Holders of diplomatic and service passports;
   3. school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
   4. researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
   5. representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations

Documents Required

Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Please click here

Click here to download the checklist

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain white background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Portrait-style picture ( no slopping or posing), showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

• The picture dimensions must be at least 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• The photo should keep a proportion of 3 x 4 (width x height) within limits. (i.e. 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one).
• The image quality (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 120 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi. When you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.
• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Group Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected.

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Note: If children are traveling with their parents and are included inside the passport of the mother and/or the father, a separate application has to be submitted for each child.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph provided does not meet these requirements, your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

The processing time for applications is minimum 15 working days, as per the Schengen Regulation, In exceptional cases, this period may be extended up to 30 calendar days, notably when further scrutiny of the application is needed and when additional documentation is needed in specific cases, the period may be extended up to a maximum of 60 calendar days.

Please be advised that due to the above mentioned minimum processing time, we are not able to guarantee the return of passports by specific dates for travel.

Download Forms

Please fill the form online completing all details of the applicant and submit it along with the required documents at the Visa Application Centre.

Schengen visa application form- PDF