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Who Requires A Schengen Visa
Applicants from the following countries DO NOT require Schengen
visas:
Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil,
Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech
Republic, Denmark, El Salvador, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany,
Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel,
Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macao,
Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua,
Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino,
Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
United Kingdom, United States of America, Uruguay, Vatican City,
Venezuela
If applicants from the following countries passport does
not list one of the following, then applicant WILL need an entry
visa:
- “British Dependent Territories Citizen”
- "The holder has the right of abode in the United Kingdom”
- “European Community”
- "European Union”
Anguilla, Bermuda, Caymen Islands, Hong Kong (Citizens and BNO)
Gibraltar, Falkland Islands, Montserrat, Saint Helena, Turks and
Caicos, Virgin Islands
If applicants citizenship is not covered above, then applicant
will require a Schengen visa.
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Which Schengen Country Do I Apply
Through
You must apply to either the Schengen country which you are first
entering OR the Schengen country in which you are spending the most
time. Below are a couple of examples.
Example 1: Applicant is traveling to France.
Applicant must apply for Schengen visa through France.
Example 2: Applicant is traveling to the following
countries in the following order:
- Italy (For 5 Days)
- France (For 7 Days)
Applicant may apply through Spain because it is the Schengen country
which is being entered first OR France because it is the Schengen
country in which applicant is spending the most time.
Example 3: Applicant is traveling to the following
countries in the following order:
- Spain (For 3 Days)
- Italy (For 4 Days)
- France (For 4 Days)
- Germany (For 4 Days)
Applicant may apply through Spain because it is the Schengen country
which is being entered first OR Italy because it is the Schengen
country in which applicant is spending the most time (tied with
France and Germany) AND entering first of the country in which applicant
is spending the most time.
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When to Apply for Schengen Visas
Applicant should apply to for Schengen visas about 3 to 4 weeks
prior to trip. Each consulate runs it's visa department in it's
own way so processing times vary. It is VERY IMPORTANT that you
apply through the correct consulate.
Most Schengen countries will not allow third party expediting firms
to process applications and instead require applicants to appear
in person, therefore we can only provide average processing times
for countries with whom we routinely process Schengen visa applications
Belgium
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Average Processing time: 1
week
Belgium usually takes 3-5 business days to process visas,
but it can take up to 3 weeks depending on the applicant's
nationality.
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Denmark
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Average Processing time: 1
week
Belgium usually takes 3-5 business days to process visas,
but it can take up to 3 weeks depending on the applicant's
nationality.
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Poland
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Average Processing time: 1
week
Belgium usually takes 3-5 business days to process visas,
but it can take up to 3 weeks depending on the applicant's
nationality.
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Sweden
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Average Processing time: 5
- 10 days
Belgium usually takes 5-10 business days to process visas,
but it can take up to 3 weeks depending on the applicant's
nationality.
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How Long Are Schengen Visas Valid
Schengen visas are usually granted for 30 day stays in a 3 month
period, however the consulate can issue any terms of validity that
it sees fit. The exact terms of your visas will be printed directly
on the visa.
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How To "Read" Schengen Visas
1) Valid For
Indicates the countries for which the visa is valid. May list only
one country or "Etats Schengen" which indicates the visa
is valid for all Schengen countries.
2) From
Indicates the date on which the visa becomes valid. To the right
is the date on which the visa is no longer valid.
3) Number of Entries
Indicates how many times the visa holder may enter the Schengen
area.
4) Issued In
Indicates where the visa was issued.
5) On
The date on which the visa was issued.
6) Type of Visa
Indicates the visa type.
7) Names
Indicates the name of the applicant.
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Schengen Consular Fees
TOURIST Schengen Visa Fees (US Citizens):
Entries |
Validity |
Processing Time |
Embassy Fee |
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Single |
3 Months |
Same Day |
$140.00 |
Multiple |
3 Months |
3 days |
$70.00 |
Multiple |
6 Months |
14 days |
$180.00 |
BUSINESS Schengen Visa Fees (US Citizens):
Entries |
Validity |
Processing Time |
Embassy Fee |
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Single |
3 Months |
Same Day |
$140.00 |
Multiple |
3 Months |
3 days |
$70.00 |
Multiple |
6 Months |
14 days |
$180.00 |
Non-US citizens fees may vary - please contact
ItsEasy for assistance with Schengen visas for non-US nationals.
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What is An "Entry" (Single
/ Double / Multiple)
Single entry visas allow you to enter Schengen one time within the
validity of the visa. Double entry visas allow you to enter Schengen
two times within the validity of the visa. Multiple entry visas
allow you to enter Schengen an unlimited amount of times within
the validity of the visa.
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What Is a Visa Jurisdiction
Some foreign Embassies or consulates will only accept visa applications
from residence within a specific area, normally determined by state.
Schengen visas are highly jurisdictional and the ability to process
applications may vary by state. Please contact ItsEasy for details.
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