A Schengen Visa allows you to travel within the Schengen Area, which includes 27 European countries that have abolished border controls between them.

• Short-Stay Visa (Type C): For tourism, business, or family visits.
• Allows travel for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.

Schengen Countries (as of 2025)

Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.

Basic Requirements

• Valid passport (issued within the last 10 years, valid for at least 3 months after return).
• Completed visa application form
• Passport-sized photos
• Travel itinerary (flight + accommodation)
• Proof of travel insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)
• Proof of financial means
• Visa fee 

When to Apply

• Earliest: 6 months before your trip (9 months for seafarers)
• Latest: 15 calendar days before departure
• Recommended: Apply at least 3–4 weeks in advance