Updates, guidance and practical information covering visas, entry requirements and application processes.
A French Visa for Medical Treatment is valid for no more than ninety days within six months. If you require longer-term medical treatment in the Schengen zone, you should apply for a National Visa for Medical Treatment with Long Stay. The following additional documents are necessary when applying for a visa to receive medical treatment
According to the European Office for Statistics (Eurostat), the number of asylum applications submitted in May increased by 17% compared to the same month last year, when 54,145 applicants were recorded. The rise in first-time applicants is responsible for the 17% increase in asylum applications observed in May. More particular, the number of Venezuelan applicants
You will need a French Transit Visa if departing from an airport in a country outside the Schengen Area and staying in the international zone of an airport in metropolitan France, while waiting for your connection a destination outside the Schengen Area. You are required to apply for an “A” airport transit visa (ATV) if
You will need a French Business Visa if you are responding to invitations and requests from your French partners, or if you wish to visit or participate in trade fairs, seminars, or conferences associated with your professional activity in France. Depending on your destination, you must apply for a short-stay Schengen visa valid for the
UK Visa Fees (2026) The United Kingdom operates a range of visa categories covering visits, work, study, family reunification, and settlement. The tables below detail the Home Office application fees effective from 8 April 2026, as published by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Fees are payable in British Pounds (GBP). Refund rules depend on the
While submitting a Schengen application, the most worrisome thought for any applicant is of a Visa Rejection. The visa requirements for the Schengen area are very straight forward. But every minute detail must be filled carefully, as any mistake can result into a visa rejection. Are you wondering what mistakes you should avoid while applying for
Globally, the Schengen visa determination processing period is usually two weeks. However, depending on the circumstances, it may take longer to process your application. In specified instances, embassies require 30 calendar days to complete a visa; however, in exceptional circumstances, 60 calendar days are required. The Consulate typically decides within 15 working days. This period
An interview for a Schengen visa is not limited to submitting supporting documents for a visa application to a visa officer of a particular nation. In actuality, a visa interview is intended to facilitate a more in-depth conversation between the applicant and the diplomatic office’s official. In this instance, the embassy or consulate of a
After you complete the online form, your information will be reviewed and your processed documentation will be sent to you via e-mail along with the relevant guidance. For a detailed breakdown of the submission process please continue reading. 1. Choose which Visa you require You can choose from the following options: Short-Stay: This Visa allows
This article provides information on the documents required to obtain a Schengen visa and a list of the documents required for each visa category. You must provide certain documents while applying for a Schengen visa. The Schengen States have compiled a list of required documents. This list covers each purpose of admission into this region
