According to Visa Code (Regulation (EC) No. 810/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council), your application shall be lodged no more than six months before the start of the intended visit (Article 9).  Because of the ongoing very high demand for visa appointment we encourage you to make your plans and secure your appointment well in advance before your intended trip.

1.	If you are unfamiliar with Schengen visas, see our Visa Guide, which helps you understand all the steps regarding your application.
2.	Send your email request for your appointment to submit your visa application on the dedicated date and time.
3.	When your appointment is confirmed, prepare your Schengen visa application form with the other required documents. The visa form must be filled, printed, and signed by the applicant and presented in hard copy with 1 passport-size photo (at least 35 x 45 mm) of the applicant, which fulfils ICAO standard. Every applicant must present application with all requested supported document. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
4.	Visit our Embassy on the day of your appointment and submit your application. The applicant must apply in person (except for minors younger than 12 years). Visa fees are collected in EUR in cash or by payment card. However, a physical card is required (Apple Pay or Google Pay may not work due your bank restrictions).

 

Decision on Your Schengen Visa Application

In accordance with Article 23 of Visa Code, applications shall be decided on within 15 calendar days. However, in practice, a vast majority is decided within 5 days. This doesn't apply to you if you are a national of one of the countries whose citizens are subject of prior consultations. 

In individual cases the period mentioned above may be extended up to a maximum of 45 calendar days. if this would be your case, you will be informed in time by email.

However, as a rule, the Embassy will not accept your application if your intended visit is earlier the 15 calendar days after your appointment (Article 9 of Visa Code).