Which country do you apply to?
You apply to the country where you will spend the most nights. If your nights are equal, you apply to the country you will enter first. Applying to the wrong embassy is one of the quickest ways to a refusal.
The core checklist
A valid passport with at least two blank pages and validity of three months beyond your return; recent photographs; the completed application form; a six-month personal bank statement; income tax returns; employment or business documents; your family registration certificate; flight and hotel reservations; and travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 cover.
What the embassy is really checking
Officers want to see that your trip makes sense, that you can pay for it and that you will come back. A balance that appears suddenly before the application, an itinerary that does not match your bookings, or missing proof of employment are common reasons for refusal.
Building a strong file
Keep your bank statement consistent for several months, explain your trip clearly in a cover letter, and match every detail of your itinerary to your reservations. Previous travel to the UK, USA, Turkey, Malaysia or the Gulf also helps your profile.
How we help
We review your documents before anything is submitted, write your cover letter, book your appointment through the official visa centre and prepare you for the submission. We do not deal in 'done base' visas, ever.
Visa and admission rules change often. This article reflects the rules on the date above. Book a free consultation to get the current requirements for your case.