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The Schengen visa application form is the official EU document required by travelers seeking entry to any of the 27 Schengen member states for visits of up to 90 days. It collects your identity details, travel itinerary, purpose of visit, and proof of financial means so the consulate can assess your eligibility. Whether you apply for tourism, business, family reasons, or cultural events, a valid Schengen visa grants access to all member countries. Click the button below to fill out and download your form.

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Application For Schengen Visa Form PDF Details

The Schengen visa application form (form number 12225*01) is the standardized EU document accepted by consulates and embassies across all 27 Schengen member states. Nationals of most countries outside the EU, EEA, and Switzerland must submit this form to apply for a short-stay visa before traveling to the Schengen Area.

Schengen countries that require this visa application form include: Austria, Belgium, 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.

The form collects applicant information across several key areas:

Personal identity: surname, given names, date of birth, place of birth, current nationality, and original nationality

Travel document: passport type, issuing country, passport number, issue date, and expiry date

Residence and occupation: home address, current employer or educational institution

Purpose and duration: the specific reason you apply (tourism, business, official duty, medical treatment, family visit, cultural or sports events, or study) and your planned arrival and departure dates

Financial means: who covers your expenses during the stay (yourself, a sponsor, or a host organization) and what payment types you will carry (cash, credit cards, or traveler's cheques)

Applicants who have family members who are EU or EEA citizens may be exempt from certain sections. All applicants must sign a declaration confirming the accuracy of the information provided and acknowledging how Schengen authorities process personal data. A granted visa does not guarantee entry; border officers retain authority to deny admission upon arrival.

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Form Name	Application For Schengen Visa Form
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Application for Schengen Visa

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Stamp embassy

Or consulate

N° 12225*01

1. Surname(s) family name(s))

FOR EMBASSY /

CONSULATE USE ONLY

2. Surname(s) at birth (earlier family name(s))

Date application :

3. First names (given names)

4. Date of birth (year-month-day)

5. ID-number (optional)

File handled by :

6. Place and country of birth

Supporting documents:

Valid passport

7. Current nationality/ies

8. Original nationality (nationality at birth)

Financial means

9. Sex

10. Marital status :

Invitation

Male

Female

Single

Married Separated

Divorced

Widow(er)

Other

Means of transport

Health insurance

Other :

11.

Father’s name

12. Mother’s name

13.

Type of passport:

National passport

Diplomatic passport

Service passport

Travel document (1951 Convention)

Alien’s passport

Seaman’s passport

Other travel document (please specify):

………………………………………………………………………… ………….…

14.

Number of passport

15. Issued by

16.

Date of issue

17. Valid until

18.

If you reside in a country other than your country of origin, have you permission to return to that country?

Yes, (number and validity)

……………….……………………………………………………

* 19. Current occupation

Visa :

Refused

* 20. Employer and employer’s address and telephone number. For students, name and address of school.

Granted

Characteristics of Visa :

LTV

21.

Main destination

22. Type of Visa :

23. Visa :

Airport transit Transit Short stay

Individual

Collective

Long stay

D + C

24.

Number of entries requested

25. Duration of stay

Number of entries :

Single entry Two entries Multiple entries

Visa is requested for: ______ days

26.

Other visas (issued during the past three years) and their period of validity

1 2 Multiple

Valid from ………………..

27.

In the case of transit, have you an entry permit for the final country of destination?

Yes , valid until:

Issuing authority:

To …………………………

* 28. Previous stays in this or other Schengen states

Valid for :

…………………………… .

*The questions marked with * do not have to be answered by family members of EU or EEA citizens (spouse, child or dependent ascendant). Family members of EU or EEA citizens have to present documents to prove this relationship.

First Name

Telephone and telefax

e-mail address

29. Purpose of travel
Tourism Business Visit to Family or Friends	Cultural/Sports Official Medical reasons
Other (please specify): ….……………………………………………………..

* 30. Date of arrival		* 31. Date of departure
* 32. Border of first entry or transit route		33. Means of transport

*34. Name of host or company in the Schengen states and contact person in host company. If not applicable, give name of hotel or temporary address in the Schengen states

Name

Full address

*35. Who is paying for your cost of travelling and for your costs of living during your stay?

Myself Host person/s Host company. (State who and how and present corresponding documentation):………………………………………………

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

……………… ………………………………….

*36. Means of support during your stay

Cash Travellers' cheques Credit cards Accommodation Other:

Travel and/or health insurance. Valid until: ………………………………………………..

37. Spouse’s family name			38. Spouse’s family name at birth

39. Spouse’s first name		40. Spouse’s date of birth		41. Spouse’s place of birth

42. Children (Applications	must be submitted separately for each passport)
Name		First name		Date of birth
1
2
3

43.Personal data of the EU or EEA citizen you depend on. This question should be answered only by family members of EU or EEA citizens.

Name

Date of Birth	Nationality	Number of passport

Family relationship :

of an EU or EEA citizen

44. I am aware of and consent to the following: any personal data concerning me which appear on this visa application form will be supplied to the relevant authorities in the Schengen states and processed by those authorities, if necessary, for the purposes of a decision on my visa application. Such data may be input into, and stored in, databases accessible to the relevant authorities in the various Schengen states.

At my express request, the consular authority processing my application will inform me of the manner in which I may exercise my right to check the personal data concerning me and have them altered or deleted, in particular, should they be inaccurate, in accordance with the national law of the state concerned.

I declare that to the best of my knowledge all particulars supplied by me are correct and complete.

I am aware that any false statements will lead to my application being rejected or to the annulment of a visa already granted and may also render me liable to prosecution under the law of the Schengen state which deals with the application.

I undertake to leave the territory of the Schengen states upon the expiry of the visa, if granted.

I have been informed that possession of a visa is only one of the prerequisites for entry into the European territory of the Schengen states. The mere fact that a visa has been granted to me does not mean that I will be entitled to compensation if I fail to comply with the relevant provisions of Article 5.1 of the Schengen Implementing Convention and am thus refused entry. The prerequisites for entry will be checked again on entry into the European territory of the Schengen states.

45.	Applicant’s home address		46. Telephone number

47.	Place and date	48. Signature (for minors, signature of
		custodian/guardian)

FOR EMBASSY /

CONSULATE USE ONLY

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How to Complete the Schengen Visa Application Form

Completing the Schengen visa application form correctly is essential for a successful application. The following steps walk you through the process of gathering documents, filling out the form, and submitting your Schengen visa application to the appropriate consulate.

Step 1: Determine Which Consulate to Apply To

You must apply at the consulate or embassy of the Schengen country where you plan to spend the most time. If you will spend equal time across multiple Schengen countries, apply to the consulate of the first country you will enter. For example, if you apply for a visa to visit Germany and France equally, apply at the German or French consulate based on your first port of entry.

Step 2: Gather Your Supporting Documents

Before completing the form, collect all documents the consulate requires:

Valid passport with at least two blank pages and validity extending 3 months beyond your planned departure
Two recent passport-size photos meeting Schengen photo specifications
Confirmed flight reservation or travel itinerary
Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, host invitation letter, or rental agreement)
Travel medical insurance covering at least 30,000 EUR, valid for the entire Schengen Area
Proof of financial means (recent bank statements, pay slips, or a sponsor's letter with their financial documents)
Employment proof or student enrollment confirmation

Step 3: Fill Out the Application Form

Complete each section of the Schengen visa application form in block letters or by typing. Do not leave required fields blank:

Sections 1 to 3 (Personal data): Enter your surname and given names exactly as shown in your passport. Record your date of birth, place of birth, current nationality, and original nationality if different.
Sections 4 to 7 (Travel document): Enter your passport type, number, issuing authority, issue date, and expiry date.
Sections 8 to 11 (Residence and occupation): Provide your current home address, phone number, and employer or school name and address.
Sections 12 to 14 (Trip details): Select the purpose for which you apply and enter your planned arrival and departure dates. If applying for a multi-entry visa, state the expected number of entries.
Sections 15 to 17 (Financial means and insurance): Specify how you will fund your trip and confirm your travel insurance details. Attach proof of insurance to your application package.

Step 4: Submit Your Application

Submit your completed form together with all required documents at the embassy, consulate, or an authorized visa application center (such as VFS Global or TLScontact) of the relevant Schengen country. Apply at least 15 days before your intended travel date. You may apply up to 6 months in advance. Most consulates charge a standard Schengen visa fee and will issue a receipt upon submission.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Schengen visa processing take?
Processing typically takes 15 calendar days from the date the consulate receives your complete application. Complicated cases or periods of high demand can extend processing to 30 or 45 days. Apply early to avoid delays.

What is the 90/180-day rule?
A Schengen visa permits a maximum stay of 90 days within any 180-day period, counted across all Schengen Area member states combined. Overstaying this limit can result in fines, deportation, or a future visa ban.

Can I apply for a multiple-entry Schengen visa?
Yes. Travelers with a strong visa history and a demonstrated need to visit the Schengen Area regularly may be granted a multiple-entry visa valid for 1, 2, or 5 years, subject to the 90/180-day rule on each visit.

Do EU or EEA family members need to apply the same way?
Immediate family members of EU or EEA citizens may be exempt from certain requirements and the standard visa fee under EU free movement rules. Check with the relevant consulate before you apply.

For other travel-related PDF forms, see the Schengen Visa Application Form and the Greece Schengen Application Form.