Notice: Schengen Countries
Schengen Countries are countries that have signed an agreement, currently between 26 European States, to remove immigration controls to travel within their collective territories. This means entry into one Schengen Member State gives free access to all the other Schengen states.
If the visit includes more than one destination, the visa has to be applied to the Embassy/Consulate of the country that is the main destination of the journey (length of stay or the purpose). If no main destination is determined, the visa application should be submitted to the Schengen country of first entry.
Consulate information
| Address: |
3301 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008 |
|
| Phone: | (202) 298-5800 | Website |
Important Facts
- COVID-19 REGULATIONS (subject to change). Travelers without a negative Covid-19 antigen or PCR test results issued at most 72 hours before arrival are subject to a Covid-19 test upon arrival and self-isolation. For up to date information, please click this link
- APPLY IN PERSON. Applicants need to make an appointment at VFS Global to apply for visa.
- Passport must have at least six (6) months validity remaining beyond stay and at least two (2) blank visa pages.
- NO VISA REQUIRED for nationals of the Schengen countries member; for nationals of Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Japan, Mauritius, Mexico, Singapore, Peru, Trinidad & Tobago, UK/British Overseas Citizens, USA, Venezuela and some other countries for a maximum stay of 90 days.
- For more information and questions contact the GC Visa office.
| Visa Application Requirements | NON-US |
|---|---|
| Valid passport | ✔ |
| Completed and signed application form The application must be typewritten. Not handwritten. | ✔ |
| Passport size photos - two (2) photos White background and should be free of shadows, photo is clear and in color, glasses not allowed. Applicant is directly facing camera w/ a neutral expression, eyes are clearly visible. | ✔ |
| Copy of valid passport's vital information page | ✔ |
| Invitation letter (Business visa only) | ✔ |
| Letter of employment | ✔ |
| Bank statements (last three (3) months) | ✔ |
| Copy of flight itinerary A round trip travel airline ticket with traveler's name. | ✔ |
| Copy of hotel reservation/Evidence of address while staying in the country. | ✔ |
| Letter of support (Business visa only) The GC Visa office will provide | ✔ |
| Proof of valid legal residency in the US (copy only) Be ready to show the original when applying in person. | ✔ |
| Travel health insurance | ✔ |
Forms and Links
Processing Time
| Processing time | Service type | Citizenship |
|---|---|---|
| 15 business days | Regular | Non-US Nationals |
Fee per Visa
Payment Method: Credit Card,
| Type of Visa | Fee per Visa | Type of entry | Term of visa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen Visa Non-US Nationals | 70.00 | Multiple | Up to 90 days |
Additional Notes
- Allow (2) two extra days for GC Visa Office to process your application.
- For Long Term/Work Visa and Children under 18, Contact GC Visa Office.
- Please note that Embassies/Country Representative Offices change the requirements on a regular basis without notifying us.
- There is a GC surcharge for our services.
Last updated: August 3, 2022