Documents Required

The list of documents provided below is not exhaustive, and the applicant may be asked to provide additional information or documents if requested by the Mission.

Both the standard and supporting documentation must be recent, meaning they should not be older than one month, and must be provided for every Schengen visa application.

Applicants are required to bring and present their original documents, but they only need to submit photocopies unless the requirements specify otherwise.

Before gathering the necessary documents mentioned below, applicants are advised to carefully review the requirements outlined in the Overview.

Standard Documentation for Schengen Visa Application:

1. Visa application form (original) (Schengen Visa Application Form)
2. Passport (original)
   Signed passport with at least 2 blank pages for visa purposes. The passport must be valid for at least 90 days beyond the return date of the trip to the Schengen Area and must have been issued within the last 10 years on the day of departure from the Schengen Area.

Note: An extended passport may still be valid, but if it is older than 10 years, it is no longer acceptable. In such cases, the applicant must first apply for a new passport.

3. Photocopies of any previous Schengen visas endorsed in an old passport and/or issued within the last 3 years, if applicable.
4. UK Residence permit
   – The UK Residence permit must be endorsed in the passport or issued as a Biometrics card.
   – It must be valid for at least 90 days beyond the return date of the trip to the Schengen Area.
   – C type visitor visa (C type visitor visa) is not acceptable.
5. Photograph (original) (Photo Requirement)

Please ensure that all documents are prepared

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION FOR SCHENGEN VISA APPLICATION

To support your Schengen visa application, please ensure that you have the following documents readily available:

1. EEA/EU and Swiss national’s passport or ID card (original document to be presented for verification).
2. Apostilled Proof of relation to EEA/EU and Swiss national: This includes marriage or birth certificates (original documents to be presented for verification). If these documents are not in English or Czech, a certified translation by a translator in the UK is required. Please note that a visa fee is applicable if the document is not apostilled.
3. Proof of cohabitation with EEA/EU and Swiss national family member: This can be demonstrated through utility bills or a tenancy agreement clearly showing that both the applicant and the EEA/EU and Swiss national family member are residing together at the same address.
4. Confirmed return travel reservation: This reservation should clearly state the name of the applicant and the family member/s they are traveling with. If the reservation is made through a travel agency, please provide a receipt, invoice, or payment confirmation. If traveling by car, please provide the driver’s license, car registration, car insurance, and a confirmed travel reservation (ferry or Eurotunnel) displaying the car’s registration number and the names of the passengers.

MINORS (applicants under the age of 18 when submitting a Schengen visa application)

In addition to the aforementioned documents, every minor applicant must also provide the following documents as part of A. Standard Documentation:

1. Birth certificate (apostilled): An unabridged birth certificate showing the names of the biological parents. If this document is not in English or Czech, a certified translation by a translator in the UK is also required. Please note that a visa fee is applicable if the document is not apostilled.
2. Consent of both parents: Written consent (signed and dated) from both biological parents, granting permission for

Proof of legal guardianship (in case a guardian has been appointed by the parents) includes the guardianship letter, the guardian’s passport’s Bio page, and the signature page if the signature is not on the Bio page.

Update for non-EU family members of British nationals regarding travel and visa applications in relation to Brexit.

Changes to the application submission rules are as follows:

1. If an application is submitted before 30.11.2019 for a trip that starts and ends before 30.11.2019, the current rules for family members of EU nationals under directive 2004/38/ES apply.
2. If an application is submitted before 30.11.2019 for a trip that starts before 30.11.2019 but ends after 30.11.2019, the current rules for family members of EU nationals under directive 2004/38/ES apply.
3. If an application is submitted before 30.11.2019 for a trip that starts and ends after 30.11.2019, the application must be submitted with a full set of documents required for third-country nationals who are not family members of EU nationals. The visa fee will not be charged, and the applications will remain free of charge until 30.11.2019. (The applicant must provide all documents under the Tourist Category)
4. Applicable rules for applications submitted after 30.11.2019 are subject to the result of negotiations and the method of the United Kingdom’s exit from the EU.
5. After the exit date, non-EU family members of British nationals must adhere to the general conditions for authorized short stays (90/180 rule) at all times. Stays in the Schengen area with the British national before the exit will not be considered.
   Revisions to Visa Regulations for Non-EU Family Members of British Nationals

Visas granted to non-EU family members of British nationals, based on the criteria applicable to family members of EU citizens, will continue to be valid post the exit date. Nevertheless, it is important to note that border officers may, following the exit date, request the submission of specific documents as outlined in article 14 and article 15 of the Visa code. Failure to provide satisfactory evidence of meeting the required conditions at the border may result in entry refusal and subsequent revocation of the visa.

We would like to emphasize that the aforementioned changes aim to ensure compliance with updated regulations and maintain the integrity of the visa process. It is crucial for non-EU family members of British nationals to be aware of these modifications and be prepared to provide the necessary documentation upon request. By adhering to these procedures, individuals can avoid any potential complications or disruptions to their travel plans.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work together to ensure a smooth transition and maintain the integrity of our visa system.