Schengen Visa Fees for UK Applicants
When organising a trip to Europe, it is important to know what the Schengen visa cost is. The visa price is standardised across all Schengen member states and set by the European Commission under the Schengen Visa Code.
Official Schengen Visa Fees (Type C)
These costs apply to Type C Schengen visas, which permit travel within the Schengen Area for a maximum of 90 days during 180 days.
€90
Adults (12+ years)
€45
Children (6–11 years)
Free
Children (Under 6 years)
€35
Facilitation Rate (Armenia, Azerbaijan)
Additional Service Charges
Schengen authorities set the price for Schengen visas, but UK applicants also have to pay a service fee to approved visa application centres like VFS Global, TLScontact, or BLS International.
- The cost of services varies by visa centre.
- The fees must be paid at the time of the appointment.
- Service charges are separate from the Schengen visa fee
Important Things to Know About Schengen Visa Price
- The cost of services varies by visa centre.
- The fees must be paid at the time of the appointment.
- Service charges are separate from the Schengen visa fee
Official Schengen Visa Fees (Type C)
Avoid appointment delays
Properly budget for travel.
Reduce last-minute stress
Allow time for re-application if required
Schengen Visa FAQs
Q1 What Travel Insurance do I need to apply for a Schengen visa?
Travel insurance is common among all the Schengen countries, and the minimum amount you need to have is 30,000 euros.
Q2 How much in advance should I apply for a Schengen visa?
You must apply 3 months in advance for your Schengen visa, as the duration you get is up to 90 days within a 6-months period.
Q3 What is the processing time for the Schengen visa from the UK?
To get your appointment confirmation, it will take about 2 – 3 days. Further, it will take about 10 – 15 days to get your visa and passport back. To get your visa, contact our Schengen visa agents today!
Q4 What are the documents you need to provide to get a Schengen visa appointment?
- Online visa application form
- Original Passport
- UK residence permit
- One passport-sized photograph
- Marriage certificate (If applicable)
- Proof of transportation
- Proof of income
- Travel Insurance
Q5 How to apply for a Schengen visa from the UK?
- Fill out the online application form for a Schengen visa.
- After that, we book your appointment at the visa centre.
- Next: You should visit the visa centre with all your documents.