Apply for Your Europe Tourist or Business Visa with Visas Abroad

At Visas Abroad, we make Europe visa applications simple and reliable. Whether you’re applying for a tourist, business, or artist/performer visa, we guide you through the process, ensuring your documentation is correct and up-to-date for a smooth, stress-free experience.

Requirements and types of Europe Visas

Below, we outline the common requirements for European visas, with a focus on tourists, business travelers, and artists/performers, followed by the current processing times.

Requirements and types of Europe Visas

1. Complete the Online Application

Frequently asked questions

Fill out the Travel Visa application form on our website, providing all required personal details, travel plans, and the purpose of your visit.

2. Submit Required Documents

Valid Passport: Must remain valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.

Recent Passport-Size Photograph: Must meet the EU's visa photo standards.

Travel Itinerary: Flight bookings and accommodation details (hotel reservations or invitation letters).

Proof of Financial Means: Recent bank statements or other financial documentation showing you can support your stay.

Travel Insurance: Comprehensive coverage that includes medical emergencies, as required for many European countries.

3. Visa Fee Payment Receipt

Proof of payment for the visa application fee.

Once approved, your confirmation will be sent to your email.

Prepare Your Documents

Complete and sign the Visa Application Form.

Valid passport (at least 3 months beyond departure, minimum 2 blank pages).

Passport-size photo (as per official standards).

Travel medical insurance.

Proof of reason for travel and accommodation.

Evidence of financial means.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How long does processing take at the Visa Application Center?

  Standard processing takes 15 calendar days from your appointment at the designated Visa Application Center or Embassy.

• What are the visa fees and application center charges?

  Visa fees consist of the official Embassy/Consulate consular fee (EUR 80 / ~R1600), standard designated Visa Application Center biometric service fee (R450), and expert document advisory assistance (R950).

• Do I need an appointment at the Visa Application Center?

  Yes, in-person biometric submissions and document verification require a pre-booked appointment at the accredited Visa Application Center or official Consulate.

• Are application fees refundable if a visa is delayed or refused?

  Official Embassy visa fees and designated Visa Application Center biometric charges are strictly non-refundable once the dossier has been lodged.