Travel Outside Uk

UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
International Students Advisory Service

Guide to Applying for a Visa to Travel
outside the UK
International Student Advisory Service

International Office, C Block, Aston Webb Building
Edgbaston Campus
University of Birmingham
B15 2TT
Tel: 0121 414 8464
www.studenthelp.bham.ac.uk
www.as.bham.ac.uk/international
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
1
VISA
1.1
What is a visa?
1.2
Schengen Visas
1.3
Non-Schengen Visas
1.4
Tips
1.5
Important Visa information
SCHENGEN APPLICATIONS
2.1
Austria
2.2
Belgium
2.3
Czech Republic
2.4
Denmark
2.5
Estonia
2.6
Finland
2.7
France
2.8
Germany
2.9
Greece
2.10
Hungary
2.11
Iceland
2.12
Italy
2.13
Latvia
2.14
Lithuania
2.15
Luxembourg
2.16
Malta
2.17
The Netherlands
2.18
Norway
2.19
Poland
2.20
Portugal
2.21
Slovakia
2.22
Slovenia
2.23
Spain
2.24
Sweden
OTHER COUNTRIES
3.1
Ireland
3.2
USA
FINDING EMBASSY INFORMATION
SUPPORTING LETTER
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Introduction
During your time at the University of Birmingham you may have opportunities to travel which will enhance
your experiences of other cultures and your time in the UK. Applying for a visa to travel can seem
confusing or difficult, so it is important when applying for a visa that you
plan and
prepare in advance.
This Guide is designed to assist you with the visa application process and will give you some key points
you need to consider when applying.
The Guide is not a complete list of all the countries in the world, but is a list of the most popular countries
students choose to visit during their stay in the UK. Section 4 will show you how to search the web for
visa details of any other countries not included in this Guide.
Finally, this Guide is for those students who are already in the UK who hold a relevant valid visa.
The Guide is NOT intended to provide information on how to apply for, or extend, a Tier 4 Visa For full
information on applying for a Tier 4 Visa for the UK you should refer to www.ukvisas.gov.uk or the ISAS
website at http://www.as.bham.ac.uk/studentlife/international/index.shtml.
VISAS
Due to the fact that an Embassy can change the information on its website at anytime, you are
strongly advised to check the Embassy web page prior to submitting your application. We cannot
take responsibility for any changes which occur on Embassy websites.
1.1
What is a visa?
A visa is a document issued by a country giving you permission to enter the country for a
given period of time. Most countries will require you to have a valid visa as a condition of
entry. Visas are obtained by prior application at the country's Embassy or Consulate.
You will usually be charged a non-refundable fee for making a visa application. Visas are
normally stamped or attached into your passport.
Visas can be single-entry, which means will be cancelled as soon as you leave the
country, or multiple-entry, permitting multiple entries into the country with the same visa.
Once issued, a visa will usually have to be used within a certain period of time and the
period of validity usually starts only on entry into the country. Overstaying a visa's validity
period is considered illegal immigration and you may be fined, deported and even banned
from entering the country again.
There are two types of visas you can apply for a Schengen visa (see 1.2) and nonSchengen visas (see 1.3).
1.2
Schengen Visas
The Schengen visa is for the following European countries:
Austria
Belgium
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Hungary
Germany
Greece
Iceland
Italy
Latvia
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
The Netherlands (Holland)

Norway
Poland
Portugal
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
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A Schengen visa issued by an Embassy or Consulate of the above countries allows the
holder to travel freely in all of these countries. However, if you are travelling to more than
one of these countries, you may be required to hold a return ticket for some countries or
other proof of onward travel please check the requirements of the country you are
applying to before you purchase your return travel ticket.
The rules for applying for a Schengen visa are as follows;
(a) If you intend to visit ONLY ONE SCHENGEN COUNTRY, you must apply for a visa
at the Embassy or Consulate of that country.
(b) If you intend to visit SEVERAL SCHENGEN COUNTRIES WITHOUT HAVING A
MAIN DESTINATION, you should apply for a visa at the Embassy or Consulate of the
first country of entry.
(c) If you intend to visit SEVERAL SCHENGEN COUNTRIES, with one country being
your MAIN DESTINATION (i.e. you intend to stay in a particular country for more time
than the others), then you must apply for a visa at the Embassy or Consulate of the
country in which your main destination is situated.
Your stay is limited to 90 days within any 6 month period. Please check each countrys
requirements before assuming that you only require a Schengen for your European journey. For
example Australians currently require a visa to visit Portugal.
Please note: the Schengen Agreement applies only to those specific counties who signed to the
Agreement within the EU and EEA the Schengen Agreement is not specific to all European
Member countries but only to those listed in Section 1.1.
Holders of Schengen visas are still subject to immigration controls and are not guaranteed entry
into any of the Schengen countries.
1.3
Non-Schengen Visas
If you intend to visit countries which are not listed in Section 1.2 you will be required to apply to
each individual country you wish to visit.
You should also note that if you are planning a trip which includes one or more countries listed in
the Schengen agreement and a country which is not listed in the Schengen agreement you will
need to apply to one of the Schengen countries (within the criteria listed in Section 1.2) and also
to the Embassy of other country/countries you will be visiting. For example, if you were planning
to visit France, Germany, Spain, Ireland and Romania you would have to apply for three visas as
follows:
(a)
(b)
(c)
1.4
A Schengen visa for France, Germany or Spain

A tourist visa for Ireland
A tourist visa for Romania
Tips
When you telephone an Embassy number you will be charged a minimum amount per
minute do not use your mobile as it could be very expensive;
If you need an appointment, when telephone for an appointment have your passport with you
and a pen and paper;
When posting your application never post cash. Always send a Postal Order for the exact
amount required;
Always buy travel and health insurance whether or not it is required as part of the visa
application
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If you are booking your accommodation and travel with a Travel Agent take your passport
with you to ensure that the names entered in the booking are the same always check
spelling;
If you wish your passport to be returned to you by post you should include a special delivery
prepaid self-addressed envelope with your application;
You should normally allow 4-8 weeks for the processing of your application - check the
relevant Embassy website for more information
1.5
Important Visa information

Providing false information in a Schengen visa application will be taken very seriously by the
Embassy and the you will be held responsible for the fraudulent claims; even if someone else
completed your form, it is you who signs the form and you are responsible for all information
provided in that form. Please do not be tempted to be involved in any type of deception. If you do
then your Schengen visa application will be refused and you are putting yourself at risk of being
prosecuted.
You should also remember that, when applying for a Schengen visa, you must apply either to the
embassy of the country where you will be visiting first, or the country where you will be spending
the most time. You should not apply to a different embassy because you think your application
will be dealt with quicker or more favourably there - this is known as visa shopping and is not
approved of by Embassies. Visa shopping may also lead to the refusal of a Schengen visa. The
University of Birmingham will not assist you if we believe that you are visa shopping.
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Schengen Applications
This section shows the Embassy and their requirements for applying for a visa:
2.1
AUSTRIA
Embassy Address
Austrian Embassy
Visa Department
18 Belgrave Mews West
London
SW1X 8HU
Tel: 020 7344 3250
Fax: 020 7344 0292
Web: www.bmeia.gv.at/en/embassy/london.html
Email: visa.london-ob@bmeia.gv.at
Visa Appointments
Email: visa.london-ob@bmeia.gv.at
Tel. 020 3000 259 36 (visa section)
(In order to access the service you will need a credit
card, which will be charged approx. 11 GBP per call )
Validity remaining on Passport

Other Passport requirements
Student Visa validity
More than 3 months longer than the visa applied for

Two blank pages
More than 3 months longer than the visa applied for
Appointment necessary:
Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements
Yes
Download from webpage
2 Passport sized photos
Recent showing name and address and a minimum
amount of 30.00 per person each day of stay
Confirming status and attendance
Reservation of return ticket (ticket should not be bought
until visa is guaranteed or issued)
Confirmed hotel booking/confirmation of tour
Minimum GBP 15,000 to cover period of stay
Please click into the web page link
http://www.bmeia.gv.at/en/embassy/london/practicaladvice/schengen-visa-residence-permits.html
School (Department) Letter

Evidence of return tickets
Evidence of Hotel booking
Travel/Medical Insurance
Visa fee
Payment method
Cash/Postal Orders
Comments:
As of 15 December 2011 applicants have the additional option to submit applications at
the Visa Application Centers in Manchester and Edinburgh operated by VF Services (UK)
Limited. Please note that VF Services (UK) charge an additional service fee (approx.
GBP 25), for further information see http://www.vfsglobal.com/austria/uk/index.html
Opening hours of Visa Department (for appointment holders only)
Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 12.00 am, closed on Austrian Public Holidays/Bank
Holidays.
Please be aware that you will only be seen with a valid appointment.
You must submit original documents together with a copy of each document being
submitted.
If you are staying with a friend you require an original letter of invitation legalised by a
notary public, solicitor or other competent authority and a copy of the Austrian Passport
(or national passport containing a valid Austrian residence permit) and proof of sufficient
income or funds of the host.
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The endorsements of children in valid passports of their parents expire on 15th June
2012. Each child, including newborns, must be issued with their own passport in order to
travel. The passport of the parent itself still will be valid until the expiry date only the
holder of the passport can travel with it.
The Austrian Embassy does have a telephone-based appointment scheduling system for
Visa and Residence Permits. The service is available via a local UK number 020 300 259
36 and a local Austrian number +43 1 229 7210. Operating hours for the Visa Information
Service are Monday to Friday 8.00 am to 5.00 pm. In order to access the service you
need a credit card, which will be charged with appr. 11 GBP per call. Information is
available in English and German.
The Visa Information Service is operated on behalf of the Austrian Foreign Ministry by
CSC.
Applicants who do not wish to make use of this service will be able to make appointments
directly at the Austrian Embassy on Wednesdays between 2.00 pm and 3.00 pm. THIS
WILL BE FOR SCHEDULING AN APPOINTMENT ONLY. Please bring your passport.
We will not process applications on Wednesdays afternoon. Please be advised that by
coming to the Embassy directly rather than contacting the Visa Information Service you
might encounter longer waiting times in securing an appointment.
Visa collection (visas cannot be issued on the same day) is either in person or provide a
pre-paid, self-addressed special delivery envelope (from Post Office) at application and
your passport will be posted back to you once the visa is issued. You should keep a note
of the 13 digit reference number of the special delivery/recorded envelope.
Visa collection Time:
Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 11.30 am. The Consulate is closed on Austrian Public
Holidays/Bank Holidays.
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2.2
BELGUIM
Embassy Address (Visa Office)

Student visa validity
Appointment necessary
Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements

Visa fee
Payment method
Joint Visa Application Centre

1-8 Batemans Building
South Soho Square
London W1D 3EN
Telephone:
T 08713760023
Web:
www.vfs-be-uk.com
Email:
visabelgium.uk@vfshelpline.com
(for all information regarding the visa
process)
documentbelgium.uk@vfshelpline.com
(for all additional documents for your
current application)
At least 3 months longer than the visa applied for
A blank page for the visa sticker Student Visa validity
No
Applicants can submit in person with a prior
appointment. Applications may also be sent by post only
if you have previously had a Schengen visa issued
by the Embassy of Belgium London.
Postal applications can be sent by special delivery to:
Belgium Visa Application Centre
South Soho Square
London W1D 3EN
http://www.vfs-be-uk.com/download.aspx
2 recent photographs (check the following link for
photograph specification on the website)
Recent showing name and address
Confirming the holiday
Proof of reservation. Once the visa will be issued, the
return tickets to Belgium non-exchangeable and nonrefundable may be required by the Embassy
Hotel reservations covering all of your stay in the
Schengen countries
You are required to provide Travel Insurance on all
occasions, with an exception of the Airport Transit Visa,
covering the intended stay with a minimum coverage of
least 30,000 Euros.
Please see Embassy web page. There is also a service
charge in addition.
http://www.vfs-be-uk.com/visafees.aspx
Credit/Debit card (only at Visa Application Centre)/Postal
Orders
Comments:
You must mention the correct date(s) of entry into the Schengen area and mention the
countries to be visited and the length of stay in each Schengen country. If you are
providing evidence of your guarantors financial means to cover your stay, rather than
your own, you need to provide a pledge of financial support from them which has been
authenticated by the municipal authorities, together with a copy of the guarantor's last
three pay slips and a copy of a document proving that the guarantor is of Belgian
nationality (identity card) or has authorisation to stay in Belgium indefinitely (residence
permit).
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If you are applying by post you must enclose a special delivery pre-paid self-addressed
envelope for your passport to be returned to you.
You should supply a photocopy of each document with the original you wish to be
returned (tickets, marriage certificates, passport, bank statements, insurance documents
etc).
For an easy and quick service, visas should be applied for at the Visa Application Centre
(VAC) and not the embassy. The address of the VAC and further details are available
from www.vfs-be-uk.com.
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2.3
CZECH REPUBLIC
Embassy Address

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements
Reference (Department) Letter

Travel/Health Insurance
Visa fee
Payment method
Embassy of the Czech Republic

26-30 Kensington Palace Gardens
London W8 4QY
Telephone: 020 7243 1115
09065 508 931 (Visa Section)
Fax:
020 7243 7926 (visa section)
Web: http://www.czechembassy.org.uk
Email: visa.london@embassy.mzv.cz
At least 90 days longer than the visa applied for
2 blank pages for the visa sticker
Yes
Download from webpage and fully complete it
1 recent passport photograph
Current bank statements covering 3 months
transactions: showing name and address with minimum
of GBP 30.00 for each day of stay
From your employer/education institution
Yes
Hotel reservations covering all of your stay in the
Schengen area
Confirmation letter from your health insurance company
and one copy. The insurance should cover at least GBP
20,000, for the whole length of stay in Schengen area
Please see Embassy web page.
Cash/Postal Orders
Comments:
You should supply a photocopy of all documents, otherwise the originals will not be returned. If
you wish to have your passport returned by post you must enclose a pre-paid self-addressed
special delivery envelope.
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2.4
DENMARK
Embassy Address (Visa Office)
Joint Visa Application Centre

South Soho Square
London
W1D 3EN
Visa Enquiry 0871 376 0023
http://storbritannien.um.dk/
Email: info.schengen@vfshelpline.com


2 blank page for the visa sticker
At least 3 months after your visit to Denmark
Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements


Visa fee
Payment method
Appointment needed for London office.

1 recent passport photo see web for details
Recent, original bank statement covering the last 3
calendar months is required. The last transaction must be
no more than 1 month old, showing name and address,
GBP 20.00 per day if staying with family/friends or hotel
is pre-paid; GBP 40.00 per day if staying hostel; GBP
60.00 per day if staying in a hotel. See web page for
details.
Original signed student letter from school, college or
university confirming course details.
Travel tickets are not a requirement but the Embassy
may request them in some circumstances as part of
further documentation
Confirmed reservation for all planned stays in the
Schengen area
Insurance Certificate/confirmation letter must be
provided, with insurance covering minimum EU 30,000
including emergency medical expenses, hospitalization
and repatriation (also in case of death).
Please see Embassy web page
Comments:
If you are staying with family or friends they need to send you an original, recent, signed letter
of invitation stating duration of stay emails are not accepted.
The Embassy of Denmark has appointed VF Services (UK) Ltd. as its outsourced partner for
acceptance and processing of its visa applications. All visa applications (including residence
and work permits for the Green Card Scheme and Family Reunification) will be accepted and
processed by VF Services (UK) Ltd. through its dedicated Denmark Visa Application Centres
in London, Manchester and Edinburgh.
The centre in London manages scheduling of appointments for submission of visa, Green
Card and Family Reunification applications (appointment necessary). The centre in
Edinburgh operates on a walk-in basis (no appointment necessary) and the centre in
Manchester accepts 10 applications daily on a first come first serve basis. Visa, Green Card
and Family Reunification applications must be submitted in person (including
children).
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2.5
For more information - including the location of the centres in Manchester and Edinburgh please visit the VF Services website: http://dk.vfsglobal.co.uk.
ESTONIA
Embassy Address
Estonian Embassy
16 Hyde Park Gate
London SW7 5DG
Telephone: +44 0207 838 5388
Fax; +44 0207 589 3430
http://www.estonia.gov.uk/embassy
Visa Appointments 020 78 38 53 88
Email london@mfa.ee

pages for the visa stickers
Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements
Visa fee
Payment method

Passport issued within previous 10 years, with two blank
At least 2 blank passport pages for visa sticker
Yes
Download from web page
1 passport sized photograph (size 35x45mm) see
details at this link
http://www.politsei.ee/en/teenused/lingid/taotlusan
keedile-lisatavad-dokumendid/index.dot
Original, recent bank statement showing name and
address covering last 3 months
Recent letter from the University
Evidence of confirmed booking
Evidence
To cover at least 30,000 EUR for the entire stay
51.00 (as of 03/2012)
Cash
Comments:
Please note that additional documents may be required in every case.
Notice for minors under 18: In addition to the above documents, minors under 18 must
produce a declaration from both parents authorising them to travel and stay in a Schengen
country and appointing the person who will be responsible for them.
Please note that Estonian Embassy accepts only prefilled online application forms for
applying for a Schengen visa. Please use the ONLINE APPLICATION FORM. The
completed application form has to be printed out, signed and submitted to the Embassy.
Visa application must be lodged at least 15 (VFA nationals 10) calendar days before the
intended visit (as this is the normal processing time) and cannot be lodged earlier than
three months before the start of the intended visit.
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2.6
FINLAND
Embassy Address

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements
and sudden illness or accident, etc.
Visa fee
Payment method
Consular Offices
Embassy of Finland
38 Chesham Place
London
SW1X 8HW
Telephone Number 020 7838 6200
Fax Number 020 7235 3680
http://www.finemb.org.uk/public/default.aspx?nodeid=37
221&contentlan=2&culture=en-GB
Email visa.lon@formin.fi
At least 3 months longer than the visa applied for; issued

within the previous 10 years.
A blank page for the visa sticker
No
Available online
1 passport sized photograph in colour (47x36mm)
Last 3 months, showing name and address.
Recent
Only when visa has been granted, paid return tickets
must be presented when collecting of the visa
Or invitation letter where applicable
Minimum coverage of EUR 30,000 covering emergency
EUR 60.00 (correct as of 03/2012)
Cash
Comments:
Requirements vary for each country please visit:
http://formin.finland.fi/public/default.aspx?nodeid=15720&contentlan=2&culture=en-US
For visiting family, friend or other applicable an invitation letter with copy of passport data page
or residence permit.
For applicants under 18 years old both guardians' written consent, passports and the
applicant's birth certificate must be presented.
In some cases, further documentation may be requested.
Please note that the applicant has to submit photocopies of all the supporting documents with
his/her application. The Embassy does not make copies.
The embassy or consulate may also want to interview you to ask about the purpose of
your visit.
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2.7
FRANCE
Embassy Address
French Consulate General

Visa Section
The Embassy of France
6A Cromwell Place
London SW7 2EW
Email: visas.londres-fslt@diplomatie.gouv.fr
Web: www.ambafrance-uk.org
Tel: 0845 7300 118, Monday to Friday
between 8.30 and 16.30
For general information on visa to France please
contact TLScontact via website:
https://www.tlscontact.com/gb2fr

Passport photo
Bank statements
School/department letter
Evidence of reurn tickets
Evidence of hotel bookings
Insurance
When to submit visa application
At least 3 months longer than the visa applied for, no

more than ten years old. Photocopy needed. Please also
bring any old passports and copies.
Two blank pages for the visa sticker
Yes
Two, less than three months old with white background
required, showing minimum 55 per day in Schengen
area
required, confirming studies, must be less than three
months old.
Required
Itinerary of whole stay in France needed, stating where
you will stay. Booking confirmation required.
Required, minimum 30,000 EUR covering entirety of
stay.
At least 15 days but no more than 3 months before
your planned dates of travel.
How to make Appointment
via TLScontacts website as above

or via TLScontacts call center: 0845 7300 118, Monday
to Friday from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm.
Supporting documents
To obtain the detailed list of documents relevant to the

visa you are applying for, please go to the TLScontact
website and complete the questionnaire online.
Alternatively you may call 0845 7300 118, Monday to
Friday, 8.30am to 4.30 pm to speak to an adviser
Comments:
Copies of all documents needed.
In accordance with the European Council Decision 2004/512/EC, from 6 Feb 2012, the French
Consulate will issue biometric visas - this new measure entails the compulsory appearance
of all visa nationals (except children under the age of 12) as biometric data (photograph and
fingerprints) must be collected.
TLScontact center
th
From the 15 of January 2012, due to the forthcoming introduction of biometric visas - and the
consequent compulsory appearance of all visa nationals, TLS contact centre will no longer
accept postal applications.
In order to improve the standard of service offered to visas applicants, the French Authorities
have outsourced the visa application process (from advices to receipt and return of the
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documents) to TLScontact. This service is available to all regardless of nationality, type of

passport, duration and purpose of stay in France.
Regarding the latest news on Schengen visa please check the French Consulate website:
http://www.ambafrance-uk.org/Outsourcing-of-the-collection-of
If you are staying with a friend they will need to obtain a certificate of board and lodging
("Attestation d'Accueil") from the local Town hall ("Mairie") or Police Station ("Gendarmerie" or
"Commissariat de Police"). You must submit originals and photocopies of all documents
requested. If you are applying by post you must enclose a self-addressed pre-paid special
delivery envelope for the safe return of your documents.
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2.8
GERMANY
Embassy Address

for, no more than ten years old
for
Application form
Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany

23 Belgrave Square
London
SW1X 8PZ
Telephone: 020 7824 1300
Visa Information 020 7824 1465
Fax Number 020 7824 1449
Web www.london.diplo.de
Visa Appointments 09065 540 740
At least 3 months longer than the visa applied
At least 2 blank pages for the visa sticker
Yes See comments*
Download from web page:
http://www.london.diplo.de/Vertretung/london/en/07/Vis
a/Application__form__seite.html
Photographs
See web for details:

http://www.london.diplo.de/Vertretung/london/en/07/Pas
sport/Passport__photos__seite.html
Bank Statements

Required
Visa fee
Payment method
Others:
Hotel bookings covering all of your stay in the

Schengen countries
Covering at least GBP 20,000, valid for all member
states of Schengen and to cover the whole period of
visa validity
Please see web page:
http://www.london.diplo.de/Vertretung/london/en/07/Vis
a/Visa__fees__seite.html
Cash or Postal Orders
If you wish to receive your documents back by
post please attach one self-addressed Special
Delivery envelope.
Comments:
New regulation from 05.04.2010:
Please note that from 5 April 2010 only passports that have been issued (not extended!!!)
during the past ten years can be endorsed with a visa. If your passport was issued longer than
10 years ago, please apply for a new passport at your Embassy.
Please always bring the original plus one copy of all documents mentioned below. Please note
that the Embassy has to charge 40p per copy if you do not bring copies of the originals.
Please note that incomplete applications will not be accepted.
From 26 April 2010 it is also possible to book your visa appointment online. To make an
appointment online please check the embassy website.
All persons wishing to apply for visas to visit Germany MUST apply in person (except
application by post - see below) and MUST make an appointment in advance. Applicants must
not attend the Embassy without first making an appointment, as admission will not be
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possible. This also applies to applicants using the online application form. Do NOT book a
flight before booking an appointment. ONLY applications from residents in the UK can be
accepted.
Application by post
Important message: Due to the high number of applications, processing times for applications
by post can be a bit longer than normal. Please apply for your visa as soon as you can, and
allow plenty of processing time before your planned date of travel. You may apply by post:
1. If you are a spouse of an EU or German national or
2. If you have had a Schengen visa from the German Embassy in London issued within the
past 12 months or
3. If you have had at least 2 used Schengen visa from any Schengen Embassy issued
within the past 24 months or
4. If you have had a one-year or multiple-year Schengen visa within the last 24 months and
have used it.
Please note that the main destination of your travel needs to be Germany in order to apply
with the German Embassy!!!
If you are staying with a friend you will require a formal obligation from your friend in Germany.
If you wish to receive your documents back by post you should submit a self-addressed
Special Delivery envelope.
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2.9
GREECE
Embassy Address

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements
Travel/medical Insurance
Visa fee
Payment method
The Greek Consulate General

1A Holland Park
London
W11 3TP
Visa Section Tel: 020 7313 5600/5609
Visa Section Fax 020 7243 3202
Web www.greekembassy.org.uk
Email consulategeneral@greekembassy.org.uk
Visa Appointments Booking: 09065 540 744 ( automated
Line, 1 per minute)
Yes, can book online
Download from website
2 recent passport sized photographs
Last three months bank statements with at least 5 Euros
per day of stay.
Confirming status, attendance and duration of course
Confirmation of flight / ferry bookings.
Proof of hotel bookings.
Terms and conditions of the insurance, proving minimum
coverage of 30,000 Euros for any expenses which might
arise during stay in the Schengen area
Please see web page
Postal Order or cash
Comments:
Visa application shall be lodged no more than 3 months before the start of the intended visit.
Visa application shall be lodged no less than 15 days before the intended date of departure.
Submit original and photocopies of all documents being submitted including your passport and
Student Visa. If you are visiting friends or relatives in Greece, please submit an original
invitation letter duly signed by the host, whose signature needs to be verified by a Greek
authority (police, honorary consulate etc). When the data regarding the host have not been
verified by the authorities of the Member State dealing with the application, the applicant
needs to present: A copy of ID card or bio data page of the host's passport; residence permit;
proof of residence (property title deeds, rental agreements etc, proof of income).
If you wish your passport to be returned to you by post you should submit a special delivery
repaid self-addressed envelope.
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2.10
HUNGARY
Embassy Address
Embassy of the Republic of Hungary

Visa Section
35b Eaton Place
London SW1X 8BY
Telephone Number 020 7201-3440
Fax: 020 7823-1348
or fast track
Hungary Visa Application Centre
South Soho Square
London
W1D 3EN
Web:
http://www.mfa.gov.hu/kulkepviselet/UK/en/mainpage.htm
Email info.schengen@vfshelpline.com
Visa Appointments: fast track 0871 376 2101 or online
or written request to the Embassy.

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements
Visa fee
Payment method
Other documents

Yes
Down load from website
2 passport sized colour photographs not older than 6
months
Recent 3 months bank statements, showing name and
address
Addressed to the Embassy of the Republic of Hungary,
London.
Valid tickets or certificates of reserved & prepaid
journeys
Yes
To the value of at least 30,000 and for the whole
period of stay in the Schengen area
Please see web page
Cash / debit / credit card / postal order / cash
Evidence of the purpose of the journey
Comments:
passport issued within 10 years before the submission of the visa application
If you are visiting family or friends you should provide a letter of invitation issued and
endorsed by the Office of Immigration and Nationality in Hungary or a letter of invitation
signed by the inviting person and two witnesses accompanied by the photocopy of their
passports and evidence of occupation or student status.
If you wish your passport to be returned to you by post you should submit a special
delivery prepaid self-addressed envelope.
Specific requirements (photocopies are also needed):
The specific requirements depend on the main purpose of travel, the length of intended
stay and the personal circumstances of the applicant. For more information please visit
the website of the Visa Application Centre (http://hu.vfsglobal.co.uk), the website of the
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Office of Immigration and Nationality (www.bmbah.hu) or the website of the European

Commission.
Please bear in mind that the consul may ask additional documents in any time during the
visa procedure as well as the applicants may be invited for personal interview to the
Consulate.
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2.11
ICELAND
Visas for Iceland are processed via the Royal Danish Embassy
Embassy Address

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements

Visa fee
Payment method
Visa Office
Embassy of Denmark
55 Sloane Street
London
SW1X 9SR
Telephone Number See 2.3
Web: http://iceland.embassyhomepage.com/
Visa Appointments See 2.3
At least 3 months longer than the visa applied for & one
copy
Yes
2 recent colour photo see web for details
Recent & one copy showing name and address, GBP
30.00 per day if staying with family/friends or hotel is
pre-paid otherwise GBP 50.00 per day
Recent, confirming course details
Proof of Where processing time is same day/24 hrs
Confirmed reservation for entire stay
Confirmation letter & one copy Covering at least GBP
20,000
Comments:
Visas for Iceland are processed via the Royal Danish Embassy
Applications for visas to Iceland should be submitted using the same procedure as for a visa
to Denmark. Please read the guidance and requirements for visas to Denmark. Please use the
application form on the Embassy of Denmarks website
If you are staying with family or friends they need to send you an original, recent, signed letter
of invitation stating duration of stay emails are not accepted.
If processing time is more than 24 hours you should submit a plastic Post Office delivery prepaid self-addressed envelope (small size to hold passport).
Please note: In individual cases, you may be required to provide additional documents.
Embassy rules and regulations can and do, very occasionally change overnight. The embassy
will not accept no responsibility for any such changes. Also, the embassy cannot, under any
circumstances, intercede or take responsibility for any transaction initiated directly between an
applicant and the embassy.
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2.12
ITALY
Embassy Address

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements
Visa fee
Payment method
Consulate General of Italy

Visa Section
136 Buckingham Palace Road
London
SW1W 9SA
Fax Number
020 7823 4449
Web www.esteri.it/visti
Email visti.londra@esteri.it
Or
VFS Joint Visa Application Centre
South Soho Square
London
W1D 3EN
http://it.vfsglobal.co.uk
Email info.ituk@vfshelpline.com
Helpline 0871 376 0023
At least 2 blank adjacent pages for the visa sticker
Yes
1 recent colour passport size
Last 3 months bank statements with minimum GBP
30.00 per day to cover period of stay
Addressed to the Consulate General of Italy, London
Fully paid return tickets
Fully booked hotel reservation or invitation letter by your
host in Italy, along with a copy of their valid ID.
Yes, with a minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros for the
intended stay
Check with Embassy/Consular Office
Check website
Comments:
You must submit originals and copies of all documents being submitted
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2.13
LATVIA
Embassy Address

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements

Visa fee See website
Embassy of Latvia
45 Nottingham Place
London
W1U 5LY
Telephone Number 020 731 200 40
Fax Number 020 731 200 42
Web: http://latvia.embassyhomepage.com/
Email embassy.uk@mfa.gov.lv
Visa Appointments 020 731 200 40
Visa Section Fax Number 020 731 200 42
Visa Section Email Address consulate.uk@mfa.gov.lv

Yes, and at least 8-12 weeks before travelling date
1 recent colour passport photo (check website for
specifications
Bank statement/travellers cheque of the last 3 months
showing approx 40 per day to cover the duration of
your visit.
To prove your student status
Or evidence of reservation of tickets
Must have pre-booked travel plans including
flight/ferry/train booking, plus booking for hotels, etc.
Minimum 30.000 EUR to cover entire period of stay in
Schengen area
Please Check with Embassy/Consular Section
Comments:
Self addressed special delivery envelope. This is so that the Embassy can post your
passport and / or documents back to you when a decision has been made and is available
from all post offices.
Copies of all documents provided. Generally you will be expected to take both originals and
copies of all your documents to your appointment with you.
Information on how to get to the Latvian Embassy and a map can be found on the Embassy
website. The nearest underground stations are Baker Street and Regents Park.
If you have a morning appointment, you will probably have to book overnight accommodation
in London to ensure that you arrive in time. Make sure you plan your route across London on
a map before you go. If your appointment is early in the morning, try and have a practice
walk of the route the day before your appointment. You will not be seen or offered a later
appointment if you miss your slot.
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2.14
LITHUANIA
Embassy Address

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements
Visa fee
Payment method
Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania

Lithuania House, 2 Bessborough Gardens
Westminster, London
SW1V 2JE
Fax Number 020 7592 2864
Web http://www.lithuanianembassy.co.uk/
TWO blank pages for the visa sticker
No
2 recent passport sized photographs
Recent, confirming attendance.
Or other documents proving country of final destination
Or approved invitation
Minimum 30.000 EUR to cover period of stay
54.00 (correct as of 03/2012)
Cash or by card
Comments:
No pre-arranged appointment is needed, however all documents must be submitted by an
applicant in person.
The travel document submitted together with visa application may be collected after 2 weeks.
If you prefer to receive your travel document by post, the prepaid "Special Delivery" envelope
with delivery address should be provided together with the visa application.
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2.15
LUXEMBOURG
For a visa pack please ring the Embassy
Embassy Address

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements
Visa fee
Payment method
Embassy of Luxembourg
Consulate Section
27 Wilton Crescent
London
SW1X 8SD
Fax Number 020 7235 9734
Web http://londres.mae.lu/en
Email londres.amb@mae.etat.lu
Yes, book by telephone.
2 passport size photographs
Recent showing name and address with enough funds to
cover your stay
Confirming attendance
or confirmed onward journey
Confirmed hotel booking
To cover the time of your proposed stay
Sterling equivalent to 60.00 (price correct as of
03/2012)
Cash only
Comments:
If you are staying with a friend you need an official letter of invitation from your host as proof of
the purpose of your visit.
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2.16
MALTA
Embassy Address

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements
Visa fee
Payment method
Malta High Commission

Malta House
36-38 Piccadilly
London W1J 0LE
Telephone Number 0207 292 48021/4800
Fax Number N/A
Web http://www.foreign.gov.mt/default.aspx?MDIS=403
Email maltahighcommission.london@gov.mt
Visa Appointments 0207 292 4800 (between 2pm - 4pm)
Not less than 3 months
Please check with Embassy
Not less than 3 months remaining
Yes, book by telephone
Available online
2 passport-size photographs taken against a white
background
Recent showing name and address with enough funds
to cover your stay
Confirmation of attendance and address
or onward travel details
Confirmation of booking reservation
Covering at least 30,000
Sterling equivalent to 60.00 (price correct as of
03/2012)
Cash
Comments:
You must be in possession of documents providing evidence of the purpose and the conditions of
your planned visit to Malta and have sufficient means of support, both for the period of the
planned visit and return to the UK.
the purpose of your visit.
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2.17
THE NETHERLANDS
Embassy Address

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements

Visa fee
Payment method
Royal Netherlands Embassy

Consular Department
38 Hyde Park Gate
London SW7 5DP
Fax Number 020 7225 0947
Web http://www.dutchembassyuk.org/home/
Email lon@minbuza.nl
An appointment at the visa section of the Embassy can
be made on working days between 10:00-12:00am
If you have a new passport you must also submit your
old passport
2 blank pages for the visa sticker, cannot be older than
10 years, including extensions
Must be valid upon departure from Schengen area
Yes, please use phone number provided
Download from web pages
Two recent passport-size photographs, please see web
for standards
Recent showing name and address and a minimum
amount of 34.00 EUR (approx GBP 30.00) per person
each day of stay
Recent, confirming attendance
If this is your first trip you must also include travel
reservations
For your full period of stay in the Schengen area, and
including your credit card details. Must be in English or
Dutch.
Travel insurance policy covering medical have expenses
including emergency hospital treatment and repatriation.
The policy must been taken out with an insurance
company in the UK and provide cover for all Schengen
countries. Minimum cover: 30.000 EUR.
60 EUR (approximately 50-55).
Postal Order (payable to Royal Netherlands Embassy)
or cash
Comments:
If you are visiting a friend you need an Original proof of sponsorship
(http://www.dutchembassyuk.org/images/document/213.pdf) completed by the sponsor in the
Netherlands and legalized by the town hall, with a copy of the sponsor's passport, residence
permit and pay slips from the last 3 months
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2.18
NORWAY
Embassy Address (postal)
Temporary visitng address (visa collection):
Visa Appointments

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements
Visa fee
Payment method
Royal Norwegian Embassy

Consular Section
25 Belgrave Square
London
SW1X 8QD
Embassy of Sweden
11 Montagu Place
(entrance at 5 Upper Montagu Street)
London
W1H 2AL
Web http://www.norway.org.uk/Embassy/
E-mail: konsulat.london@mfa.no
Visa applications to the Embassy in London must be
lodged and paid for on the Internet using the secure visa
portal on the embassy website. Applicants can check
the status of their applications online.
Two blank pages for the visa sticker and stamp of border
control authorities
Appointments to submit supporting documents can be
booked on the portal
Use the portal
A recent passport size photo, please see webpage for
further recommendations
Confirming status/attendance
May be required, but it is recommended you do not pay
until visa is granted
You will be required to submit a travel plan outlining
where you intend to go/stay. Proof of booking will be
required if visa is granted. It is recommended that you
dont pay until you get your visa.
The policy must provide cover for all Schengen
countries. Minimum cover: 30.000 EUR.
60 EUR
Must be paid via online portal when submitting
application
Comments:
If relevant a signed, original letter of invitation (evidence of accommodation) (less than 3
months old), accompanied by a copy of your friend / family member's passport and
residence permit (if applicable) will be requires. Applicants may also be requested to submit
a GUARANTEE FORM signed by the sponsor in Norway. Please see website for further info.
Applicants who have had a visa from the Norwegian Embassy in London or the Consulate
General in Edinburgh before may either apply in person or send their supporting documents
by post / courier (after filling in the application form and paying the visa fee online).
Visas can be collected 11-12, with the exception of Wednesdays.
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2.19
POLAND
Embassy Address

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements

Visa fee
Payment method
Consulate General of the Republic of Poland

73 New Cavendish Street
London
W1W 6LS
Web www.londynkg.polemb.net
For visa questions only: london.visa@msz.gov.pl
At least 3 months longer than the visa applied for, must
be no more than ten years old
Yes, please book online when completing application
form
To be completed online https://secure.e-konsulat.gov.pl/
One recent passport photo, see web for specifications
Addressed to the Visa Section of the Polish Consulate
and including all information about your course,
attendance and intended period of leave/holidays taken
for your journey. Issued within one month of applying.
Readiness to depart is required
E-confirmation without proof of payment will not be
accepted
For the whole period of stay in the Schengen area, with
a minimum cover of 30,000 EUR The applicant should
submit a written confirmation from the insuring company
with information about the name of the insured person,
territorial validity of the insurance, exact dates and
amount of the coverage.
51
Cash, Postal Order or cheque payable to Embassy of
the Republic of Poland, must be sent same day as
application submitted
Comments:
If staying with friends you will need a formal invitation from your host in Poland. A formal
invitation (Zaproszenie) can be obtained by your host (person or institution) at the local
municipal office in Poland (Urzd Wojewdzki) in the place of residence of your host. Please
note, that the invitation made by email or by fax will not be accepted.
You will also need a copy of the passport of the inviting person. If the host is not a citizen of
Poland, the copy of Polish residence permit card is also required.
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2.20
PORTUGAL
Embassy Address

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements
School (Department)
Visa fee
Payment method
Portuguese Embassy
Consular Section
3 Portland Place
London
W1B 1HR
Visa Information 09065266600
Fax Number
020 7291 3799
Web www.secomunidades.pt/web/londres /
Email mail@cglon.dgaccp.pt
Passport valid for at least 3 months and photocopy of
passport and previous visa
Not stated
Valid for at least 3 months beyond the return date from
your trip
Please call embassy to clarify on this necessity
Complete application online
1 passport-size photograph
Recent showing name and address and funds covering
stay and return
Letter Required
Required
Required, or terms of responsibility if visiting friends
(please see website)
Minimum cover: 30,000 EUR
65 EUR
Please check with the Embassy
Comments:
Photocopies of all documents needed
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2.21
SLOVAKIA
Embassy Address

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements

Visa fee
Payment method
Embassy of Slovakia
25 Kensington Palace Gardens
London
W8 4QY
Fax Number 020 7313 6481
Web www.slovakembassy.co.uk
Email emb.london@mzv.sk
At least 3 months longer than the visa applied for, must
not be over 10 years old
Not stated
Yes, please call to book appointment. Applications must
be submitted in person.
One recent photograph (3 x 3.5cm)
Recent 3-6 months including month your application is
submitted and showing name and address. No stated
amount per day but must be sufficient. At border
crossings may be asked to demonstrates 56 EUR per
day
Recent original letter confirming student status, type and
hours of studies
Required
Will be required, or appropriate document of
accommodation that will be booked,
Covering up to at least 30,000 EUR, valid in all member
states
60 EUR
Please check with Embassy, not stated on website
Comments:
If you are visiting a friend you require an original letter of invitation verified by Slovak Alien Police
(Cudzineck polcia), which cannot be older than 90 days
You must submit originals and a copy of all documents
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2.22
SLOVENIA
Embassy Address
Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia

Consular Department
10 Cowley Street
London SW1P 3SH
Tel: +44 20 7227 9711 (during office hours)
Fax: +44 20 7222 5277
E-mail: vlo(at)gov.si
http://london.embassy.si/index.php?id=353&L=1

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements

Not stated
Yes, please request via email
One recent colour passport photo of good quality
Required to demonstrate applicant is student
Not stated
Voucher or confirmation from travel agency or hotel
Valid for the entire area for which the visa is applied for
and for entire stay
50
Cash only
Visa fee
Payment method
Comments:
You must provide photocopies if you wish for your original documents to be returned.
If you are visiting family or friends you must submit a completed, signed, original form of
guarantee (see website) from the person from Slovenia inviting you. This must be certified by
Local Administration Unit (Upravna Enota) or Notary.
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2.23
SPAIN
Embassy Address
Embassy of Spain
Consular Section
20 Draycott Place
London
SW3 2RZ
Tel: 020 7589 8989 (London)
016 12361233 (Manchester)
Fax Number 020 7581 7888
Web www.conspalon.org
Email coq.londres@mail.maec.es
To apply for visa go in person with photocopies (do not
send any documents or leave any original documents)
and an appointment will be sent to you via post see
comments.
Or
Visa Application Centre
South Soho Square
London
W1D 3EN
Visa appointments 0871 376 0023 or online
http://vfsglobal.co.uk

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements

TWO blank pages for the visa sticker
Yes
2 passport colour photographs glued to form
Recent 3 months showing name and address
Recent on letter headed confirming attendance
Confirmed return flight / travel tickets
Bookings in the applicants name or original, official letter
of invitation from the host issued by the Police in Spain
Visa fee
Payment method
Yes, UK issued only

Check with Embassy or Consulate
Credit/debit Card/postal order/Cash
Comments:
When requesting an appointment in person you should bring photocopies (please do not send
any documents or leave any original documents) with:
Cover letter with name, address and a day time telephone number
Passport, bio-data page
UK residency visa
Spouse or parent's passport, if applicable
Marriage certificate or Birth certificate, if applicable
Large self stamped addressed envelope
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If you are staying with friends or family you should submit an official letter of invitation
issued by the Police in Spain. Original documents and photocopies must be provided at
appointment.
You can only apply for Spanish Visa through the London Consulate if you reside in
one of the following counties: Avon, Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire,
Cambridgeshire, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Dyfed, Essex, Glamorgan (W M S),
Gloucestershire, Greater London, Guernsey, Gwent, Hampshire, Hereford & Worcester,
Hertfordshire, Jersey, Kent, Leicestershire, Norfolk, Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire,
Powys, Scilly Island, Somerset, Suffolk, Surrey, Sussex , Warwickshire, West Midlands,
Wight (Isle), Wiltshire.
You can only apply for Spanish Visa through the Manchester Consulate if you reside in one of
the following counties: Cheshire, Cleveland, Cumbria, Derbyshire, Durham, Humberside,
Lancashire, Lincolnshire, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Northumberland, Nottinghamshire,
Salop, Staffordshire, Tyne and Wear, Yorkshire, Clwyd, Gwynedd, Isle of Man and Northern
Ireland
Spanish Embassy accepts visa applications by previous appointment only. To arrange for your
appointment you need to phone 09065 540 714 (automated service and charged at 1 per
minute from BT landlines)
People without appointments will NOT be admitted at the Spanish Consulate.
A multiple entry Schengen visa will allow the holder several entries into the Schengen area,
allowing you to return to the UK and then re-enter the Schengen area at a later date.
Not all embassies issue multiple entry visas some prefer to only issue a single entry visa to
cover you for the specific trip you are going on.
Generally you need to have at least three months left on your UK immigration visa at the time
you return from your holiday. If for example your visa expires on 12 December 2010 you can
only apply for a visa up to 12 September 2010.
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2.24
SWEDEN
For a full visa pack please ring the Embassy
Embassy Address
Embassy of Sweden
11 Montagu Place
London
W1H 2AL
Telephone Number
020 7917 6413 / 6418 (visa info telephone hours are
14:00-15:00)
Fax Number 020 7724 4174
Web www.swedenabroad.com/Page____23302.aspx
Email ambassaden.london-visum@foreign.ministry.se
Visa Appointments Request by post enclosing copy of
passport and visa and self addressed stamped envelope
for your appointment letter
Not older than 10 years and at least 3 months longer

than the visa applied for.
Yes
Download from web pages
2 recent passport photographs see website
Recent showing name and address and showing
minimum funds of SEK 370 per day per person
confirming status/attendance
Covering 30,000 Euro, emergency treatment by a
doctor, urgent ambulance transportation, transportation
back to your home country/UK if required for medical
reasons
Equivalent to EUR 60
Cash, cheque or postal order

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements
Visa fee
Payment method
Comments:
the purpose of your visit and evidence of accommodation.
You must submit originals and copies of all required documents.
You should take a special delivery pre-paid self-addressed envelope with you for your passport to
be returned to you.
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Non-Schengen Applications
This section shows a select number of Embassies and their requirements for
applying for a visa:
3.1
IRELAND
Embassy Address
Embassy of Ireland
Visa Office
114a Cromwell Road
London
SW7 4ES
Fax Number
0207 589 8450
Web
http://www.embassyofireland.co.uk/home/index.
aspx?id=33732
Visa Enquiries 0906 6610197
(1.50 per minute)
Visit Visa Requirements

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements

Visa fee
Payment method

for
for
No, online visa application system
One original plus two copies to be sent
1 recent passport photo
Recent 3 months showing name and address
And a balance of at least 250 GBP. Lump sum
lodgements made shortly before your application
will not be considered.
Recent (within 4 weeks of applying) on headed
paper with full contact details, giving details of
your course and confirming that your intention to
return there following your visit to Ireland
Full details of reason for your visit (e.g. holiday,
visiting family/friends) should also be given
Postal Order/Bank Draft
Comments:
From 30 June 2008, all visa applicants resident in Great Britain and Northern Ireland
must apply for their visa through the online visa application service.
If you are staying with friends or family you will require an original up-to-date (dated
within 4 weeks of your application) signed letter of invitation including the address at
which you will be staying, confirming that accommodation will be provided for the duration
of your stay. You must also submit a copy of their passport and if a non EEA national a
copy of their current Irish permit (GNIB card and Immigration stamps) and details and
evidence of how you are known or related to your host.
If you are being financially supported by a spouse, partner or member of your family,
please see website for documents they should provide.
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3.2
USA
Embassy Address

Application form
Photographs
Bank Statements
Visa fee
Payment method
The Consular Information Unit

United States Embassy
24 Grosvenor Square
LONDON W1A 1AE
Telephone Number 09042 450100
(1.23 per minute)
Web http://london.usembassy.gov/nonimmigrantvisas.html
Visa Appointments 09042 450100
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months

after departure from the US
Yes
Form DS-156 must be completed online prior to
attending appointment
1 photo see website for requirements
Recent showing name and address and sufficient funds
to cover all expenses whilst in US
Recent
See Embassy website

Credit card at the time of scheduling the appointment see Embassy website for more information
Comments:
Evidence to show that you have a residence abroad to which you intend to return at the end of
your stay in the United States. This is generally established by evidence of family, professional,
property, employment or other ties and commitments to some country other than the United
States sufficient to cause you to return there at the conclusion of your stay.
Although we accept applications from anyone physically present in the United Kingdom, it is
often difficult for applicants who are not permanent residents in the United Kingdom to
demonstrate that they have sufficiently strong ties to a third country, as consular officers in
London have no way of verifying or evaluating information from other countries. If you are a
temporary resident of the United Kingdom, or are planning on travelling to the United Kingdom
specifically to apply for a visa, you may wish to consider applying for a visa in your country of
permanent residence where you will be best able to establish your qualifications for a visa.
(http://london.usembassy.gov/cons_new/visa/callcenter/add_tcns.html)
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FINDING EMBASSY INFORMATION

If you want to apply for a visa to visit a country not listed in this booklet you can check the web to
see if there is a website for their Embassy in the UK. If there is not a website, there will always be
an address which you can write to enclosing a self-addressed pre-paid envelope requesting the
documents and application form to apply for your visa.
If you are searching the web you simply need to enter the name of the country you are looking
for e.g. if you wanted to travel to Poland you would type in:
Embassy of Poland in London and then click on search.
A web site address for access to most countrys embassy website or address is:
www.embassyworld.com
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School (Department) Letter

Validity remaining on Passport

Evidence of Hotel booking

Joint Visa Application Centre

Validity remaining on Passport

Reference (Department) Letter

Embassy of the Czech Republic

Joint Visa Application Centre

Validity remaining on Passport

At least 3 months longer than the visa applied for

School (Department) Letter

Evidence of Hotel booking

Appointment needed for London office.

Validity remaining on Passport

At least 3 months longer than the visa applied for

Validity remaining on Passport

At least 3 months longer than the visa applied for; issued

French Consulate General

Validity remaining on Passport

Other Passport requirements

At least 3 months longer than the visa applied for, no

How to make Appointment

via TLScontacts website as above

To obtain the detailed list of documents relevant to the

documents) to TLScontact. This service is available to all regardless of nationality, type of

Validity remaining on Passport

Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany

See web for details:

Recent showing name and address

Hotel bookings covering all of your stay in the

Validity remaining on Passport

The Greek Consulate General

Embassy of the Republic of Hungary

Validity remaining on Passport

At least 3 months longer than the visa applied for

Office of Immigration and Nationality (www.bmbah.hu) or the website of the European

Validity remaining on Passport

School (Department) Letter

Validity remaining on Passport

Consulate General of Italy

Validity remaining on Passport

School (Department) Letter

At least 3 months longer than the visa applied for

Validity remaining on Passport

Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania

Validity remaining on Passport

Validity remaining on Passport

Malta High Commission

Validity remaining on Passport

Other Passport requirements

School (Department) Letter

Royal Netherlands Embassy

Temporary visitng address (visa collection):

Validity remaining on Passport

Royal Norwegian Embassy