If a European summer is on your mind, you should consider the wait times for a Schengen visa appointment. Although travel agents claim that the situation has improved significantly this year, some European countries still have lengthy wait times. As per travel agents, next open appointments for the Netherlands, Germany, France and Switzerland are between April and May, and Italy has little to no appointments available at now.
According to agents, nations such as Greece, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Budapest have appointments as early as March and April, but processing durations might range from four to eight weeks. Despite this, a few nations continue to process visas in a matter of days.
Here are six European nations that are currently offering fast visas:
1. Spain
According to travel agents, the country’s visa processing period is only about 2-3 days. Thus, if you apply for an appointment now, you may travel as soon as this month.
A completed Schengen visa application form, a recent passport-size color photo, a passport with at least three months’ validity and two blank pages, proof of funds for the trip, documents proving the reason for your visit and your intention to leave the Schengen area before your visa expires, proof of residence in the consular demarcation, and travel medical insurance.
The visa permits the holder to travel inside the Schengen area, but you must spend the most of your time in Spain.
2. Finland
According to the VFS website, the processing time is about 15 days. A completed Schengen visa application form, a three-month passport, travel medical insurance, proof of itinerary and accommodation, proof of employment/studies, proof of sufficient funds, and a valid residence permit.
The visa allows you to travel to other European nations. But, in order to apply for a visa, you must provide documentation of your maximum stay in Sweden.
3. Sweden
According to the VFS website, the processing time is about 20 days, but travel agents say you can have your visa in as little as two weeks.
A completed Schengen visa application, one photograph, your valid passport and previous passports, proof of accommodation, such as hotel reservations, a certificate from a travel agency confirming booking of an organized trip or your travel itinerary, return flight tickets, proof of funds, and overseas medical insurance.
The visa allows you to travel to other European nations. But, in order to apply for a visa, you must provide documentation of your maximum stay in Sweden.
4. Georgia
Visitors to Georgia can apply for an e-visa, which permits them to remain for 30 days. According to the official website, it will take about five working days.
A passport valid for at least six months, a personal cover letter describing the purpose of the visit, a return ticket, proof of lodging, two recent color pictures, your travel itinerary, and a bank statement demonstrating sufficient finances are all required.
The visa does not allow you to travel to other European nations. If you want to visit other countries, you must apply for a Schengen visa.
5. Armenia
Tourists can obtain an e-visa that is valid for 21 days. According to the official website, the processing time is about three working days.
A passport, a completed visa application, and a color photograph are required. It is strongly advised to include flying tickets, hotel bookings, an invitation letter, proof of financial means, travel health insurance, and passport pages carrying other visas.
Several European nations are not accessible with the visa.
6. Azerbaijan
Individuals entering Azerbaijan must get a 30-day e-visa. The processing time is around three days.
A valid passport, two color pictures, a personal cover letter, return airline tickets, proof of sufficient cash, proof of lodging, and a completed visa application form are required.
Several European nations are not accessible with the visa.
