Passport & Consular Services

What Documents Are Required When Applying for an Airport Transit Schengen Visa?

When applying for an Airport Transit Schengen Visa (ATV), the specific documents required may vary slightly depending on the country you are applying to and your individual circumstances. However, the following are typically required:

Completed visa application form: Fill out the visa application form accurately and completely. Some countries allow online submission, while others require a printed copy.

Valid passport: Your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond your planned date of exit from the Schengen Area. It should also have at least two blank pages for visa stamps.

Recent passport-sized photographs: Provide two or three color photographs that meet the specific requirements of the country you are applying to. The photographs should be taken within the last three to six months.

Proof of onward travel: Submit a copy of your confirmed onward travel itinerary, which includes details of your flight out of the Schengen Area. This could be a flight ticket or a travel reservation.

Valid visa for your final destination (if applicable): If you are required to have a visa for your final destination outside the Schengen Area, provide a copy of that visa.

Proof of visa for the country of destination (if applicable): If you are required to have a visa for the country you are transiting to within the Schengen Area, provide a copy of that visa.

Valid residence permit (if applicable): If you are residing in a country other than your country of citizenship and hold a residence permit, provide a copy of the permit.

Travel insurance: Provide proof of travel insurance that covers medical expenses, emergencies, and repatriation. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your transit through the Schengen Area.

Additional supporting documents: Depending on your circumstances, you may be required to provide additional documents such as proof of employment, financial statements, accommodation bookings, or a letter explaining the purpose of your transit.

It’s important to note that these requirements can vary between countries and individual circumstances. Therefore, it is advisable to contact the embassy or consulate of the country where you plan to apply for the ATV to get the most accurate and up-to-date information on the required documents.

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