Amazing!! You are doing a fantastic Job!! Have one query - I am planning to Vist France for 4 days ( bookings are done) and then after a month planning visit Germany ( bookings are done). In the video ( Section Your Stay) at 2:55. How do i proceed here. Number of entries requested - Multilple. Number of stays planned in France for the coming year - 2? If yes, then where am i showing Germany.? or do i have mention it on cover letter? Thanks in advance!
Hi 👋 you are right, no of entries : multiple. No of stays planned in France:2, To show that you are going to Germany you will have to submit the document proofs during your appointment and add info in your cover letter. I highly recommend the cover letter in this situation. Look at my cover letter video for more info if you need help. I have a sample attached of n the description of the video. Hope it helps.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 Thanks for your response. Yeah I have seen the video on cover letter and found it useful. I will go ahead mentioning the details of Germany tour in Cover letter along with documentations ( Hotel Booking & Travel booking). Keeping fingers crossed.. :)
@@thecouplenextdoor777 Hi, seeking your guidance w.r.t travel ticket booking for Germany. I have done booking for France ( accommodation & travel) and showing the same along with other documents. However for Germany I have only booked accommodation and showing the booking confirmation letter. Am thinking on what to do for Travel tickets for Germany. Should I show the Dummy tickets for Germany or should I book actual tickets. If dummy then which website should use. Are dummy tickets valid for VISA. I have my appointment early next week with French Consulate. Thanks in advance.
HI@@SkyGamer1101 I would suggest 2 things and also tell my own experience. 1. Maybe just add in the cover letter that you are waiting to book the tickets as the costs are high right now etc but mentioned that you have secured accommodation. 2. Book tickets from Eurostar they have free cancellation, this will improve your case for multi entry visa. I haven't booked tickets from dummy websites so not sure on that. From my own experience we didn't provide the second trip bookings but surprisingly we still got a 6 months visa the first time we applied. Hopefully this is helpful.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 Thanks for your reply. Nice suggestion. Let me also give a try - saying accommodations are booked and flights will book later. Also lucky you.. got 6 months visa in First go !!
@@thecouplenextdoor777 can i know one thing from you.,,, i did a France application but i put the travel date worng which is not really my holiday, so that now if i want to change the date of travel is it will be possible,,, important thing is that, i Didn't submit the application to the bfs i just applied online.. Even Didn't book the solt as well as now waiting for solve this mistake. What should i do now please if you know something tell me aboute it.
I couldn't get past the guidelines sections but got through after almost giving up...my page looks very different to yours but using the exact directions you've given
Hi 👋 try this video from 2024. It had latest updates. It’a in my videos if you can’t click this link. th-cam.com/video/H5nibU0TUYQ/w-d-xo.htmlsi=XC9bsFpCu53_Y-My
Hi maim 1:29 kindly please tell me u didn't tell us which travel document number we have to put in TRAVEL DOCUMENT NUMBER!?? Is it passport number please tell me...
Hi, so I'm also applying for France visa right now but for some reasons at 1:17 , I don't have an option to select France and under the 'Place of submission of application', it said that 'In the United Kingdom, France is represented by the following country: Monaco'. I'm so confused right now. Do you know how to fix this? Thank you.
Hi! Could you try opening the website in a incognito browser mode. I have heard a lot of people complaining about dropdown issues like this. But they were able to select and go ahead later. I hope this helps.
Hi 👋 If you are not staying overnight and just visiting for the conference, then you can provide conference details, passes, tickets etc. Add a cover letter and an itinerary (with time and conference location). It will help the visa officers understand that you will be there only during the day and leave afterwards.
Hi 👋 I would suggest two options 1. Call the support centre and ask about this 2. Use your given name in the last name field too and explain that you don’t have a last name in the cover letter.
@@mahakmanzoor hi 👋 We had provided only the first trip bookings, but in our cover letter we mentioned reg the second trip and that we will book it closer to the dates. Hope this helps
@thecouplenextdoor777 what's is reg?? I am struggling to find appointments for londoCentrere. Couldn't find any everyday I am checking. If we added london centre in our main application For appointments. Can we book another centre like manchester if we haven't included the same one in our main application
@@mahakmanzoor hi 👋 we haven’t tried that, a friend tried Edinburgh two years back and got the visa couriered back to London. But some centre’s don’t allow. I guess you can include Manchester but you will have to go back to collect your passports later. That could be difficult and it won’t be cost efficient too. Also some centres like Edinburgh courier the passports back to your home location, so if that facility is present you should check. (I am basing this on the information from two years back) so please check once. Hope this helps!
One quick question, there is a field details of our identity in the application form. Shouldn't we should include UK Resident permit number if soneone is indian National and Uk Resident?
For me everything is clear except accommodation part. You said to book accommodation before an appointment day but what were supposed to fill in the initial online application form? Please can anyone explain this to me
@@Hazeltamang4191 hi 👋 you can create the first application with a date that you feel you might travel on . Use a free cancellation accommodation booking till you don’t get a visa. (This is just to be safe incase they reject your visa) But at most times with successful visa you will be able to travel, so you can use original accommodation bookings too if you have one. Let me know if this helps or if you need more guidance.
Hi 👋 There won’t be any issues as such but they recommend you submit the form only when you have got an appointment. Sometimes the finding appointments take a lot of time and later you might wanna fill the form again and change dates etc. then you will have to create a new account as this account will have your passport number in use in a submitted yet active form.
Hi 👋 it’s a frequently asked question. We filled out application once with random dates and while submitting the flight details we had a different date. They understand that plans can change, using cover letter to explain why your plans have changed would be good.
Hi 👋 I am getting this question from a lot of people. France has no slots at all. You could apply to different embassy to get schengen visa. Don’t wait for French embassy slots.
Hello dear I made a mistake I clicked the Submit to visa center button without making appointment first. And now when I try to make appointment I can’t find any available slot.. is there anything that I need to do? Since I already clicked the submit button? Thanks
Hi 👋 I don’t think there is any problem if you have completed the submission ( they recommend you to ideally book appointment first). But am sure you will have the FRA number to make appointments with you anyway. I have never been in this situation before, but if I was I would just call the customer support and ask about it. The reason you are not seeing any slots is because there are no slots. I was trying myself two days back and saw no available slots 😔 So its not coz you have submitted, the France appointment has gone wild with summer approaching.
Thanks for your reply dear. This is actually my 2nd time to apply I just accidentally clicked the submit button. I hope it won’t make any issues because I clicked the submit button without booking an appointment yet..
Thanks for the detailed explanation… 😊 I got a question - while applying can we just buy travel insurance for only the first visit even though we intend to do multiple visits or do we need to buy travel insurance for a longer period to make sure we get visa extended for 6 months?
Hi 👋 am glad you liked the video. Regarding the insurance duration, what I have observed is that if you provide a longer insurance you have a higher chance of getting a long validity visa (6months- if applying for first time via France) else the visa validity is less (3months). So my recommendation would be to at-least show 6 months worth insurance coverage.
Hi, not getting the visit appointment slots ( France VISA Application). Any suggestions when to check for appointment slots ( what time should i login to find appointment). Thanks!
thank you so much! you were very clear on the entire process. Made it less daunting tbh. Amazing work! can i ask, is there an option to self-upload the supporting documents? Or you just bring all of that on the appointment day?
Hi 👋 thanks for your kind words! That’s is such a good question and I hope someday the website creates that option. Right now there is now way to upload the docs unfortunately.
Hey, great video! I had a quick question. Since BRPs are expiring from 31 Dec 24, should we put the share code in the French visa application form along with the actual expiry dates of our visa instead of the BRP number and its expiry date? Thanks!
This is the best have ever seen on TH-cam such precised explanation thank You. I am a student and living with my family in uk...the same process I must follow if I am applying in addition I should be submitting my confirmation letter from university?
Hi there! Thankyou so much. Yes you have to follow the same process. The only difference would be your financial proofs i.e bank balance, your university letter/details (intent to return) i.e a recent letter from the school, college or university within the UK, that states the type of study, course etc. Hope this helps.
Hi, I am trying to fill out the application , but not sure what to put down for Residence permit no. or equivalent as i am filling it out for my wife, she has a indefinite leave to remain for uk, but was issued in 2010, but the date for the application only goes back to 2014, should i leave it blank as it's not marked as * are obligatory.
Also on the application it states - If you are not a national of the UK: proof that you are legally resident in that country (e.g. Biometric residence permit) and if applicable proof that you are in the process to renew it or proof that your residency permit has been extended:written confirmation from UKVI of your “immigration status” allowing you to stay beyond the date indicated on your BRP card. In the latter case, the applicant has to get a share code from UKVI in order for the Consulate of France to check the immigration status.
@@Phendu hi 👋 You have to submit a proof that allows her to stay in the UK, is there a online share code that you can submit to prove her immigration status?
hi! If you don't have pay slips, consider providing other strong evidence of your financial capability, such as: 1. Bank Statements: Submit recent bank statements showing a stable financial situation. 2. Sponsorship Letters: If someone is sponsoring your trip, include a sponsorship letter along with their financial documents. 3. Tax Returns: Presenting tax returns for the past years can demonstrate your financial stability. You could also call up the customer support to ask more around this if they have any other solution. I would do that if I were you. Hope this helps.
Im planning to go to Morocco from UK by car but I need a Schengen Visa. I will stay for a month in Morocco but only 5 days in total in France. Do I need to get a transit Visa ? And how do I explain this please?
Hi 👋 you would need a visa from Morocco, and as Morocco is not a Schengen country you would need a Schengen visa from France. Use this video to apply it. If you are entering France first on the way to Morocco add that detail is your cover letter and itinerary. Let me know if you have more questions. If you find my videos and replies informative consider using super thanks on my videos. It will help me keep going. Thanks 🙏
@@nouhaylakoia6272 hi 👋 you would need to apply tourist visa. As you will be staying longer. (5days) Well there is no specific guideline on the amount but you should have at-least 100£-150£ per person per day in my opinion. Showing more is always beneficial. Hope this helps
Hi! I didn’t quite understand the question. But If you are only applying for a minor you must provide your visa status proofs, consents for the minor, and parents need to accompany the minor to the appointment in person. The whole process still remains the same with all proofs to be submitted during the appointment.
Im a bit confused about the copy of the passport bit.... Do you have to take a copy of EVERY page in the passport OR every page that has a stamp/sticker on it. It seems a bit tedious/pointless if you take a copy of pages that contain nothing. Please confirm
Hi Anwar. I agree to your point. To be honest we also just took the front and back copies but the officer on the appointment day said he needed scans of all the pages. (As our passport had different stamps and other visas). He charged us extra at the centre for making copies of all the remaining pages. So I would recommend taking scans of all the pages that have visas or stamps. Hope this helps!
@@thecouplenextdoor777 Thank you- it's a money making system at the VFS center and they contradict themselves as to what the website says. I took a photo copy of every page of the passport at home for my mrs and we went to the appointment in Birmingham. At the appointment, the lady said that next time do not photo copy every page etc etc. I think they play a scheme to make people pay extra for all of their services at the center. Anways, mrs got her Schengen visa yesterday after 2 week. :)
Hi 👋 where do you want to visit? The France embassy has no slots at the moment. But you could try Estonia or Greece embassy, they seem to have appointments. I still feel next month will be a bit tricky.
Thanks for such a detailed video. Quite helpful. I have a question about supporting documents.. travel support documents are required only during the appointment day? I don't need to prepare those during filling application
Thanks 🙏 Yes the travel support documents are only needed on the day of the appointment. I would highly recommend to at least keep some dates ready in your head as you would need to add date to enter the Schengen area in the application form . Bookings should be for that date or after.
Hello, I’ve been asked to provide “if you have an official travel document, a note verbale is required. Please help me as I don’t understand what this is ?
@@thecouplenextdoor777 such a great informative video thanks for that. just quick one if you can book hotel after appointment booked then what should i put in hotel details section when i filled application form please ?
Hi 👋 You just need to fill in details of France stay and number of days you will be in France 🇫🇷 When you submit flight tickets just submit the France and Italy bookings. They will understand.
@@gaggudhaliwal7669 hey! Haha okay! That’s fine, so you are allowed to apply to an embassy if it’s your first port of entry or your longest stay. So don’t worry about that. You are covered as you will enter via France.
@@FarasatullahKhan-o6o hi 👋 If you have no income and your parents will support you for the trip then you need to show their bank statement, and financial proofs , your relation to them and also produce a letter written by them saying they will support you financially for the trip, food, accommodation, travel etc
What finace documents need for my spouse if she not employee please guide me and air ticket and accommodation is compulsory booking before fill the application form
@@GursewakSingh-h3q hi 👋 Yea travel booking is compulsory (flight,bus,train,ferry), also accommodation(hotel,hostel,airbnb). You can book tickets after the application form is submitted too, just make sure to add the right dates in it as per your booking. For your spouse if she is not working: - marriage certificate or a proof showing she is your wife - sponsorship letter stating you will sponsor her trip - your bank statements (keep enough balance for 2 people) - your pay slips - any other financial means
Hey- I know this been posted some time and hope you reply but needed some advice. So I’ve recently moved address and my payslip has my old address. Will this be an issue if my bank statement have the correct address? As I’ll be unable to change as I’m needing this very soon.
@@876LRx hi 👋 add the address related detail in cover letter as well saying that my pay slips have old address and my current address is on bank statements. You could also give a electricity bill proving your address align with bank address. But a cover letter explaining this should be enough. Hope this helps!
Hi 👋 if your husband doesn’t have a Schengen visa already and you both will travel together then you will have to fill his application too along with yours to apply for the visa
Hello, I’ve been asked to provide “if you have an official travel document, a note verbale is required. Please help me as I don’t understand what this is ?
Hello! I am sorry I don’t have in dept information on this request. I looked it up and found this link, hopefully it’s helpful to you www.schengenvisainfo.com/official-visits/#:~:text=Document%20that%20show%20who%20and,your%20expenses%2C%20should%20be%20submitted.
HI, second my query is w.r.t Surname & Given Name on Passport. There is no Surname and hence I have filled the Given Name in Surname Section of Application. However this logic is not working when am filling the required form on TLS Contact Site for booking the appointment. Here both the fields are mandatory viz. Surname & Given Name. What should I fill in Surname to move ahead?
Hi 👋 In my opinion for this situation you should ring up the support phone number mentioned on the website. They will be able to answer this hopefully. But if nothing works out I would fill FN ,LN as the given name. I mean the same name in both fields on both applications. I know you probably have filled the first application already. Hope one of the two solutions work for you. Thanks 🙏(please let me know how it goes)
@@thecouplenextdoor777 Yeah.. I have written to TLS ( as Saturday & Sunday they dont work). Will ring them up on Monday for this Query. W.r.t First Application - I have entered the complete name in the Field - . And was able to move ahead by keeping the . Surely will let you know on the response from TLS w.r.t this query for the appointment form ( upon getting a resolution). There can be two possible options - 1st - which you mentioned to fill same name in both fields and 2nd - can be putting "-" in Surname section. However definitely will update once get a response, so that you can help others ( which in my view - you are doing an amazing work).
@@thecouplenextdoor777 have got a response via email to my query from TLS Contact, which says - "In Your Surname fill it with your First name again". So yeah, Your suggestion was correct. Thanks once again! Have one more query - if you can guide. What should i enter in Current Job section for my spouse on Dependent VISA in UK. Currently not working. So should i select " No Profession" or "Unemployed"?
@@SkyGamer1101 Great Thanks! Good to know reg the solution they provided. For your question, Unemployed is the most straightforward and accurate option if the person is not currently employed. Homemaker/Retired/Other could be few more options. Hope this helps!
Hii. I would like to know about how to apply for family with a child .what are documents needed. And how to apply for them.the same process do for them
Hi 👋 All the proofs that is mentioned in the video is for adults and for the child you will need the application form, passport , photos, birth certificate and parental consent for travelling. Hope this helps!
Hi 👋 that is interesting. I filled the form a month back for myself and I could see France as option. I see a lot of new issues in the portal align with no appointment availability 😔
Can you please tell me I have to put yes or no in the case of fingerprint because last year I visited Netherland and they took mine fingerprint but this time I want to apply for France so which option I have to choose for fingerprint yes or no??
Hi 👋 They only allow you to enter the fingerprints from the same country if I remember correctly. I could be wrong. If they allow you to add it go ahead.
Hello, very helpful video. Thank you. Can you please clear one doubt of mine, if I request for multiple entries visa like you showed, will I have to provide the bookings, itinerary etc. only for my first visit or for more than one/two visits ?
Hi 👋 We showed the proofs only for the first trip and requested multiple entry. But added a cover letter mentioning we would do future trips and would book closer to the trip date.
@@mahakmanzoor In my case, I just mentioned in the cover letter that I will be doing future trips to other countries as well. And did not give any dates or counties names etc.
Hi 👋 if you already have a schengen visa you could use that to visit Sweden ideally. That would be the best solution. But tie you want to apply Sweden visa directly then you need to use the vfs portal. I looked up a little and found this following info: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/sweden/entry-requirements#:~:text=You%20can%20travel%20without%20a,to%20visit%20family%20or%20friends Hope this helps!
How to provide proof of the UK visa as the current BRP card expires 31 Dec 2024 and new evisa system has been applied? Also, are there any reliable third party agents who can help get Schengen Visa appointment slot if there are no dates available anytime soon?
@@SamirKRT786 hi 👋 When are you planning to apply? You can use the online share-code to show how long you can live and work in the UK. Hope this helps.
First of all ..thank you for such a wonderful video..after searching finally found a video which is helpful rather than a podcast..u get like and a subscribe..😊 ..i need 1 help..please let me know when i am trying to book appointments there are no available slots and getting only 2 week dates..cant proceed after that..
@@TheNayabsVlogs hi 👋 I don’t think you can delete an appointment online yourself but maybe call the customer support and they can help with it manually from their end.
Hii there Your videos are useful. Kindly guide how to apply for first time . And when to upload cover letter and about travel insurance as well . Many thanks
Hello very helpful video thank u but I have a question I live in uk and I have brp I want to travel with my husband to France (he is British nd my sponsor ) what I should need for documents??
@@MarwaEl-l7m hi 👋 You would need his bank statements, Employment letter and a sponsorship letter from him stating he would cover all your financial needs during the trip.
Is the bank statements and payslips need to be in your name or you can use your husband’s one ? And I’m not working my husband working so what should I put in the section? Please
Hi 👋 you would need to add a financial sponsorship letter written by your husband, that he will support you for travels. Yes you will have to provide his bank statement and payslips too.
Thanks for the detailed video, very helpful. I had a quick query apart from main applicant documents what are all the mandatory documents required for applicants spouse and infant. Could you please let me know. Thanks.
Hi 👋 Glad the video has been helpful. I have addressed which docs are required at 7:19 in the video. But to summarise Passport copy, original BRP, accommodation booking, travel bookings, employment letter, pay slips, bank statements, health insurance, cover letter. For the infant provide any docs that is relevant- birth certificate, parental consent letter, parents passport.
Hello, super video, i have a question, I am not planning to go to france due to date issues, I plan to go to Prague as first port entry for 5 days and Austria 6 days ( exit point ) My question is which website shall i go to fill the form for prague vistor visa and is it thru VFS or some other site ? Totally confused :l pls help 🎉
Hello please when it gets to to the question if my fibger print has been taken for schengen visa..i click No but the next question says i should put in my VISA 1 date of validity..nd its compulsory so am not able to skip it..nd i dont understand ut also..can u help
Hi Vinay! That’s a tricky situation to be in at the moment as there are no appointments available. A friend rang up the embassy and they said the that the demand is really high and that there are no slots with France embassy. I suggest to use other embassies for schengen visa. France appointment seems to be going crazy with the olympics happening there 😰
@@vinaygupta5760 Hi! I believe you have done Step 1 and Step 4 from below? Step 1: Visa Application form filling Step 2: Use FRA from Step 1 to create an appointment form in TLS Step 3: Book and appointment slot Step 4: Go to Step 1 application form and submit it. You should still be able to create a form in TLS and book a slot with the FRA number I believe. I haven’t been in this situation before but I don’t think you will face any problems. Let me know still!
Hi, Thanks for the detailed video. Just a query. If I want to travel first to Paris for 3days and then from paris to Amsterdam for another 2days, where to enter the accomodation details of Amsterdam? The french visa form only has the option to enter one hotel information. Thanks in advance.
Hi! On the application, you would need to enter only the France specific details if you are applying the visa from french embassy. The itinerary will show them your day wise plan anyway. So you can submit the travel and hotel booking proofs to amsterdam along with other proofs that you submit. Hope this helps, let me know if you have any other doubts.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 Thanks for the information. So just to confirm, the section where I need to enter the details of my stay like the expected date of arrival in the schengen area and expected date of departure from the schengen area would be dates for France only, right? This section also asks about information whether I would be travelling to and staying in any other schengen country or not. I have mentioned Netherlands there as of now. Is this okay? Or do I not need to mention it here?
Thank you so much this is so helpful. I already got my tickets since January and i didnt apply for schegen visa which i am stucked currently. Its painful that i had wasted so much time. I planned on going to Paris for 2days and after the 2days then move to italy do i need to apply for single entry or multiple entry?
Hello, I am trying to find an appointment slot since last but I couldn't find any availability. Also not sure at what time TLS/Embassy release these slots. I tried checking the appointment with other Schengen countries as well, but I couldn't find. Did you know anything about this?
Hello Balaji! I faced the same issue last year. I learnt to look for slots in advance. So if you are planning a trip in December 2023. I suggest you create an application 3 months before, and try to find slots once in two days. I also wrote an email to the application support but they weren’t very helpful. this year the situation is particularly bad as there are many long weekends in the UK and many people want to travel.
@@shristyshrivastava5466 No, I stopped trying. I think now it's difficult to get an appointment during this summer , maybe we could get an appointment from Oct-Jan.
We have a seafarer who is going to be working onboard a vessel in Spain and we are trying to establish which type of visa to apply for.
For clarity - he will be flying from the UK and joining and departing the vessel via the mainland in Spain. This will be done either be port-call or by helicopter. The vessel itself will be working outside the 12 mile zone.
Our employee is a Nigerian national but has the right to live and work in the UK. Can you advise if he will need to apply for a Schengen Transit visa for Seafarers or if he will be allowed to enter under the 90/180 ruling.
Hi there! I am not an expert in this area, but I can tell you what I know but you should still reach out to the consulate. In general, seafarers joining or leaving a vessel in Spain and working outside the 12-mile zone may need to apply for a Schengen Transit visa for Seafarers. This visa allows transit or entry for joining or departing a vessel. However, it's best to consult with the Spanish embassy or consulate or seek professional advice for accurate and up-to-date information based on the individual's nationality and circumstances. The 90/180 rule for short stays may not apply in this case. Thanks
Thank you I have written my first name and surname same as my passport but don’t write my surname at birth in my application when I was booking appointments tls didn’t allow me to ignore surname at birth then I wrote it down. Now I’m so sad because I didn’t wrote it in my application hope this will not be a problem?
@@luckypallu hi 👋 1. Regarding the bank, yes you must show some amount in your account. Each country has different requirements but to be safe keep 300 -500 euros per day. So if you are travelling for a week it would be good to show 7*400 euros or so. This is what we follow, but you can always showing more is always better. 2. Regarding accommodation, If you are staying with your friend then submit a letter from your friend who is hosting you.
Hi there, I’m planning to apply for a Schengen visa for Portugal, and I have a question about the duration of the visa they grant. If I submit a plan for a one-week trip along with flight tickets, will they issue the visa just for one week, or is it possible to receive it for up to 90 days?
Hi 👋 Apologies for the late reply. It’s case to case basis. If you are looking for a long terms visa mention other plans in the cover letter, still doesn’t guarantee long term visa but it’s worth the shot. Most often if you apply for the first time they can give you less duration or a single entry.
Hi. Very helpful video. My query is I have applied for 3ppl in my family. Do they need to take 3 separate photocopies of travel, accomodation and travel insurance or can carry just one for the group? Also among them is a 3 year old kid. Are kids not allowed inside the visa centre in UK? TIA
Hi! Glad you found the video useful. The visa officers create files for each person so they will want copies for each file. So take three copies. We took one copy of the travel insurance and they made a copy there and charged us a small amount. I am sure the kid must be allowed to go in. Hope this helps!
Hi should i have to actually book flight and of the same date and also reservation of the stay before entering the details. Or it is just to fill. I can make my plans later after receiving visa
Hi 👋 Very valid question. I would not suggest booking flights till you have your visa. I have quick video about booking refundable tickets and accommodation if you need help. But to answer your question, if you are booking tickets use the same date while filling the form. But if you are not able to book while filling the form use any date and after you have booked the flights add reasoning in a cover letter about change if travel dates. This will help to inform the visa officers about the difference in dates.
@thecouplenextdoor777 unfortunately i booked the tickets for paris. 2-5 September. And I'm now unable to get appointment for france. Can you please help me what to do now
@@MishalAsim-i3c hi 👋 the France embassy has very high demand for Olympics I guess. Maybe get a visa from another country like Greece. They have appointment slots.
Hi 👋 this so very frequently asked question. But there is no specific guidelines for a specific amount from embassies. It would also depend on how many days you will be in the Schengen area. Let me share my experience, for 3 day trip to Paris for the two of us (me and my husband) we showed 1000£. The more you show the better, we try to show 1000£ for short trips of 3-4 days. Hope this helps.
Hi, I had just completed the online application and also booked my accommodation on the 21 april but when i went to book an appointment it said no slots available. What should i do now?
Hello 👋 I would say if you are travelling in July, you must apply now. Ideally the whole process appointment and stamping and passport return can take upto 14 days. So have a good buffer. I always apply with 30 days buffer sometimes more.
You should submit a legit booking, as you need to submit the booking details too. Use a free cancellation hotel booking if you aren’t sure about accommodation yet. Booking.com has many options.
Thank you for your helpful video. Do I have to apply for each country Poland, Germany, Estonia or is there single Schengen Visa for all accepted areas? Thank you so much again for your hekp :)
Hi 👋 If you apply for a Schengen visa from Poland you will get access to the whole Schengen area with that visa. So to answer your question, you don’t need to apply to each Schengen country individually. I recommend you to apply to the Schengen country you want to go to first and then use that visa to travel other countries inside the Schengen area. Hope this helps
HI Can i change travel dates and itinerary once the application has already been submitted for FRANCE schengen visa , or do i have to delete that application and start a new one? also they have mentioned norway , sweden giving 3-4 days visa acceptance process since france is delayed and no slots avialabale. Is it alright to apply for norway visa in order to get schengen visa earliest. thank you
Hi Ketki! Yes you can. When we filled our visa application last year we filled it in with a date and the visas were granted after that date (our flights tickets were for a past date). Also another friend recently filled the form with different dates in the form and had a different date ticket. He had called up the visa centre to modify it, to which they said “let the visa officer know on the day of your appointment , they can add a note or maybe also change the dates as required”. Don’t cancel your appointment , go with it! Hope this helps. Reg the other embassy schengen visa, I don’t have experience with other embassies but a few of my friends applied to other embassies and have got their visas too. So it would be wise to do that as France slots are being a pain at the moment.
Hi!! If I made an application mistakenly with single entry and booked appointment. Can I make another application for multiple enteries and use the same appointment for greece.
Hi 👋 interesting question. I haven’t been in this situation so far, as far as I know you cannot edit the application again and the application Ref number is tagged to your appointment date which can’t be changed. I urge you to call the contact support number and tell them your issue. If there is not solution probably add a cover letter with a little saying you need multiple entry instead of single. But I still feel you should call the contact support and get their advice. Let me know how it goes. Good luck 🤞
Hi 👋 The first trip proofs are more important. And if you have all the bookings ready for the other ones you could still submit it. It’s not really necessary. You could submit a cover letter informing you would do more trips this year etc
@@thecouplenextdoor777 can you please help me that I got refusal from Spain embassy and the reason they gave me that the information submitted regarding the justification for the purpose and conditions of the intended stay was not reliable. Can you please tell me how to solve this issue?
Amazing!! You are doing a fantastic Job!!
Have one query - I am planning to Vist France for 4 days ( bookings are done) and then after a month planning visit Germany ( bookings are done). In the video ( Section Your Stay) at 2:55. How do i proceed here. Number of entries requested - Multilple. Number of stays planned in France for the coming year - 2? If yes, then where am i showing Germany.? or do i have mention it on cover letter?
Thanks in advance!
Hi 👋 you are right, no of entries : multiple. No of stays planned in France:2, To show that you are going to Germany you will have to submit the document proofs during your appointment and add info in your cover letter. I highly recommend the cover letter in this situation. Look at my cover letter video for more info if you need help. I have a sample attached of n the description of the video. Hope it helps.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 Thanks for your response. Yeah I have seen the video on cover letter and found it useful. I will go ahead mentioning the details of Germany tour in Cover letter along with documentations ( Hotel Booking & Travel booking). Keeping fingers crossed.. :)
@@thecouplenextdoor777 Hi, seeking your guidance w.r.t travel ticket booking for Germany.
I have done booking for France ( accommodation & travel) and showing the same along with other documents. However for Germany I have only booked accommodation and showing the booking confirmation letter. Am thinking on what to do for Travel tickets for Germany. Should I show the Dummy tickets for Germany or should I book actual tickets. If dummy then which website should use. Are dummy tickets valid for VISA.
I have my appointment early next week with French Consulate.
Thanks in advance.
HI@@SkyGamer1101 I would suggest 2 things and also tell my own experience. 1. Maybe just add in the cover letter that you are waiting to book the tickets as the costs are high right now etc but mentioned that you have secured accommodation. 2. Book tickets from Eurostar they have free cancellation, this will improve your case for multi entry visa.
I haven't booked tickets from dummy websites so not sure on that.
From my own experience we didn't provide the second trip bookings but surprisingly we still got a 6 months visa the first time we applied. Hopefully this is helpful.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 Thanks for your reply. Nice suggestion. Let me also give a try - saying accommodations are booked and flights will book later.
Also lucky you.. got 6 months visa in First go !!
Thank you very much for your guidance.. I followed the same steps and successfully got the Schengen visa.
@@bharathdhage1139 wow great 👍
Am glad the video was helpful 😇
Please do you pay your visa fee online during the application or during your appointment
I was unable to book an appointment
Thanks a lot, very well made. You have a bright career ahead of you in youtube if that's what you like.
Thankyou! You are very kind ☺️
i just fall in love with your fluenc English speaking ❤ you are the best describer in this platform. 🎉❤ take love.
Thank you 😊
@@thecouplenextdoor777 can i know one thing from you.,,, i did a France application but i put the travel date worng which is not really my holiday, so that now if i want to change the date of travel is it will be possible,,, important thing is that, i Didn't submit the application to the bfs i just applied online.. Even Didn't book the solt as well as now waiting for solve this mistake. What should i do now please if you know something tell me aboute it.
Honestly very informative and really helpful step by step. ❤
@@yasserkhan3147 Thankyou ♥️
This is a very informative video, I was successful with this. Thanks a lot
@@gayanisugandihettiarachchi4844 hi 👋 thanks great to hear!
Thanks! Quite detailed and to the point.
I couldn't get past the guidelines sections but got through after almost giving up...my page looks very different to yours but using the exact directions you've given
Hi 👋 try this video from 2024. It had latest updates. It’a in my videos if you can’t click this link.
th-cam.com/video/H5nibU0TUYQ/w-d-xo.htmlsi=XC9bsFpCu53_Y-My
1:23 at this time it’s asking for Travel document Number can you please tell what’s that
It’s your passport number
@@thecouplenextdoor777 I got that …thanks though
Hi maim 1:29 kindly please tell me u didn't tell us which travel document number we have to put in TRAVEL DOCUMENT NUMBER!?? Is it passport number please tell me...
@@ganyaalgamers5880 hi 👋 it’s your passport number.
Hi, so I'm also applying for France visa right now but for some reasons at 1:17 , I don't have an option to select France and under the 'Place of submission of application', it said that 'In the United Kingdom, France is represented by the following country: Monaco'. I'm so confused right now. Do you know how to fix this? Thank you.
Hi! Could you try opening the website in a incognito browser mode. I have heard a lot of people complaining about dropdown issues like this. But they were able to select and go ahead later. I hope this helps.
Helpful video… I felt like I was applying in a concert hall😂 (the bgm)
Haha 😂 I am working on improving the background music! Thanks
Thank you so much for this ! Super Helpful
Thanks alot for the information it is really helpful your presentation is really nice
Thankyou ♥️
I need to visit Paris for a single day for an event. I won't have any piece of information for the accommodation.
Hi 👋
If you are not staying overnight and just visiting for the conference, then you can provide conference details, passes, tickets etc.
Add a cover letter and an itinerary (with time and conference location). It will help the visa officers understand that you will be there only during the day and leave afterwards.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 Thanks a lot.
what if someone does not have a surname on their passport then what to write on the surname(mandatory) column when booking an appointment ?
Hi 👋
I would suggest two options
1. Call the support centre and ask about this
2. Use your given name in the last name field too and explain that you don’t have a last name in the cover letter.
And one more question you have addes 2 entries. So did you show. Next trip to france in your cover letter or somewhere else.
@@mahakmanzoor hi 👋 We had provided only the first trip bookings, but in our cover letter we mentioned reg the second trip and that we will book it closer to the dates.
Hope this helps
@thecouplenextdoor777 what's is reg?? I am struggling to find appointments for londoCentrere. Couldn't find any everyday I am checking. If we added london centre in our main application
For appointments. Can we book another centre like manchester if we haven't included the same one in our main application
@@mahakmanzoor hi 👋 we haven’t tried that, a friend tried Edinburgh two years back and got the visa couriered back to London. But some centre’s don’t allow.
I guess you can include Manchester but you will have to go back to collect your passports later. That could be difficult and it won’t be cost efficient too. Also some centres like Edinburgh courier the passports back to your home location, so if that facility is present you should check. (I am basing this on the information from two years back) so please check once.
Hope this helps!
Hi. When I try to fill out the application it doesn’t have United Kingdom what shall I do ?
Hi! This is a weird issue. I think UK should be there, please have a look again to create an application again? Let me know if this helps.
One quick question, there is a field details of our identity in the application form. Shouldn't we should include UK Resident permit number if soneone is indian National and Uk Resident?
Yes there is a field for adding passport details and one for adding brp details
For me everything is clear except accommodation part. You said to book accommodation before an appointment day but what were supposed to fill in the initial online application form? Please can anyone explain this to me
@@Hazeltamang4191 hi 👋 you can create the first application with a date that you feel you might travel on . Use a free cancellation accommodation booking till you don’t get a visa. (This is just to be safe incase they reject your visa)
But at most times with successful visa you will be able to travel, so you can use original accommodation bookings too if you have one.
Let me know if this helps or if you need more guidance.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 thank you so much for your response. One more question, where to buy travel insurance?
It doesn't show UK in the list of countries for the country i am applying from.
Hi 👋 surprising! Try again with different browser
Hi at 4:24 , so do i have to book an appointment first right? What if I click the box first before booking an appointment? What would gonna be happen?
Hi 👋
There won’t be any issues as such but they recommend you submit the form only when you have got an appointment.
Sometimes the finding appointments take a lot of time and later you might wanna fill the form again and change dates etc. then you will have to create a new account as this account will have your passport number in use in a submitted yet active form.
Hey good information. I just want to know if dates are flexible of arrival and departure as site is asking for dates which we haven’t decided yet
Hi 👋 it’s a frequently asked question.
We filled out application once with random dates and while submitting the flight details we had a different date. They understand that plans can change, using cover letter to explain why your plans have changed would be good.
hello, is there no way to visit france this year? as the biometric slots are not available?
Hi 👋 I am getting this question from a lot of people. France has no slots at all. You could apply to different embassy to get schengen visa. Don’t wait for French embassy slots.
hi jese hmare pass visa 2026 tk ka hai aur hmara brp dec 2024 tkk hai to kya kre
@@nonibaba-k4i hi 👋 ab visa online banega e-visa
Mail aayega ki apna visa online karne ke liey.
@@thecouplenextdoor777hng uska to pta hai but isme uski expiry fill krne ko bol rhe hai brp ki
@@nonibaba-k4i ha fill kar do.
Passport expiry matters not brp.
Hello dear I made a mistake I clicked the Submit to visa center button without making appointment first.
And now when I try to make appointment I can’t find any available slot..
is there anything that I need to do? Since I already clicked the submit button?
Thanks
Hi 👋 I don’t think there is any problem if you have completed the submission ( they recommend you to ideally book appointment first). But am sure you will have the FRA number to make appointments with you anyway.
I have never been in this situation before, but if I was I would just call the customer support and ask about it.
The reason you are not seeing any slots is because there are no slots. I was trying myself two days back and saw no available slots 😔
So its not coz you have submitted, the France appointment has gone wild with summer approaching.
Thanks for your reply dear. This is actually my 2nd time to apply I just accidentally clicked the submit button. I hope it won’t make any issues because I clicked the submit button without booking an appointment yet..
Hi! You are welcome. I don’t think there will be any issues. Good luck for the visa 😇
Hi please am going on cruise
Amsterdam Netherlands .Ireland
I can't get appointments i don't no want to do ??
@@rantiodejobi5166 hi 👋 the slots get released time to time. Keep an eye on it. But this year has been particularly tough due to the Olympics.
Thanks for the detailed explanation… 😊
I got a question - while applying can we just buy travel insurance for only the first visit even though we intend to do multiple visits or do we need to buy travel insurance for a longer period to make sure we get visa extended for 6 months?
Hi 👋 am glad you liked the video.
Regarding the insurance duration, what I have observed is that if you provide a longer insurance you have a higher chance of getting a long validity visa (6months- if applying for first time via France) else the visa validity is less (3months).
So my recommendation would be to at-least show 6 months worth insurance coverage.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 thank you
Hello,
Regarding insurance, do i need to print all the copies like the policy holding which consist 60 pages?
Hi! Just the pages with your details on it and the policy amount and what is covers should be enough.
Tnx 😊
Hi, not getting the visit appointment slots ( France VISA Application). Any suggestions when to check for appointment slots ( what time should i login to find appointment).
Thanks!
Ho to tsl, or your chosen center. There u will be able to book an appointment.
hi! The websites releases new slots every morning. Try logging on between 9-930AM GMT. Hope it helps.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 yeah. Thanks. I logged in at 9.30 am again and got the appointment for next week.
@@sandykissable great news :)
thank you so much! you were very clear on the entire process. Made it less daunting tbh. Amazing work! can i ask, is there an option to self-upload the supporting documents? Or you just bring all of that on the appointment day?
Hi 👋 thanks for your kind words! That’s is such a good question and I hope someday the website creates that option. Right now there is now way to upload the docs unfortunately.
Hey, great video! I had a quick question. Since BRPs are expiring from 31 Dec 24, should we put the share code in the French visa application form along with the actual expiry dates of our visa instead of the BRP number and its expiry date? Thanks!
@@divijjain7839 hi 👋 yes that’s right! Submit a copy of brp and of the online share code. Good luck ☺️
It wont allow me to make an application i need a visa for ke flying from the uk to spain not france
Hi! If you are visiting Spain, you should apply to the Spain embassy to obtain a Schengen visa.
This is the best have ever seen on TH-cam such precised explanation thank You. I am a student and living with my family in uk...the same process I must follow if I am applying in addition I should be submitting my confirmation letter from university?
Hi there! Thankyou so much. Yes you have to follow the same process. The only difference would be your financial proofs i.e bank balance, your university letter/details (intent to return) i.e a recent letter from the school, college or university within the UK, that states the type of study, course etc. Hope this helps.
Hi, I am trying to fill out the application , but not sure what to put down for Residence permit no. or equivalent as i am filling it out for my wife, she has a indefinite leave to remain for uk, but was issued in 2010, but the date for the application only goes back to 2014, should i leave it blank as it's not marked as * are obligatory.
Hi 👋 is your wife a British citizen now?
Hi, no she is not she has a Indian passport
Also on the application it states - If you are not a national of the UK: proof that you are legally resident in that country (e.g. Biometric residence permit) and if applicable proof that you are in the process to renew it or proof that your residency permit has been extended:written confirmation from UKVI of your “immigration status” allowing you to stay beyond the date indicated on your BRP card. In the latter case, the applicant has to get a share code from UKVI in order for the Consulate of France to check the immigration status.
She does not have a BRP card can I submit the passport for proof of residency?
@@Phendu hi 👋
You have to submit a proof that allows her to stay in the UK, is there a online share code that you can submit to prove her immigration status?
Hi there if possible can got the sengen visa apart from pay slips. i have all documents without pay slips please let me know thanks
hi! If you don't have pay slips, consider providing other strong evidence of your financial capability, such as:
1. Bank Statements: Submit recent bank statements showing a stable financial situation.
2. Sponsorship Letters: If someone is sponsoring your trip, include a sponsorship letter along with their financial documents.
3. Tax Returns: Presenting tax returns for the past years can demonstrate your financial stability.
You could also call up the customer support to ask more around this if they have any other solution. I would do that if I were you. Hope this helps.
Hi, I am planning to go France(lyon) and then drive to Switzerland (Geneva) . Can I still travel to Switzerland with the schenegen France visa.
Hi 👋 yes you can travel to any Schengen country once you have the visa. Make sure your visa is valid.
Im planning to go to Morocco from UK by car but I need a Schengen Visa. I will stay for a month in Morocco but only 5 days in total in France. Do I need to get a transit Visa ? And how do I explain this please?
Hi 👋 you would need a visa from Morocco, and as Morocco is not a Schengen country you would need a Schengen visa from France. Use this video to apply it.
If you are entering France first on the way to Morocco add that detail is your cover letter and itinerary. Let me know if you have more questions.
If you find my videos and replies informative consider using super thanks on my videos. It will help me keep going. Thanks 🙏
@ thank for replying. Which type of visa? Transit or tourist?
@@thecouplenextdoor777 and how much do I need to show in the bank for 2 people staying 5 days in France with family accommodating us
@@nouhaylakoia6272 hi 👋 you would need to apply tourist visa. As you will be staying longer. (5days)
Well there is no specific guideline on the amount but you should have at-least 100£-150£ per person per day in my opinion. Showing more is always beneficial. Hope this helps
@ thank you
Hello. I wanted to ask, what we should write in the Status of Parent of Gaurdian when applying for a minor?? Please reply.
Hi! I didn’t quite understand the question.
But If you are only applying for a minor you must provide your visa status proofs, consents for the minor, and parents need to accompany the minor to the appointment in person. The whole process still remains the same with all proofs to be submitted during the appointment.
its asking for travel document number and date of issue and expiry date can you plz help me on that ASAP. Thanks
Hi 👋 the travel document number is the passport number.
Im a bit confused about the copy of the passport bit.... Do you have to take a copy of EVERY page in the passport OR every page that has a stamp/sticker on it. It seems a bit tedious/pointless if you take a copy of pages that contain nothing. Please confirm
Hi Anwar. I agree to your point.
To be honest we also just took the front and back copies but the officer on the appointment day said he needed scans of all the pages. (As our passport had different stamps and other visas). He charged us extra at the centre for making copies of all the remaining pages.
So I would recommend taking scans of all the pages that have visas or stamps. Hope this helps!
@@thecouplenextdoor777 Thank you- it's a money making system at the VFS center and they contradict themselves as to what the website says. I took a photo copy of every page of the passport at home for my mrs and we went to the appointment in Birmingham. At the appointment, the lady said that next time do not photo copy every page etc etc. I think they play a scheme to make people pay extra for all of their services at the center. Anways, mrs got her Schengen visa yesterday after 2 week. :)
Hello for the photo..do I need to bring a hard copy as well? Or will a digital do?
Hi 👋 you need to take a hard copy to the appointment
I need to go next month, how can i book travel details when i dont know if even i will get a visa appointment?
Hi 👋 where do you want to visit? The France embassy has no slots at the moment. But you could try Estonia or Greece embassy, they seem to have appointments. I still feel next month will be a bit tricky.
Thanks for such a detailed video. Quite helpful. I have a question about supporting documents.. travel support documents are required only during the appointment day? I don't need to prepare those during filling application
Thanks 🙏
Yes the travel support documents are only needed on the day of the appointment. I would highly recommend to at least keep some dates ready in your head as you would need to add date to enter the Schengen area in the application form
. Bookings should be for that date or after.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 Thanks for your response. So I can book hotel and transport once I get my appointment slot booked.
@@coolsesh1 Yes. That would be the best.
Hello, I’ve been asked to provide “if you have an official travel document, a note verbale is required. Please help me as I don’t understand what this is ?
@@thecouplenextdoor777 such a great informative video thanks for that. just quick one if you can book hotel after appointment booked then what should i put in hotel details section when i filled application form please ?
Hi, very informative video.
My question is, is travelling by road to france an option on this visa?
Thank you
Hi 👋
Yes, you can share your eurotunnel details or if going by ship using your car. Both will be acceptable.
like i want enter in france then go italy and come back direct from Italy to UK SO but i should fill in there
Hi 👋
You just need to fill in details of France stay and number of days you will be in France 🇫🇷
When you submit flight tickets just submit the France and Italy bookings. They will understand.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 like i don’t want stay even single day in France
@@gaggudhaliwal7669 hey! Haha okay!
That’s fine, so you are allowed to apply to an embassy if it’s your first port of entry or your longest stay. So don’t worry about that. You are covered as you will enter via France.
If the person have no incom and only family sapport have like Parents.???
@@FarasatullahKhan-o6o hi 👋
If you have no income and your parents will support you for the trip then you need to show their bank statement, and financial proofs , your relation to them and also produce a letter written by them saying they will support you financially for the trip, food, accommodation, travel etc
What finace documents need for my spouse if she not employee please guide me and air ticket and accommodation is compulsory booking before fill the application form
@@GursewakSingh-h3q hi 👋
Yea travel booking is compulsory (flight,bus,train,ferry), also accommodation(hotel,hostel,airbnb). You can book tickets after the application form is submitted too, just make sure to add the right dates in it as per your booking.
For your spouse if she is not working:
- marriage certificate or a proof showing she is your wife
- sponsorship letter stating you will sponsor her trip
- your bank statements (keep enough balance for 2 people)
- your pay slips
- any other financial means
@@thecouplenextdoor777 thank you so much
Hey- I know this been posted some time and hope you reply but needed some advice. So I’ve recently moved address and my payslip has my old address. Will this be an issue if my bank statement have the correct address? As I’ll be unable to change as I’m needing this very soon.
@@876LRx hi 👋 add the address related detail in cover letter as well saying that my pay slips have old address and my current address is on bank statements. You could also give a electricity bill proving your address align with bank address.
But a cover letter explaining this should be enough.
Hope this helps!
@@thecouplenextdoor777 thank you so much for replying.
Have I need to complete same process for my husband if he is travelling with me ?
Hi 👋 if your husband doesn’t have a Schengen visa already and you both will travel together then you will have to fill his application too along with yours to apply for the visa
Hello, I’ve been asked to provide “if you have an official travel document, a note verbale is required. Please help me as I don’t understand what this is ?
Hello!
I am sorry I don’t have in dept information on this request. I looked it up and found this link, hopefully it’s helpful to you www.schengenvisainfo.com/official-visits/#:~:text=Document%20that%20show%20who%20and,your%20expenses%2C%20should%20be%20submitted.
HI, second my query is w.r.t Surname & Given Name on Passport. There is no Surname and hence I have filled the Given Name in Surname Section of Application. However this logic is not working when am filling the required form on TLS Contact Site for booking the appointment. Here both the fields are mandatory viz. Surname & Given Name. What should I fill in Surname to move ahead?
Hi 👋 In my opinion for this situation you should ring up the support phone number mentioned on the website. They will be able to answer this hopefully. But if nothing works out I would fill FN ,LN as the given name. I mean the same name in both fields on both applications.
I know you probably have filled the first application already. Hope one of the two solutions work for you. Thanks 🙏(please let me know how it goes)
@@thecouplenextdoor777 Yeah.. I have written to TLS ( as Saturday & Sunday they dont work). Will ring them up on Monday for this Query.
W.r.t First Application - I have entered the complete name in the Field - . And was able to move ahead by keeping the .
Surely will let you know on the response from TLS w.r.t this query for the appointment form ( upon getting a resolution). There can be two possible options - 1st - which you mentioned to fill same name in both fields and 2nd - can be putting "-" in Surname section. However definitely will update once get a response, so that you can help others ( which in my view - you are doing an amazing work).
@@SkyGamer1101 Thank you, you are very kind! I hope it all works out for you and they help you over the phone.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 have got a response via email to my query from TLS Contact, which says - "In Your Surname fill it with your First name again".
So yeah, Your suggestion was correct. Thanks once again!
Have one more query - if you can guide. What should i enter in Current Job section for my spouse on Dependent VISA in UK. Currently not working. So should i select " No Profession" or "Unemployed"?
@@SkyGamer1101 Great Thanks! Good to know reg the solution they provided.
For your question, Unemployed is the most straightforward and accurate option if the person is not currently employed. Homemaker/Retired/Other could be few more options. Hope this helps!
Hii. I would like to know about how to apply for family with a child .what are documents needed. And how to apply for them.the same process do for them
Hi 👋 All the proofs that is mentioned in the video is for adults and for the child you will need the application form, passport , photos, birth certificate and parental consent for travelling.
Hope this helps!
I can't seem to get the page where you put in FRA number😢
Hi 👋 what are you seeing? Try incognito browser. Sometime the website acts weird 😅
Amazing. Good job done by you
Thank you!
What if i don't have pay slip can we show university term letter ?
Hi 👋 You have to show financial means. So your bank statements, sponsor letter (someone who will pay for your trip), sponsors account statements etc
thanks for the information, i save my money.
@@TheNayabsVlogs hi 👋 am glad it was helpful 😀
France is not in option for main destination of stay . Did they remove it ? Or changed name ?
Hi 👋 that is interesting. I filled the form a month back for myself and I could see France as option.
I see a lot of new issues in the portal align with no appointment availability 😔
Can you please tell me I have to put yes or no in the case of fingerprint because last year I visited Netherland and they took mine fingerprint but this time I want to apply for France so which option I have to choose for fingerprint yes or no??
Hi 👋
They only allow you to enter the fingerprints from the same country if I remember correctly. I could be wrong.
If they allow you to add it go ahead.
Hello, can I print out all the passport documents black and white?
Yes! You can print it in black and white. It should not create any issues as long as the information is clear and legible.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 Is this acceptable for the ID cards too? I mean BRPs. Thank you
Hello, very helpful video. Thank you.
Can you please clear one doubt of mine, if I request for multiple entries visa like you showed, will I have to provide the bookings, itinerary etc. only for my first visit or for more than one/two visits ?
Hi 👋
We showed the proofs only for the first trip and requested multiple entry.
But added a cover letter mentioning we would do future trips and would book closer to the trip date.
Did you mention places name where do you do future trips ? And gave them rough dates for your next visit?
@@mahakmanzoor In my case, I just mentioned in the cover letter that I will be doing future trips to other countries as well. And did not give any dates or counties names etc.
@@yogitalakhi1514 and what about insurance did you show 6 months insurance?
@yogitalakhi1514 I can't find any appointment dates. How did you manage to book an appointment from London french centre
The employment letter should be issued by the employer how many days before the appointment
Hi 👋 there is no rule around it. But we always got it a few days or a week before the appointment.
Do we need cover letter for Schengen visa if I have BRP of Uk ..?
Hi 👋
Cover Letter is not mandatory. You can choose to write one but you don’t need to.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 thanks for your reply
Hi can you please tell me how to apply sweden visit visa from Uk on brp card
Hi 👋 if you already have a schengen visa you could use that to visit Sweden ideally. That would be the best solution.
But tie you want to apply Sweden visa directly then you need to use the vfs portal. I looked up a little and found this following info: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/sweden/entry-requirements#:~:text=You%20can%20travel%20without%20a,to%20visit%20family%20or%20friends
Hope this helps!
How to provide proof of the UK visa as the current BRP card expires 31 Dec 2024 and new evisa system has been applied? Also, are there any reliable third party agents who can help get Schengen Visa appointment slot if there are no dates available anytime soon?
@@SamirKRT786 hi 👋
When are you planning to apply? You can use the online share-code to show how long you can live and work in the UK. Hope this helps.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 Thanks. Was planning to apply this month but too late so will try next spring time.
@ maybe consider applying earlier, most people apply during the same period. 😅
Hi, do I need to create separate account and application form for my wife for France?? Or I can add in my application?
Thanks in advance.
Hi 👋 you can add in the same application. Check out the latest 2024 video for applying to know the step how to add your spouse.
First of all ..thank you for such a wonderful video..after searching finally found a video which is helpful rather than a podcast..u get like and a subscribe..😊
..i need 1 help..please let me know when i am trying to book appointments there are no available slots and getting only 2 week dates..cant proceed after that..
Hi! Thank you for your kind words. ☺️
Try looking for the slots between 8:30-11am. I always see new slots appearing in the morning. I hope this helps.
hi, can we delete our tls appointment?
@@TheNayabsVlogs hi 👋 I don’t think you can delete an appointment online yourself but maybe call the customer support and they can help with it manually from their end.
Hii there
Your videos are useful. Kindly guide how to apply for first time . And when to upload cover letter and about travel insurance as well .
Many thanks
@@KajalKajal-w1q hi 👋 this video is for first time applicant. There is another new video 2024 version have a look.
Hello very helpful video thank u but I have a question I live in uk and I have brp I want to travel with my husband to France (he is British nd my sponsor ) what I should need for documents??
@@MarwaEl-l7m hi 👋
You would need his bank statements, Employment letter and a sponsorship letter from him stating he would cover all your financial needs during the trip.
Is the bank statements and payslips need to be in your name or you can use your husband’s one ? And I’m not working my husband working so what should I put in the section? Please
Hi 👋 you would need to add a financial sponsorship letter written by your husband, that he will support you for travels.
Yes you will have to provide his bank statement and payslips too.
Thanks for the detailed video, very helpful.
I had a quick query apart from main applicant documents what are all the mandatory documents required for applicants spouse and infant. Could you please let me know.
Thanks.
Hi 👋 Glad the video has been helpful.
I have addressed which docs are required at 7:19 in the video.
But to summarise
Passport copy, original BRP, accommodation booking, travel bookings, employment letter, pay slips, bank statements, health insurance, cover letter.
For the infant provide any docs that is relevant- birth certificate, parental consent letter, parents passport.
Hello, super video, i have a question, I am not planning to go to france due to date issues, I plan to go to Prague as first port entry for 5 days and Austria 6 days ( exit point ) My question is which website shall i go to fill the form for prague vistor visa and is it thru VFS or some other site ? Totally confused :l pls help 🎉
Hi 👋 you can apply to either Czech Republic or Austria embassy via VFS.
Google “Austria Schengen visa from UK”. The link with have Austria in it.
Hello please when it gets to to the question if my fibger print has been taken for schengen visa..i click No but the next question says i should put in my VISA 1 date of validity..nd its compulsory so am not able to skip it..nd i dont understand ut also..can u help
Hi 👋 you need to select that I have never had a schengen visa before. Then you won’t see this section as mandatory
Hello, I submitted my visa application without taking an appointment for a schengen visa. I can take an appointment now please help me
Hi Vinay! That’s a tricky situation to be in at the moment as there are no appointments available. A friend rang up the embassy and they said the that the demand is really high and that there are no slots with France embassy.
I suggest to use other embassies for schengen visa. France appointment seems to be going crazy with the olympics happening there 😰
Thanks for information can you please help me with my query? Can I make an appointment? I already submitted my application right
@@vinaygupta5760 Hi! I believe you have done Step 1 and Step 4 from below?
Step 1: Visa Application form filling
Step 2: Use FRA from Step 1 to create an appointment form in TLS
Step 3: Book and appointment slot
Step 4: Go to Step 1 application form and submit it.
You should still be able to create a form in TLS and book a slot with the FRA number I believe. I haven’t been in this situation before but I don’t think you will face any problems.
Let me know still!
Thats strange but i dont see united kingdom in listed countries . I tried searching for great britian or uk or england too
Hey 👋 That’s strange. Could you proceed or not?
If I stay in my friends place then what document should I take for accomodation
@@nadiaahmed96 hi 👋 please ask your friend to write a invitation letter stating you will stay in their house for the entire period.
Also ask your friend to provide the address on that letter.
Thank you so much
Hi,
Thanks for the detailed video.
Just a query. If I want to travel first to Paris for 3days and then from paris to Amsterdam for another 2days, where to enter the accomodation details of Amsterdam? The french visa form only has the option to enter one hotel information.
Thanks in advance.
Hi! On the application, you would need to enter only the France specific details if you are applying the visa from french embassy.
The itinerary will show them your day wise plan anyway. So you can submit the travel and hotel booking proofs to amsterdam along with other proofs that you submit.
Hope this helps, let me know if you have any other doubts.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 Thanks for the information.
So just to confirm, the section where I need to enter the details of my stay like the expected date of arrival in the schengen area and expected date of departure from the schengen area would be dates for France only, right?
This section also asks about information whether I would be travelling to and staying in any other schengen country or not. I have mentioned Netherlands there as of now. Is this okay? Or do I not need to mention it here?
Thank you so much this is so helpful.
I already got my tickets since January and i didnt apply for schegen visa which i am stucked currently. Its painful that i had wasted so much time.
I planned on going to Paris for 2days and after the 2days then move to italy do i need to apply for single entry or multiple entry?
Hi 👋
Apply for a multiple entry visa if you wish to go to multiple Schengen area.
Hello, I am trying to find an appointment slot since last but I couldn't find any availability. Also not sure at what time TLS/Embassy release these slots. I tried checking the appointment with other Schengen countries as well, but I couldn't find. Did you know anything about this?
Hello Balaji!
I faced the same issue last year. I learnt to look for slots in advance. So if you are planning a trip in December 2023. I suggest you create an application 3 months before, and try to find slots once in two days. I also wrote an email to the application support but they weren’t very helpful.
this year the situation is particularly bad as there are many long weekends in the UK and many people want to travel.
Have you got your appointment now? I am also facing the same issue.
@@shristyshrivastava5466 No, I stopped trying. I think now it's difficult to get an appointment during this summer , maybe we could get an appointment from Oct-Jan.
Good afternoon,
We have a seafarer who is going to be working onboard a vessel in Spain and we are trying to establish which type of visa to apply for.
For clarity - he will be flying from the UK and joining and departing the vessel via the mainland in Spain. This will be done either be port-call or by helicopter. The vessel itself will be working outside the 12 mile zone.
Our employee is a Nigerian national but has the right to live and work in the UK.
Can you advise if he will need to apply for a Schengen Transit visa for Seafarers or if he will be allowed to enter under the 90/180 ruling.
We are struggling to get a clear answer.
Etim
Hi there! I am not an expert in this area, but I can tell you what I know but you should still reach out to the consulate. In general, seafarers joining or leaving a vessel in Spain and working outside the 12-mile zone may need to apply for a Schengen Transit visa for Seafarers. This visa allows transit or entry for joining or departing a vessel. However, it's best to consult with the Spanish embassy or consulate or seek professional advice for accurate and up-to-date information based on the individual's nationality and circumstances. The 90/180 rule for short stays may not apply in this case. Thanks
Quick question I heard France gives 6 month visa but you selected the option for short stay
Hi 👋 The tourist visa is a short stay visa which is
Apply for a short term
Hi, is it ok to don’t write last name at birth in my visa application form?
But i wrote it at Tls appointment form is it ok ?
Hi 👋
The first name and last name on the form must match with the passports first and last name.
That is the document used to verify your identity.
Thank you I have written my first name and surname same as my passport but don’t write my surname at birth in my application when I was booking appointments tls didn’t allow me to ignore surname at birth then I wrote it down. Now I’m so sad because I didn’t wrote it in my application hope this will not be a problem?
Hi..is there a minimum balance required to be shown in bank ?
Also what if I am going to stay with a friend? Do I still need to show booking ?
@@luckypallu hi 👋
1. Regarding the bank, yes you must show some amount in your account. Each country has different requirements but to be safe keep 300 -500 euros per day. So if you are travelling for a week it would be good to show 7*400 euros or so. This is what we follow, but you can always showing more is always better.
2. Regarding accommodation, If you are staying with your friend then submit a letter from your friend who is hosting you.
I select more then 90 days now its hide how I could change it ?
Hi 👋 It will be challenging to change it if you have submitted the application, but if you have not go back to step 1 and change it.
@thecouplenextdoor777 My employer is not giving me NOC Letter. Could I apply the Visit visa in Jobless category ? I have £10000 in my account
Good information 🎉❤
Glad you think so!
Hi there,
I’m planning to apply for a Schengen visa for Portugal, and I have a question about the duration of the visa they grant. If I submit a plan for a one-week trip along with flight tickets, will they issue the visa just for one week, or is it possible to receive it for up to 90 days?
Hi 👋 Apologies for the late reply. It’s case to case basis.
If you are looking for a long terms visa mention other plans in the cover letter, still doesn’t guarantee long term visa but it’s worth the shot.
Most often if you apply for the first time they can give you less duration or a single entry.
@ thank you for sharing this
Hi. Very helpful video. My query is I have applied for 3ppl in my family. Do they need to take 3 separate photocopies of travel, accomodation and travel insurance or can carry just one for the group? Also among them is a 3 year old kid. Are kids not allowed inside the visa centre in UK? TIA
Hi! Glad you found the video useful. The visa officers create files for each person so they will want copies for each file. So take three copies. We took one copy of the travel insurance and they made a copy there and charged us a small amount. I am sure the kid must be allowed to go in. Hope this helps!
@@thecouplenextdoor777 thanks for the reply!
How many id photographs we will need? Can you please confirm.
@@yogitalakhi1514 hi 👋
You will need max 2. Carry two photos at-least.
Hi should i have to actually book flight and of the same date and also reservation of the stay before entering the details. Or it is just to fill. I can make my plans later after receiving visa
Hi 👋
Very valid question. I would not suggest booking flights till you have your visa. I have quick video about booking refundable tickets and accommodation if you need help.
But to answer your question, if you are booking tickets use the same date while filling the form.
But if you are not able to book while filling the form use any date and after you have booked the flights add reasoning in a cover letter about change if travel dates. This will help to inform the visa officers about the difference in dates.
@thecouplenextdoor777 unfortunately i booked the tickets for paris. 2-5 September. And I'm now unable to get appointment for france. Can you please help me what to do now
@@MishalAsim-i3c hi 👋 the France embassy has very high demand for Olympics I guess.
Maybe get a visa from another country like Greece. They have appointment slots.
@@thecouplenextdoor777 I'll check
Thank you dear. If i get visa through greece. Then Can i directly go to france or first i have to visit greece. Please let me know
Also please provide a link to fill the form so people can use it.
@@vivekchovatiya-zu5pp hi 👋 try searching France tourist visa from Uk.
france-visas.gouv.fr/demande-en-ligne
How much should be the bank statement amount for a Week long trip from London?
Hi 👋 this so very frequently asked question. But there is no specific guidelines for a specific amount from embassies. It would also depend on how many days you will be in the Schengen area.
Let me share my experience, for 3 day trip to Paris for the two of us (me and my husband) we showed 1000£.
The more you show the better, we try to show 1000£ for short trips of 3-4 days. Hope this helps.
Hi, I had just completed the online application and also booked my accommodation on the 21 april but when i went to book an appointment it said no slots available. What should i do now?
Hi, check again in the morning for new slots or call the embassy and ask when is the next slot available.
Hi, what is the latest I can apply for a Schengen visa?
Hello 👋 I would say if you are travelling in July, you must apply now. Ideally the whole process appointment and stamping and passport return can take upto 14 days. So have a good buffer.
I always apply with 30 days buffer sometimes more.
I am on student visa in UK my visa will expire in December can I apply schegun visa aur need 6 month visa remaing on BRP
Hi 👋 you can still apply and travel. Everyone’s BRP is expiring in December 2024. There will be electronic BRP as I am hearing.
The Hotel and Accommodation details should be legit booked or you can just put some hotel name randomly from the destination
You should submit a legit booking, as you need to submit the booking details too. Use a free cancellation hotel booking if you aren’t sure about accommodation yet. Booking.com has many options.
Thank you for your helpful video. Do I have to apply for each country Poland, Germany, Estonia or is there single Schengen Visa for all accepted areas? Thank you so much again for your hekp :)
Hi 👋 If you apply for a Schengen visa from Poland you will get access to the whole Schengen area with that visa. So to answer your question, you don’t need to apply to each Schengen country individually. I recommend you to apply to the Schengen country you want to go to first and then use that visa to travel other countries inside the Schengen area. Hope this helps
HI Can i change travel dates and itinerary once the application has already been submitted for FRANCE schengen visa , or do i have to delete that application and start a new one? also they have mentioned norway , sweden giving 3-4 days visa acceptance process since france is delayed and no slots avialabale. Is it alright to apply for norway visa in order to get schengen visa earliest. thank you
Hi Ketki! Yes you can. When we filled our visa application last year we filled it in with a date and the visas were granted after that date (our flights tickets were for a past date).
Also another friend recently filled the form with different dates in the form and had a different date ticket. He had called up the visa centre to modify it, to which they said “let the visa officer know on the day of your appointment , they can add a note or maybe also change the dates as required”. Don’t cancel your appointment , go with it!
Hope this helps.
Reg the other embassy schengen visa, I don’t have experience with other embassies but a few of my friends applied to other embassies and have got their visas too. So it would be wise to do that as France slots are being a pain at the moment.
Hi!! If I made an application mistakenly with single entry and booked appointment. Can I make another application for multiple enteries and use the same appointment for greece.
Can previous application be removed?
Hi 👋 interesting question. I haven’t been in this situation so far, as far as I know you cannot edit the application again and the application Ref number is tagged to your appointment date which can’t be changed.
I urge you to call the contact support number and tell them your issue.
If there is not solution probably add a cover letter with a little saying you need multiple entry instead of single. But I still feel you should call the contact support and get their advice.
Let me know how it goes. Good luck 🤞
@@thecouplenextdoor777 OK I'll. Thank you
If we are selecting 2 trips within one year so we need to submit both tickets and accommodations or only first time?
Hi 👋 The first trip proofs are more important. And if you have all the bookings ready for the other ones you could still submit it. It’s not really necessary. You could submit a cover letter informing you would do more trips this year etc
@@thecouplenextdoor777 can you please help me that I got refusal from Spain embassy and the reason they gave me that the information submitted regarding the justification for the purpose and conditions of the intended stay was not reliable. Can you please tell me how to solve this issue?