This is the most insightful tip on the Schengen Visa Application I have come across, far better than the many videos filled with unnecessary introductions and drama. Emphasize the importance and relevance of travel insurance to your future travel plans in your cover letter to strengthen your application for a multiple-entry visa or a visa with a longer duration or validity.
This was such an informative video! I was wondering if you can tell me where you booked your reservation tickets. I’m planning not to buy the actual tickets yet for my Schengen visa application. Thank you very much!
Most important point of all is the point of having money on your own. Othrs are no problem. Even if i finance the whole trip of my Filipina friend and take care of all, she will not have a chance to get a visa, for visiting or tourist, if she has not a monthly pay slip and bank account with money from at leas thalf year each month comming in.
It’s not the money. If you are financing the whole trip and have the proof for that, then the financial capability is covered. However, your friend also needs to prove that she will leave the country accordingly. How? Certificate of Employment, payslips, owning a business or owning as asset - these could help prove that she/he will go home after. The money is not enough, she/he needs to leave the country as well.
Thanks Jen! Ill be submitting for my 2nd Schengen visa this coming july..didnt know that i can request longer visa duration in the cover letter for future travels.. great idea.. haha..thank you so much..
@@omgitssamxd9282 longer duration was denied..however the Danish Embassy called me to inform that they will grant the longer one if i can give flight details for Paris Olympics (which is the reason why i ask for longer one).. i didnt buy the flight ticket, coz its too early then.. Anyway the visa was approved with duration of 2 weeks only.. i guess Danish Embassy is really strict and not generous when it comes to visa application 😞😅
@@BienvenidoMarquezBacsal Ahhh I see! Hopefully you got to do all the things you needed to do within that duration though! May I know where and how did you ask for a longer duration (multiple entry)? Was it in the cover letter?
@@omgitssamxd9282 ohh i did.thankfully two weeks is enough to visit iceland and denmark Okay so i initially i just want to apply the visa for Iceland and Denmark (this was Oct 2023).. upon realizing that Paris Olympics is coming (July 2024), i used it as the reason for multiple visa and longer duration..its my second time coming to europe so i thought it will be granted (i even tell this in my cover letter) however as mentioned..multiple entry was denied..
Hello. Thanks for your tips. Im applying for a schengen visa in Consulate general of Lithuania in Chicago. Idk if it differs from one embassy to another but for the self addressed return envelope, do u know if they have a preference between USPS, FedEx or UPS? Thanks
German Embassy in Botswana is very stingy. They only give you visa for the number of days of your trip. To you they may look generous. They don't treat people the same. The French Embassy here is more considerate.
There’s no specific figure for this, unfortunately. Just make sure you have enough funds to cover the length of your travel. Better to have a bigger balance if you’re travelling for a month vs travelling for a week.
Hi, First of all thanks for your valuable information. Could you please let me know how I will apply second time same Schengen countries. Is there any renewal process or I just apply same as like new application. Thank you
Embassy into Europea is serve for citizens of other countries nation of release in their passport,, certification for birth certificate and marriage certificate in case you could not returned to your country nation..
I did get a dummy ticket for my application. Just note that the ticket is only valid for a certain period depending on the agency where you got it. The insurance, there’s no dummy, you need to buy an insurance. If you know the exact dates you are travelling, get the single trip insurance which is usually cheaper than multi trip (unless you are planning to travel multiple times, then multi trip makes more sense for you).
@@bluepane5383 I don’t think you can get it yourself. These agents usually have a system to reserve tickets for a small amount. The last time I got it, it cost me $15 which isn’t too bad.
Hey Jennifer - did you pay for the visa before your appointment or after? How much did you pay if you don't mind me asking. Since their are no appointments I'm wondering if it is worth it to go premium.
Hey @rozinarafiq2360, I assume you’re applying with TLS. They don’t charge the actual visa fee (€80) online- only on your appointment. You only pay online for the extras (premium, courier return, etc.) but you can also purchase this on your appointment day. The premium appointment is merely a time slot outside of their normal working hours. There’s no special lounge or queue for this. It’s worth it if your travel is in 2-3 weeks, otherwise you can wait for the next slots to open up. You need to be fast tho, the normal times sell out like hotcakes!
Hi Jennifer, could you please advise, how did you submit the photos- 2 copies, did you get a stamp from the photo store on both the pictures with the photo store details and the date the picture was taken? Or only on one of them or on none of them. The website only mentions of stamped photo but no further details. Would be great, if you could share your experience on this. TIA🙏🏽
Hey there! The embassy is very particular with the age of your photo but not ‘technical’ about it - with that, I mean they don’t look for date stamps. As long as the picture resembles you at your appointment, there shouldn’t be any problem. Reminder, don’t use any pictures from previous visas older than 6 months because they will catch it!
@@JenniferEstella Thank you for replying. One more query, do they need the details of the photo studio where it was clicked and a stamp/ written on the back of the picture
So if youre given a one month Visa for Netherlands can you go for one week in Amsterdam , then go to belgium , then france … and so on until your visa expires ?
There’s no specific amount required by the embassies. If you do not have an invite letter, then you should have proof that you are able to sustain your travel and your way back home - flights, hotels, etc.
Hi there I hope you are well,im portuguese but I live in uk, im planning to invite my filipina girlfriend to visit me in portugal and stay in my parents home with me in south portugal,would it be better to reserve hotels just in case?or could i ask my mother to write a invitation letter for her? Kind regards
Hi, thanks for this video. I just want to clarify did you just say that I can apply to the embassy of Germany or the Netherlands just for longer visa validity but the country that I'll visit is another country let's say for example France?
You can apply to any schengen country but you need to provide travel documentation visiting that country - in your case, France. Regardless who gave the visa, you can use it anywhere within the schengen area.
If I live in 🇦🇺 as filipino expat, I want to travel to Italian and Paris, after completing all the requirements- when I book my appointment, I need to go to Italy embassy since I will stay here longer, even I have a Filipino ? Thank you
They can give you longer period if they see fit. ☺️ and you’re right, the validity of my visa is for 2 years but I can only stay up to 90 days at once.
Thanks for your video. However, the link you mentioned for dummy tickets is selling non verifiable fake tickets. Please be aware of that since I just bought a ticket from them and I couldn't verify it.
Hi is it different agency the one you added in the description and the one you mentioned here for dummy ticket? If its different which one is better option and how long the ticket validity as visa processing time is 15days ish? Please kindly reply. Thanks@@JenniferEstella
Hello please do I need to book a multiple entry travel insurance if I intend to apply for a multiple entry visa or I just book an insurance for the duration of my first trip
Hey Trevor, that will be a nice holiday for your mother-in-law! It might be a little tricky because the application center is in Manila. It’s processed thru VFS which makes it a little more organized but she will need to get appointment and apply in person. What I heard is it can take around 2 months processing.
Hello jen I have already a schengen french visa from my compang a working visa its possible i can use for holiday in europe..my sister living in netherlands plan to invite me please advice me what to do and thank you ..God bless
Hello po.. pwde po pa gawa ng step by step application process for schegen? From their website application to submission of documents until na receive ug visa mo.. salamat ng marami. God bless.
Did you get a 3 year visa for a tourist visa application ? How long were the trips(stays+itineraries) you used to apply for the visa? And was each of the 1 , 2 and 3 year visas granted for a visa where you specifically requested a multiple entry visa?
If you’re aiming for longer period, plan for future travels and mention it on your cover letter. If it’s too far away in terms of time, you don’t need to include hotel bookings/flights.
Hi Jennifer, Do you have to go to the country that issued the Schengen Visa First to actiavte the visa before going to another country? Example, if France gave you a visa, do you hvae to go to France before going to Spain?
@@JenniferEstella thank you. I followed your tips on your video and I got my Schengen Visa. 3 Months. So i just wanted to be sure on which of the countries I could visit first.
@@tomiwaaareola5761 Just want to clarify, for your application did you (for example you got the visa from France) have accommodations and reserve flight bookings to France in your requirements? Even when your target country is spain?
Hi, Jen. thanks for the visa information. Kindly advice me, should I re-apply for the recruiting post in Ireland which I was unsuccessful at interview stage 3 months ago ?
Hi, it might be difficult to get another interview given they’ve recently processed your application… if there’s a massive difference in your credentials from 3 months ago, then maybe yes. But if none, I’d suggest to not get your hopes up and try another company / role instead. Good luck! 🙂
Hi, I have a trip to Paris and Italy in October but the appointment slots for both are full for the rest of the year. Can I just apply my schengen through a less busy embassy here like Netherlands or Finland and get temporary ticket and hotel and include that in my itinerary for the application. And when I get my schengen, can I proceed with my original plan of just Paris and Italy?
Hi Jen, I was wondering if you can include plans like applying for a working holiday visa once you arrive somewhere, as part of your application? As most of these types of visas require you to be in the country to apply ?
Hey, you apply working holiday visas from the embassy on your home country - not on the destination country. If you are applying for a tourist visa, it’s better to only provide info on your travel plans (short-term stay) not for long stay.
Thanks for the video, however I took travel insurence silver quete from Chil to apply for shengan in German Visa Application Center in Chicago, they didn't accept it, so watch out.
Hey there, thanks for the feedback! The German embassy in the US might be different. Chill is an EU company based in Ireland. They might want a US travel insurance company perhaps?
Hi Jen. Im just new here in Ireland (3months) I am currently in Stamp1 and still on the process for my Critical skills visa, is it possible to travel outside Ireland? Thank you and Happy new year!
Love the tips, Great video. Quick question: Im self employed: If employment salary by hand, how can I provide payslips and company is not registered for employment letter. Please help
@@JenniferEstella there is, you right. Self-employed: Proof of company registration/ commercial license and VAT Certificate or tax Clearance certificate. Do I use the Tax clearance option? Note: I appreciate your response.
Hi I'm travelling to Paris next week. First time schengen visa holder. Am I allowed to cross to Belgium for a day trip via train and return the same day? Will they check in the border?
There’s no border check via train. You can also travel via plane and there’ll be no border check because flights within Schengen area are considered domestic 😊
You need to tell them your travel dates at the minimum. You can try to apply for multiple entries if you can provide details of your future travels. That does not guarantee multiple entries, but it’s worth a try.
Hi, so my son is going for his bachelors to Germany and I want to go with him to help him with initial stage of settling down then I want to visit him after 6 months again during my leave. Can i mention in my visa application all that to get a longer visa?
In general, embassies don’t advise buying tickets because it won’t be refunded by the embassy. If your application is declined, that money is wasted (unless you have it refundable or rebookable). They usually ask for a flight reservation or detailed travel plans.
Are you applying from the Germam embassy? I think they have the most appointments available compared to other embassies. The best way is to keep checking their website because they release appointments in bulk.
If my work place doesn’t give payslips how can I convince the consular officer about my salary especially if I’m been paid directly in hand then after I will go and deposit to my bank account. Need your guidance on this please
Hey So when we get visa for the first country so we have to go there and after that can you go to another country ? Do you have to depart from the same country of your visa
Normally, you apply to the main destination (i.e. longest stay). If all countries have the same duration, you apply to the point of entry. You can exit from anywhere.
@@JenniferEstella thanks girly. I have loads of questions and googles messes with me. Every time. 🙈. And can we go to another Schengen country with the same visa later on ?
Hey. We have the same issue. I wrote them an e-mail and complained since there were no open slots for weeks. Maybe they are overwhelmed by the amount of applicants or they even fired personal during the pandemic. How should one properly plan a trip like that since you have to be physically present in Manila for the biometric data? This is their answer: Kindly be informed that the appointment slot for the month of October has opened in the last week of September. However, Kindly be informed that the appointment slots for October are fully booked and appointment schedules for November are not open yet. Appointment slots for the following month usually open on the last week of the current month. This would mean in my understanding that next week (Monday) the slots for November open.
Question -- in these long term 1 year , 2 year visas, the duration of stay is 90 days so does it mean that in these two years I can be present in schengen area only for 90 days or is it the circulatory visa that is referencing the 90/180 rule which means 90 days in the 180 days and all. Please help clarify. How to be 100% sure?
It depends, do you have single or multiple entries? The duration of stay is for every visit to Schengen area. If multiple, then every visit, you can stay for 90 days, fly out of the Schengen area, then fly in again and your duration of stay renews.
Hey Jennifer !! I have applied for Greece visa and got visa only for 9 days and I want to travel to Germany just in some days after that. Do I need to apply for visa extension or can I apply for another to Germany ? Also how many days does it take to get the Germany visa ? (I am an Indian student studying in the UK )
Has anyone applied to Spain? On South African passport? Officially seems to be 30 days from Ireland but I wonder if going directly to an Embassy is better.
Hello Jennifer, I have a question. My gf got the Schengen visa. Is it possible to entry the country before the mentioned date at the visa? I found cheaper flight one week before. We still are below 90 days.
Hi, no. You won’t be allowed by the airline at visa check, and if you get through it for some reason, the immigration at your destination country will deny you.
I have tried to make an appointment for my Filipina girlfriend to visit me in Finland. However, so far I have not had any success in making an appointment for her in Manila. It seems the visa appointment is beyond my abilities, She has also asked friends and contacts to help her but no luck despite many trying. Any suggestions-?
Hi! I'm from Czech Republic and I invited my friend from Egypt to visit me in Prague. He already had the appointment and we had all the documents including invitation letter. We planned to visit some other countries like Italy once he gets here. But during the interview he was a bit nervous and mixed up the dates of the trips we planned. Do you think it can affect the results? Otherwise I think all the documents were 100%. Thanks!
I can’t say for sure if it will or not. The officers have definitely encountered many nervous applicants. If your documents are perfect, then hopefully he’ll be fine. Good luck and enjoy the trips! ☺️
2 times already I try feb 01, and May 01, 2024 always I received reply from the embassy not accept and full slot in abudhabi, uae. Please help me what should I do to get in appointment in embassy in abudhabi, thank you
I have a student visa to do one year of my PhD studies in France. After it expires can I get out of the Schengen area e return to France the following day as a tourist? I would like to do this just to stay an extra week in France.
I’m not too familiar with the student visa in France. But usually there’s a one year extension after your graduation - temporary residence permit. Try and research for that perhaps.
Hello po, thanks for this informative video. just want to ask basic question regarding Visa application form. Where should we include the middle namein the form? Is it on the FIRST NAME/GIVEN NAME or Surname or surname at birth? Thank you
You will get a letter from the embassy why they refused your application. Only reapply once your circumstances changed that rectifies the reason for previous refusal, otherwise, you’ll get another refusal. Also explain about the refusal in a cover letter.
@JenniferEstella how turist visa from 1 year....specially schengen when they always give for the duration you stay,for 1 year is 360×30=10.800 euro what you need to show at bank statement....plus all the accomodation etc
I am planning to travel with my 2 friends in Czech Republic (Sept 7 is our schedule) & we have the same itinerary & hotel accommodations (1 room for the three of us) can we just make one combined cover letter for the three of us or do we need to make one cover letter per individual/applicant?
Is it OK to apply for your visa from one country, but travel to another? I am planning to travel to Spain but they are not taking applications at the moment. From everything I've read you have to apply from the country you intend to go to first or most, but is this a legal rule?
This happened to me before. As long as you have the bookings on the country you are applying (flights and accommodation), you can apply. However, that will be extra costs to you because you’re not really travelling there.
Quick question, i had an appointment yesterday and they said I have the wrong application form. Do you know where I can find the right one for Austria ? And thank you for these beneficial informations.
Hmm it’s strange that they did not give you the correct one at the appointment. Did a quick search and this one’s from their official website: www.bmeia.gv.at/fileadmin/user_upload/Vertretungen/Dublin/Form_C1_-_Antragsformular_Schengenvisum_de-eng.pdf Good luck!
There’s different processing requirements by country - best to do your own research, this video gives tips on how you can try and aim for longer period validity.
Hi, I’m going to apply for my second schengen visa in Spain Embassy. Im planning to stay for 15 days only. But I’m aiming to get a multiple entry visa. Do you recommend if I tick off the multiple entry or a single entry? Coz I have heard that even if you tick a single entry they can give you a multiple entry. So I’m confused if Im going to tick a single entry or the multiple entry on my application. Your advice will be appreciated. 🙏🏻😊
I suggest to tick the multiple entry visa, only if you have documentations for multiple travels (e.g. mention in your cover letter about your other planned travels and add the itinerary if you already have it). That increases the chance of you getting multiple entries.
Let me know how your application goes! 🎉
Hey jennifer ,I would like to know more about getting a visiting visa for Ireland
can you help me How do I get a Schengen visa
hello, I went for the dummy ticket link, but yet to receive any reservation form over email. any suggestion?
This is the most insightful tip on the Schengen Visa Application I have come across, far better than the many videos filled with unnecessary introductions and drama. Emphasize the importance and relevance of travel insurance to your future travel plans in your cover letter to strengthen your application for a multiple-entry visa or a visa with a longer duration or validity.
Thank you! I appreciate this! ☺️
This is the best video i've watched sofar about sch visa. Simple and well detailed.
Ahh thank you! Appreciate that ☺️
Thanks for sharing! those tips are useful for my german visa application.
Good luck! Let me know how it goes 🥳
This was such an informative video! I was wondering if you can tell me where you booked your reservation tickets. I’m planning not to buy the actual tickets yet for my Schengen visa application. Thank you very much!
Thanks for making this video.
Happy women’s day ❤
Me and my family got C Visa for 4 years in first go itself.
Congratulations! ☺️
Pawan bhai, If I may ask which country did you apply for, did you use VFS or Tsl
First tourist schegen visa application I got 4 years validity from France embassy in Dublin this month and got my passport back in 4 days
Hi where did you apply? Do you have the link? Thanks
Hi
Hello marwan can you help me please regarding applying for france in ireland
How
Most important point of all is the point of having money on your own. Othrs are no problem.
Even if i finance the whole trip of my Filipina friend and take care of all, she will not have a chance to get a visa, for visiting or tourist, if she has not a monthly pay slip and bank account with money from at leas thalf year each month comming in.
It’s not the money. If you are financing the whole trip and have the proof for that, then the financial capability is covered. However, your friend also needs to prove that she will leave the country accordingly. How? Certificate of Employment, payslips, owning a business or owning as asset - these could help prove that she/he will go home after. The money is not enough, she/he needs to leave the country as well.
Thanks Jen! Ill be submitting for my 2nd Schengen visa this coming july..didnt know that i can request longer visa duration in the cover letter for future travels.. great idea.. haha..thank you so much..
Yaaay! Good luck on your application. I hope you get a long one 🥳
What happened? Did you get it?
@@omgitssamxd9282 longer duration was denied..however the Danish Embassy called me to inform that they will grant the longer one if i can give flight details for Paris Olympics (which is the reason why i ask for longer one).. i didnt buy the flight ticket, coz its too early then..
Anyway the visa was approved with duration of 2 weeks only.. i guess Danish Embassy is really strict and not generous when it comes to visa application 😞😅
@@BienvenidoMarquezBacsal Ahhh I see! Hopefully you got to do all the things you needed to do within that duration though! May I know where and how did you ask for a longer duration (multiple entry)? Was it in the cover letter?
@@omgitssamxd9282 ohh i did.thankfully two weeks is enough to visit iceland and denmark
Okay so i initially i just want to apply the visa for Iceland and Denmark (this was Oct 2023).. upon realizing that Paris Olympics is coming (July 2024), i used it as the reason for multiple visa and longer duration..its my second time coming to europe so i thought it will be granted (i even tell this in my cover letter) however as mentioned..multiple entry was denied..
Thanks for this ate!! Looking forward to applying for my Schengen visa haha 👀💗
Love it! Lapit na yan 🥳
Hello. Thanks for your tips. Im applying for a schengen visa in Consulate general of Lithuania in Chicago. Idk if it differs from one embassy to another but for the self addressed return envelope, do u know if they have a preference between USPS, FedEx or UPS? Thanks
The link for the flight reservations website you added, have you used it personally?
Yup! Multiple times 🙂 just be aware that the reservations have validity period.
German Embassy in Botswana is very stingy. They only give you visa for the number of days of your trip. To you they may look generous. They don't treat people the same. The French Embassy here is more considerate.
Yeah, embassies could be different depending on the country.
Great video. How do you book dummy tickets? Which website and in what price?
what’s the minimum proof of funds required for a schengen visa?
There’s no specific figure for this, unfortunately. Just make sure you have enough funds to cover the length of your travel. Better to have a bigger balance if you’re travelling for a month vs travelling for a week.
Hi,
First of all thanks for your valuable information. Could you please let me know how I will apply second time same Schengen countries. Is there any renewal process or I just apply same as like new application.
Thank you
Thanks for video. Just a quick question, how we can get dummy tickets or only reservation for flights, what websites or apps?? Please. And thanks
Please check the description box for the links of the websites I use 🙂
Hi did you apply for Short stay or the long stay visa?
Nice video. Thanks for sharing your experiences 🙂
Thank you! 🙂
hello jen! I would like to know what kind of web to ur schengen?
Hey, what web do you mean?
Embassy into Europea is serve for citizens of other countries nation of release in their passport,, certification for birth certificate and marriage certificate in case you could not returned to your country nation..
Can u please share your cover letter,? Plz
Hey greaat video thanks for the tips. Who did you use for the travel insurance provider?
Thank you! 🥰 I use Chill Insurance - www.chill.ie
Does it depend on passport validity as well?
Hi Jen, how did you reserve flights for the Schengen visa application and also insurance? That's our main concern. Any tips would bel helpful.
I did get a dummy ticket for my application. Just note that the ticket is only valid for a certain period depending on the agency where you got it. The insurance, there’s no dummy, you need to buy an insurance. If you know the exact dates you are travelling, get the single trip insurance which is usually cheaper than multi trip (unless you are planning to travel multiple times, then multi trip makes more sense for you).
@@JenniferEstella Thanks for the reply. Do I really have to go through agents for the dummy tickets? Is there a way where I can get it myself?
@@bluepane5383 I don’t think you can get it yourself. These agents usually have a system to reserve tickets for a small amount. The last time I got it, it cost me $15 which isn’t too bad.
I have a question, should I buy flight ticket before getting the visa? what if the visa got rejected?
It’s not recommended to buy flight tickets before your travel.
Hey Jennifer - did you pay for the visa before your appointment or after? How much did you pay if you don't mind me asking. Since their are no appointments I'm wondering if it is worth it to go premium.
Hey @rozinarafiq2360, I assume you’re applying with TLS. They don’t charge the actual visa fee (€80) online- only on your appointment. You only pay online for the extras (premium, courier return, etc.) but you can also purchase this on your appointment day.
The premium appointment is merely a time slot outside of their normal working hours. There’s no special lounge or queue for this. It’s worth it if your travel is in 2-3 weeks, otherwise you can wait for the next slots to open up. You need to be fast tho, the normal times sell out like hotcakes!
It's for spain and with BLS. So I suppose the fee will be paid at the appointment.
Hi Jennifer, thanks for the video. Please can you help me out on how to get Schengen visa to Spain?
Hey there, you might have different steps based on your location.
Hi Jennifer, could you please advise, how did you submit the photos- 2 copies, did you get a stamp from the photo store on both the pictures with the photo store details and the date the picture was taken? Or only on one of them or on none of them.
The website only mentions of stamped photo but no further details. Would be great, if you could share your experience on this. TIA🙏🏽
Hey there! The embassy is very particular with the age of your photo but not ‘technical’ about it - with that, I mean they don’t look for date stamps. As long as the picture resembles you at your appointment, there shouldn’t be any problem. Reminder, don’t use any pictures from previous visas older than 6 months because they will catch it!
@@JenniferEstella Thank you for replying. One more query, do they need the details of the photo studio where it was clicked and a stamp/ written on the back of the picture
@@kirtig1764 it’s not required. ☺️
Hi! Sorry I cannot finish the video. How long did u get your visa after you applied for it?
So if youre given a one month Visa for Netherlands can you go for one week in Amsterdam , then go to belgium , then france … and so on until your visa expires ?
Absolutely 💯
Hi Jenn, your video is very helpful. Can I ask if its fine to apply for visa as early as now when my travel dates are like early next year?
Thank you! ☺️ The earliest you can apply for visa is 3 months before your intended travel date.
What are the financial requirements? What if you do not have an invite letter?
There’s no specific amount required by the embassies. If you do not have an invite letter, then you should have proof that you are able to sustain your travel and your way back home - flights, hotels, etc.
Hi Jen, just would like to ask how fast is it getting shengen visa for Germany. Is it also getting an appointment? Thanks
Hi there I hope you are well,im portuguese but I live in uk, im planning to invite my filipina girlfriend to visit me in portugal and stay in my parents home with me in south portugal,would it be better to reserve hotels just in case?or could i ask my mother to write a invitation letter for her?
Kind regards
Hi, thanks for this video. I just want to clarify did you just say that I can apply to the embassy of Germany or the Netherlands just for longer visa validity but the country that I'll visit is another country let's say for example France?
You can apply to any schengen country but you need to provide travel documentation visiting that country - in your case, France. Regardless who gave the visa, you can use it anywhere within the schengen area.
If I live in 🇦🇺 as filipino expat, I want to travel to Italian and Paris, after completing all the requirements- when I book my appointment, I need to go to Italy embassy since I will stay here longer, even I have a Filipino ? Thank you
Hi i have applied for my wife to travel with me to Paris for Olympic games. hope they process it quickly as the games are only few weeks away!
Usually takes 4-6 weeks 🙂 good luck and enjoy your vacation!
I have checked the reviews of visa flight revservation and it seems its credibility is questionable.
How did you get the visa for 2 years? Isn't Schenegan visa valid only for 6 months and you can stay in that area for 3 months?
They can give you longer period if they see fit. ☺️ and you’re right, the validity of my visa is for 2 years but I can only stay up to 90 days at once.
@@JenniferEstella Ah okay! Thanks for the clarification!
How. Can I find dummy flight tickets please
There’s a link in the description. You can purchase from there.
Czech Republic in Dubai 1month single entry visa with 8 days max duration
Woah, they’re a bit stingy!
Got my Schengen visa from spain. can i travel to Italy first?
is france generous with the duration ?
Thanks for your video. However, the link you mentioned for dummy tickets is selling non verifiable fake tickets. Please be aware of that since I just bought a ticket from them and I couldn't verify it.
Hi Ahmed, hmm, that’s strange. I’ve always used this and never got a problem with my tickets… how are you trying to verify it?
@JenniferEstella By the ticket reference number on the main airline website. It's totally a scam website that charges you for made-up flights
Hello I already submitted my application and noticed that I have to cancel my hotel reservation before my appointment. What should I do?
Perhaps you can book another room on the same hotel under the same name.
If I am to apply for multiple entry visa, should I buy a multi trip or single trip travel insurance
Not guaranteed, but it can help your request for a multiple entry visa. Also make sure you have enough funds for multiple travels.
Which service/site are you using for "dummy" tix?
This is the one I use : bookforvisa.com ☺️
Hi is it different agency the one you added in the description and the one you mentioned here for dummy ticket? If its different which one is better option and how long the ticket validity as visa processing time is 15days ish? Please kindly reply. Thanks@@JenniferEstella
Hello please do I need to book a multiple entry travel insurance if I intend to apply for a multiple entry visa or I just book an insurance for the duration of my first trip
There’s no requirement to book multi travel insurance but it will strengthen the proof that you will travel multiple times.
Won’t you have an issue using dummy tickets for visa applications
As long as it’s valid during your visa application period, it should be okay.
jen how easy would it be to get my mother in law to Ireland for say 6 weeks holiday from Cebu, she's never traveled before ever.
Hey Trevor, that will be a nice holiday for your mother-in-law! It might be a little tricky because the application center is in Manila. It’s processed thru VFS which makes it a little more organized but she will need to get appointment and apply in person. What I heard is it can take around 2 months processing.
Hello jen
I have already a schengen french visa from my compang a working visa its possible i can use for holiday in europe..my sister living in netherlands plan to invite me please advice me what to do and thank you ..God bless
Hello po.. pwde po pa gawa ng step by step application process for schegen? From their website application to submission of documents until na receive ug visa mo.. salamat ng marami. God bless.
Will take note of this. ☺️
Did you get a 3 year visa for a tourist visa application ? How long were the trips(stays+itineraries) you used to apply for the visa? And was each of the 1 , 2 and 3 year visas granted for a visa where you specifically requested a multiple entry visa?
2-year tourist visa 🙂 I got it mainly because that’s my 3rd time applying to the same embassy.
If you’re aiming for longer period, plan for future travels and mention it on your cover letter. If it’s too far away in terms of time, you don’t need to include hotel bookings/flights.
Hi Jennifer, Do you have to go to the country that issued the Schengen Visa First to actiavte the visa before going to another country? Example, if France gave you a visa, do you hvae to go to France before going to Spain?
Nope, not necessarily. As long as you have the Schengen visa, you can enter anywhere in the Schengen area.
@@JenniferEstella thank you. I followed your tips on your video and I got my Schengen Visa. 3 Months.
So i just wanted to be sure on which of the countries I could visit first.
@@tomiwaaareola5761 Just want to clarify, for your application did you (for example you got the visa from France) have accommodations and reserve flight bookings to France in your requirements?
Even when your target country is spain?
Hi, Jen. thanks for the visa information. Kindly advice me, should I re-apply for the recruiting post in Ireland which I was unsuccessful at interview stage 3 months ago ?
Hi, it might be difficult to get another interview given they’ve recently processed your application… if there’s a massive difference in your credentials from 3 months ago, then maybe yes. But if none, I’d suggest to not get your hopes up and try another company / role instead. Good luck! 🙂
thanks a million (like Irish) Jen!
Hi, I have a trip to Paris and Italy in October but the appointment slots for both are full for the rest of the year. Can I just apply my schengen through a less busy embassy here like Netherlands or Finland and get temporary ticket and hotel and include that in my itinerary for the application. And when I get my schengen, can I proceed with my original plan of just Paris and Italy?
Good question, I will have the same route next year so I hope she can help you
Hi Jen, I was wondering if you can include plans like applying for a working holiday visa once you arrive somewhere, as part of your application? As most of these types of visas require you to be in the country to apply ?
Hey, you apply working holiday visas from the embassy on your home country - not on the destination country. If you are applying for a tourist visa, it’s better to only provide info on your travel plans (short-term stay) not for long stay.
Thanks for the video, however I took travel insurence silver quete from Chil to apply for shengan in German Visa Application Center in Chicago, they didn't accept it, so watch out.
Hey there, thanks for the feedback! The German embassy in the US might be different. Chill is an EU company based in Ireland. They might want a US travel insurance company perhaps?
Hi Jen. Im just new here in Ireland (3months) I am currently in Stamp1 and still on the process for my Critical skills visa, is it possible to travel outside Ireland? Thank you and Happy new year!
Hi, congrats on your move! Yes, you can travel outside of Ireland once you have your IRP already.
Thank you for your response 😊
Yoo much music!
That is why they don't use music background on a classroom.
Hi May I know the accurate documents and form from Australia to Sweden using the Armenian/russian passport thru VFS Global Visa?😊
Love the tips, Great video.
Quick question:
Im self employed: If employment salary by hand, how can I provide payslips and company is not registered for employment letter. Please help
There’s a different set of requirements for self-employed. Like your financial statements, etc.
@@JenniferEstella there is, you right.
Self-employed: Proof of company registration/ commercial license and VAT Certificate or tax Clearance certificate.
Do I use the Tax clearance option?
Note: I appreciate your response.
Hi I'm travelling to Paris next week. First time schengen visa holder. Am I allowed to cross to Belgium for a day trip via train and return the same day? Will they check in the border?
Yup! Totally allowed. Enjoy! 🙂
There’s no border check via train. You can also travel via plane and there’ll be no border check because flights within Schengen area are considered domestic 😊
Thanks a lot for video God bless you ma'am ❤
Thank you po! ❤️
I’m applying for a Portugal Schengen visa I’m applying for 15 days if I apply for 15 days will I get 15 day visa or can I get longer visa
You need to tell them your travel dates at the minimum. You can try to apply for multiple entries if you can provide details of your future travels. That does not guarantee multiple entries, but it’s worth a try.
Hi, so my son is going for his bachelors to Germany and I want to go with him to help him with initial stage of settling down then I want to visit him after 6 months again during my leave. Can i mention in my visa application all that to get a longer visa?
Of course! And good luck with your application 🙂
I'm an American on Tourist arrival status. Can I apply while still in Germany for a one year?
Is it safe to buy airline ticket before visa approval? Thanks
In general, embassies don’t advise buying tickets because it won’t be refunded by the embassy. If your application is declined, that money is wasted (unless you have it refundable or rebookable). They usually ask for a flight reservation or detailed travel plans.
@Jennifer Thank you for the provided details, I am struggling to get an appointment from TLS in Dublin , would you share some tips on this matter?
Are you applying from the Germam embassy? I think they have the most appointments available compared to other embassies. The best way is to keep checking their website because they release appointments in bulk.
If my work place doesn’t give payslips how can I convince the consular officer about my salary especially if I’m been paid directly in hand then after I will go and deposit to my bank account. Need your guidance on this please
It might be tricky. But perhaps a letter from your employer stating your role, start date, and salary can help.
@@JenniferEstella thanks so much
Hey So when we get visa for the first country so we have to go there and after that can you go to another country ? Do you have to depart from the same country of your visa
Normally, you apply to the main destination (i.e. longest stay). If all countries have the same duration, you apply to the point of entry. You can exit from anywhere.
@@JenniferEstella thanks girly. I have loads of questions and googles messes with me. Every time. 🙈. And can we go to another Schengen country with the same visa later on ?
Hey! Im unable to get an appointment on vfs for netherlands, it simply doesnt show any dates at all. Do you have any idea on this?
Hey! It means the sched is not available yet. You need to keep on checking when they release it.
Hey. We have the same issue. I wrote them an e-mail and complained since there were no open slots for weeks. Maybe they are overwhelmed by the amount of applicants or they even fired personal during the pandemic. How should one properly plan a trip like that since you have to be physically present in Manila for the biometric data? This is their answer:
Kindly be informed that the appointment slot for the month of October has opened in the last week of September.
However, Kindly be informed that the appointment slots for October are fully booked and appointment schedules for November are not open yet. Appointment slots for the following month usually open on the last week of the current month.
This would mean in my understanding that next week (Monday) the slots for November open.
Question -- in these long term 1 year , 2 year visas, the duration of stay is 90 days so does it mean that in these two years I can be present in schengen area only for 90 days or is it the circulatory visa that is referencing the 90/180 rule which means 90 days in the 180 days and all. Please help clarify. How to be 100% sure?
It depends, do you have single or multiple entries? The duration of stay is for every visit to Schengen area. If multiple, then every visit, you can stay for 90 days, fly out of the Schengen area, then fly in again and your duration of stay renews.
@@JenniferEstella i got multiple entries
Good morning po . I’m planning po mag travel sa Spain this coming September. Pwede na po ba ako mag apply ng visa?
Nope, earliest you can apply is 3 months before your flight. Check for appointments earlier though kase mabilis maubos
Thanks po sa info. May tutorial video po kayo how to book a dummy ticket?
How long take to get visa Netherlands
Hey Jennifer !! I have applied for Greece visa and got visa only for 9 days and I want to travel to Germany just in some days after that. Do I need to apply for visa extension or can I apply for another to Germany ? Also how many days does it take to get the Germany visa ? (I am an Indian student studying in the UK )
Has anyone applied to Spain? On South African passport? Officially seems to be 30 days from Ireland but I wonder if going directly to an Embassy is better.
Hello Jennifer, I have a question. My gf got the Schengen visa. Is it possible to entry the country before the mentioned date at the visa? I found cheaper flight one week before. We still are below 90 days.
Hi, no. You won’t be allowed by the airline at visa check, and if you get through it for some reason, the immigration at your destination country will deny you.
@@JenniferEstella Thank for the reply. And if I pick a flight which is dated later for the entry?
I have tried to make an appointment for my Filipina girlfriend to visit me in Finland. However, so far I have not had any success in making an appointment for her in Manila. It seems the visa appointment is beyond my abilities, She has also asked friends and contacts to help her but no luck despite many trying. Any suggestions-?
question kabayan, sa travel history, ok lang kaya na ang travel history ko ay as work not tourist.
Yup! Okay yan 🙂
Hi, If i had Schengen visa 1 year back, do i need to again make an appointment at TLS contact if I am applying again?
Yes you do.
Thank You@@JenniferEstella
Schengen card is not Visa..
Schengen card is for Europea resident..
In America is Green Card..
There’s no schengen card. It’s a visa.
Schengen Card.. never had as I live in Europea..
Yup, you don’t need a Schengen visa if you’re from Europe.
Didn't it 6 months?? For visa ??
Hi, may I ask, for the visa issued for more than 90 days validity of stay, did you also received a residence permit or not?
No, the visa is only for tourism.
Please which travel insurance you use for multiple entry
Chill insurance. It’s on the description box ☺️
Hi! I'm from Czech Republic and I invited my friend from Egypt to visit me in Prague. He already had the appointment and we had all the documents including invitation letter. We planned to visit some other countries like Italy once he gets here. But during the interview he was a bit nervous and mixed up the dates of the trips we planned. Do you think it can affect the results? Otherwise I think all the documents were 100%. Thanks!
I can’t say for sure if it will or not. The officers have definitely encountered many nervous applicants. If your documents are perfect, then hopefully he’ll be fine. Good luck and enjoy the trips! ☺️
@@JenniferEstellaHi
Hello. Do you actually pay for dummy tickets? Cos I saw 15 pounds
Yup! It's $15 which is still cheaper compared to buying the actual tickets :)
Hi! Where to book for dummy tickets po? Thank you
2 times already I try feb 01, and May 01, 2024 always I received reply from the embassy not accept and full slot in abudhabi, uae. Please help me what should I do to get in appointment in embassy in abudhabi, thank you
Maybe try to get an appointment from another embassy.
I have a student visa to do one year of my PhD studies in France. After it expires can I get out of the Schengen area e return to France the following day as a tourist? I would like to do this just to stay an extra week in France.
I’m not too familiar with the student visa in France. But usually there’s a one year extension after your graduation - temporary residence permit. Try and research for that perhaps.
Hello po, thanks for this informative video.
just want to ask basic question regarding Visa application form. Where should we include the middle namein the form? Is it on the FIRST NAME/GIVEN NAME or Surname or surname at birth? Thank you
Hmm, in all my previous applications, I have never indicated my middle name. It’s just the given name and surname.
@Jennifer Estella what is the right purpose to choose for internship
Visa for internship? 🤔
@@JenniferEstella yes please
Hi sister..... I apply swiss schengen visa the given refusal... If I reapply again there is giving visa again
You will get a letter from the embassy why they refused your application. Only reapply once your circumstances changed that rectifies the reason for previous refusal, otherwise, you’ll get another refusal. Also explain about the refusal in a cover letter.
But what type of visa you get for 1 year???
Tourist visa
@JenniferEstella how turist visa from 1 year....specially schengen when they always give for the duration you stay,for 1 year is 360×30=10.800 euro what you need to show at bank statement....plus all the accomodation etc
I am planning to travel with my 2 friends in Czech Republic (Sept 7 is our schedule) & we have the same itinerary & hotel accommodations (1 room for the three of us) can we just make one combined cover letter for the three of us or do we need to make one cover letter per individual/applicant?
Hey, you should have separate cover letters because your applications are reviewed separately.
Is it OK to apply for your visa from one country, but travel to another? I am planning to travel to Spain but they are not taking applications at the moment. From everything I've read you have to apply from the country you intend to go to first or most, but is this a legal rule?
This happened to me before. As long as you have the bookings on the country you are applying (flights and accommodation), you can apply. However, that will be extra costs to you because you’re not really travelling there.
Quick question, i had an appointment yesterday and they said I have the wrong application form. Do you know where I can find the right one for Austria ?
And thank you for these beneficial informations.
Hmm it’s strange that they did not give you the correct one at the appointment. Did a quick search and this one’s from their official website: www.bmeia.gv.at/fileadmin/user_upload/Vertretungen/Dublin/Form_C1_-_Antragsformular_Schengenvisum_de-eng.pdf
Good luck!
@@JenniferEstella thank you!
Thanks could I ask how to apply from emirates
There’s different processing requirements by country - best to do your own research, this video gives tips on how you can try and aim for longer period validity.
Where’s the link to apply?
Each embassy has their own so you should check from the embassy/country you are applying for. There’s no central application for Schengen visa.
Hi, I’m going to apply for my second schengen visa in Spain Embassy. Im planning to stay for 15 days only. But I’m aiming to get a multiple entry visa. Do you recommend if I tick off the multiple entry or a single entry? Coz I have heard that even if you tick a single entry they can give you a multiple entry. So I’m confused if Im going to tick a single entry or the multiple entry on my application. Your advice will be appreciated. 🙏🏻😊
I suggest to tick the multiple entry visa, only if you have documentations for multiple travels (e.g. mention in your cover letter about your other planned travels and add the itinerary if you already have it). That increases the chance of you getting multiple entries.