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Which Schengen countries take applications in Manchester, where the VFS, TLScontact, BLS and GVCW centres are, who must use them and how far ahead to book.
· 11 min read
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Schengen visa advice for people living in the UK
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Schengen visa cover letter and template
How to write a Schengen visa cover letter as a UK resident: what to include, a full sample template, versions for workers, students and family visits.
· 9 min read
Schengen visa documents checklist
Schengen visa document checklist for UK residents: core documents, extras for employed, self-employed, students, retired and children, and mistakes to avoid.
· 9 min read
Schengen visa fee from the UK
The Schengen visa fee from the UK in 2026: €90 adults, €45 children 6-11, free under 6. What you pay in pounds, who is exempt, and the provider charges on top.
· 10 min read
Schengen visa for Bangladeshi nationals in the UK
Schengen visa for Bangladeshi passport holders in the UK: where to apply for Spain, Italy, France and more, name formats, apostilles, funds and transit visas.
· 10 min read
Schengen visa for Indian nationals in the UK
Schengen visa for Indian passport holders living in the UK: where to apply for Spain, France, Italy and more, eVisa proof, documents and the visa cascade.
· 10 min read
Schengen visa for Nigerian nationals in the UK
Schengen visa for Nigerian passport holders in the UK: which centre to use, eVisa status, bank evidence, name mismatches, legalisation and transit visas.
· 10 min read
Schengen visa for Pakistani nationals in the UK
Schengen visa guide for Pakistani passport holders living in the UK: where to apply by country, eVisa proof, Urdu documents, bank statements and refusals.
· 10 min read
Schengen visa for students in the UK
How international students in the UK apply for a Schengen visa: eVisa share code, enrolment letter, funds and sponsors, term-time timing and visa expiry rules.
· 10 min read
Schengen visa for UK dependants and spouses
Schengen visa on a UK dependant visa: who can apply from the UK, the sponsor documents, marriage certificate rules, family fees and spouses of EU citizens.
· 10 min read
Schengen visa if you are self-employed
Self-employed or a company director in the UK? The documents consulates expect: SA302s, Companies House records, business and personal bank statements.
· 8 min read
Schengen visa on a UK refugee travel document
Do UK refugee travel document holders need a Schengen visa? The 1959 agreement, which countries confirm a visa, Croatia's exemption and how to apply in the UK.
· 8 min read
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