Valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay
Two recent passport-sized photos (45mm x 35mm)
Official document showing family relationships
All previous passports with travel history
For applicants under 18 years old, signed by both parents at a Public Notary
Last 3-6 months showing sufficient funds
Pay slips, employment letter, tax returns
If no personal bank statements available
Proof of assets (optional but recommended)
Flight reservations (round-trip preferred)
Confirmed hotel bookings for entire stay
Medical coverage for all Schengen countries
If visiting family or friends in Europe
Passport, residence proof, financial documents
For employees: position, salary, leave approval
For business owners: company registration documents
For students: enrollment certificate
All Arabic documents must be translated into English or the language of the Schengen country you're applying to by a certified translator.
Schengen tourist visas are typically valid for 90 days within a 180-day period, but can be valid for up to 5 years for regular visitors.
Schengen visa processing usually takes 15 to 30 working days, but can extend to 60 days in some cases.
Yes, a Schengen visa allows travel between all 27 Schengen area countries during its validity period.
Travel insurance must cover at least €30,000, cover all Schengen countries, and be valid for the entire duration of stay.
Schengen visas can only be extended in exceptional cases such as illness, force majeure, or humanitarian reasons, and you must apply before it expires.
No, a Schengen tourist visa does not permit work. You need a separate work visa from the country where you want to work.
Refusal rates vary by country but average between 25-35%. It depends on the efficiency of your application and proof of return intention.