Schengen Visa for Estonia | Book Estonian Visa Appointment in the UK
Schengen Visa for Estonia | Book Estonian Visa Appointment in the UK
28 Ara 2024
28 Ara 2024
Notification and Auto-booking services available
Information about the required documents can be found on the website
The status of the application can be tracked at the link
Who Can Apply from the UK?
Applicant must at least meet the following criteria in order to be eligible to submit a Schengen visa application:
hold a valid travel document and a valid residence status in the UK (residence permit card and/or UKVI immigration status printout).
apply for a short term Schengen visa to Estonia: for Tourism (including minors), Private Visit, Business, Study/Conference/Seminat, EEA/EU and Swiss national family member, or for other short stay purposes.
Visa Types
Short stay visas Categories:
Tourism
Business
Private (family, friends) visit
Study Visa
Family member of EU/EEA citizen (spouses and children)
Other Short Stay Purposes
Digital Nomad Visa
Long-stay (D) visa
Documents Required
⚠️ Please find the detailed list of required documents in the CHECKLIST for Tourism.
Please include the checklist with your application. Incomplete applications may not be accepted.
All C-visa applicants should be able to show 70 EUR per person for each day they plan to spend in the Schengen area.
Please Note: If you plan to visit other Schengen countries after Estonia, please present travel schedule and all relevant documents proving your intended travelling.
Valid travel document and one photocopy of it. Travel documents issued 10 years prior to the date of submitting the application are not accepted. The travel document must be valid at least three months after the completion of the journey. Travel document must contain two (2) blank pages.
Schengen visa ONLINE application form duly completed. The printout dated and signed by the applicant.
Recent colour passport photograph, taken within the past six (6) months, white or light background, neutral face expression.
Travel medical insurance, which must be valid for the whole duration of the travel. The minimum amount of the insurance coverage is 30 000 euros and it must be valid in whole Schengen area or worldwide. The travel medical insurance must be acquired from an insurance company approved by the Schengen countries.
A valid UK biometric residence card (+ one photocopy that must be submitted) and a printout of the applicant’s UKVI immigration status. This proof of status can be obtained through the share code generated from the UKVI account. Residency status in the UK must be valid for at least one (1) month beyond the intended departure from the territory of the Schengen area.
Proof of reserved return ticket(s) to the UK or proof of onward travel (if not returning to the UK).
Proof of accomodation or of sufficient means to cover the costs of accommodation. Cash is not accepted. Booking confirmation must include full names of persons staying (eg. booking made for 2 must include 2 names in the booking confirmation). Booking confirmation without a name is not valid.
UK bank account statements in applicant’s name covering at least the last three months and showing the balance.
Credit card(s) and credit card account statement indicating the cardholder’s name and address. The statement must contain information on the monthly limit or the spending cap.
If the applicant is financially supported by his/her spouse or by his/her parent(s) (e.g. the applicant does not work): a) a marriage certificate or other proof of family relationship; b) the spouse’s or parent(s) bank account statements; and c) a statement of will to support the applicant.
Employed should present: a) recent, official and signed letter from the employer with name, date of issue, address, contact details, position of signatory and registration number in UK. The position and salary of the employee should also be indicated; and b) pay slips for the last three months.
Self-employed should present: a) recent, official and signed letter from an accountant, banker or solicitor with name, date of issue, address, contact details, position of signatory and registration number in the UK, stating the nature of the self-employment or business ownership in the UK. The letter must also state the annual salary drawn from the company; and b) self-assessment form edited by revenue and customs authorities.
Students should present a recent, official and signed letter from school, college or university in the UK stating date of issue, name of the applicant, type of studies, number of lessons (hours) per week, attendance record.
For minors (children below 18 years) a birth certificate should be presented; and for minors travelling alone or with only one parent: a) passports of both parents, or certified copy of the biodata page of the passports; b) written consent of legal guardian to travel; c) British school certificate.
In the case of sole custody, the following documents should be presented: a) birth certificate mentioning one parent; b) death certificate of absent parent; or c) court ruling.
🚨 The documents may vary depending on the purpose and applicant's details 🚨
Step-by-Step Guide to the Application Process
Identify visa type (Choose the right visa for your trip).
Begin your application (Get started with your visa application).
Once you are ready to apply , fill up the C-visa form online OR the D-visa form online.
Prepare Documents: Ensure all required documents are ready and properly organized.
Book an Appointment: After booking your appointment, you will receive an e-mail confirming your appointment, with a confirmation letter attached. If you apply as a family or other kind of group, please mention you are a member of a group. It is necessary to book an individual appointment for each member of a group.
Pay the Fees: Once you have made your application, you will need to pay your visa application fee. If you download the form to print and bring to the Visa Application Centre, payment will be made at the time of your appointment. You can pay the visa fee at the visa application centre
Submit Application: Attend the appointment at the visa center, submit your documents, and provide biometrics.
Track your application (Stay informed about the progress of your application)
Collect your passport: After a visa application decision has been made, you can pick up your passport from the Visa Application Centre or have your passport returned to you by courier for an additional fee.
When collecting your documents yourself, please bring:
your valid ID; and
the receipt issued by the Visa Application Centre.
When sending someone else to collect them, please bring:
a letter of authorization signed by you;
a copy of your valid ID;
the valid ID of the person collecting for you; and
the receipt issued to you by the Visa Application Centre.
Processing Time
Schengen short stay visas can only be processed within 15 calendar days (Excluding day of submission at VFS). The processing time can exceed the above mentioned period up to 30 days and, exceptionally, 60 days, if your application needs further scrutiny or if you need to submit additional documents.
A Schengen Member State may require that the central authorities of other Member States consult its central authorities when dealing with applications submitted by nationals of specific third countries or a list of specific categories of such nationals.
IMPORTANT! Having a visa does not automatically entitle you to entry. Visa holders must present evidence at the external border that they comply with the entry conditions set out in Article 6 of the Schengen Borders Code.
How to Book an Appointment
Booking a slot for your visa application can be a daunting task, especially during high travel seasons. This is where Visard.io simplifies the process:
• Instant Notifications: Receive updates on available appointment slots.
• Automated Booking: Secure your appointment seamlessly through the platform.
• Convenience: Avoid the hassle of manually searching for slots.
Important notes
Visiting more than one Schengen country?
You will have to obtain the Schengen visa from the country where the main purpose of travel lies.
When travelling to more than one Schengen country, submit your application with the country where you will be staying the longest. In case of equally long stays, you have to apply with the Schengen country where you arrive first.
Also travelling to a non-Schengen country?
When also travelling to another country outside the Schengen area (for example in the Caribbean, Canada, the United Kingdom and/or the United States), apply for the other visa first, before applying for the Schengen visa.
Notification and Auto-booking services available
Information about the required documents can be found on the website
The status of the application can be tracked at the link
Who Can Apply from the UK?
Applicant must at least meet the following criteria in order to be eligible to submit a Schengen visa application:
hold a valid travel document and a valid residence status in the UK (residence permit card and/or UKVI immigration status printout).
apply for a short term Schengen visa to Estonia: for Tourism (including minors), Private Visit, Business, Study/Conference/Seminat, EEA/EU and Swiss national family member, or for other short stay purposes.
Visa Types
Short stay visas Categories:
Tourism
Business
Private (family, friends) visit
Study Visa
Family member of EU/EEA citizen (spouses and children)
Other Short Stay Purposes
Digital Nomad Visa
Long-stay (D) visa
Documents Required
⚠️ Please find the detailed list of required documents in the CHECKLIST for Tourism.
Please include the checklist with your application. Incomplete applications may not be accepted.
All C-visa applicants should be able to show 70 EUR per person for each day they plan to spend in the Schengen area.
Please Note: If you plan to visit other Schengen countries after Estonia, please present travel schedule and all relevant documents proving your intended travelling.
Valid travel document and one photocopy of it. Travel documents issued 10 years prior to the date of submitting the application are not accepted. The travel document must be valid at least three months after the completion of the journey. Travel document must contain two (2) blank pages.
Schengen visa ONLINE application form duly completed. The printout dated and signed by the applicant.
Recent colour passport photograph, taken within the past six (6) months, white or light background, neutral face expression.
Travel medical insurance, which must be valid for the whole duration of the travel. The minimum amount of the insurance coverage is 30 000 euros and it must be valid in whole Schengen area or worldwide. The travel medical insurance must be acquired from an insurance company approved by the Schengen countries.
A valid UK biometric residence card (+ one photocopy that must be submitted) and a printout of the applicant’s UKVI immigration status. This proof of status can be obtained through the share code generated from the UKVI account. Residency status in the UK must be valid for at least one (1) month beyond the intended departure from the territory of the Schengen area.
Proof of reserved return ticket(s) to the UK or proof of onward travel (if not returning to the UK).
Proof of accomodation or of sufficient means to cover the costs of accommodation. Cash is not accepted. Booking confirmation must include full names of persons staying (eg. booking made for 2 must include 2 names in the booking confirmation). Booking confirmation without a name is not valid.
UK bank account statements in applicant’s name covering at least the last three months and showing the balance.
Credit card(s) and credit card account statement indicating the cardholder’s name and address. The statement must contain information on the monthly limit or the spending cap.
If the applicant is financially supported by his/her spouse or by his/her parent(s) (e.g. the applicant does not work): a) a marriage certificate or other proof of family relationship; b) the spouse’s or parent(s) bank account statements; and c) a statement of will to support the applicant.
Employed should present: a) recent, official and signed letter from the employer with name, date of issue, address, contact details, position of signatory and registration number in UK. The position and salary of the employee should also be indicated; and b) pay slips for the last three months.
Self-employed should present: a) recent, official and signed letter from an accountant, banker or solicitor with name, date of issue, address, contact details, position of signatory and registration number in the UK, stating the nature of the self-employment or business ownership in the UK. The letter must also state the annual salary drawn from the company; and b) self-assessment form edited by revenue and customs authorities.
Students should present a recent, official and signed letter from school, college or university in the UK stating date of issue, name of the applicant, type of studies, number of lessons (hours) per week, attendance record.
For minors (children below 18 years) a birth certificate should be presented; and for minors travelling alone or with only one parent: a) passports of both parents, or certified copy of the biodata page of the passports; b) written consent of legal guardian to travel; c) British school certificate.
In the case of sole custody, the following documents should be presented: a) birth certificate mentioning one parent; b) death certificate of absent parent; or c) court ruling.
🚨 The documents may vary depending on the purpose and applicant's details 🚨
Step-by-Step Guide to the Application Process
Identify visa type (Choose the right visa for your trip).
Begin your application (Get started with your visa application).
Once you are ready to apply , fill up the C-visa form online OR the D-visa form online.
Prepare Documents: Ensure all required documents are ready and properly organized.
Book an Appointment: After booking your appointment, you will receive an e-mail confirming your appointment, with a confirmation letter attached. If you apply as a family or other kind of group, please mention you are a member of a group. It is necessary to book an individual appointment for each member of a group.
Pay the Fees: Once you have made your application, you will need to pay your visa application fee. If you download the form to print and bring to the Visa Application Centre, payment will be made at the time of your appointment. You can pay the visa fee at the visa application centre
Submit Application: Attend the appointment at the visa center, submit your documents, and provide biometrics.
Track your application (Stay informed about the progress of your application)
Collect your passport: After a visa application decision has been made, you can pick up your passport from the Visa Application Centre or have your passport returned to you by courier for an additional fee.
When collecting your documents yourself, please bring:
your valid ID; and
the receipt issued by the Visa Application Centre.
When sending someone else to collect them, please bring:
a letter of authorization signed by you;
a copy of your valid ID;
the valid ID of the person collecting for you; and
the receipt issued to you by the Visa Application Centre.
Processing Time
Schengen short stay visas can only be processed within 15 calendar days (Excluding day of submission at VFS). The processing time can exceed the above mentioned period up to 30 days and, exceptionally, 60 days, if your application needs further scrutiny or if you need to submit additional documents.
A Schengen Member State may require that the central authorities of other Member States consult its central authorities when dealing with applications submitted by nationals of specific third countries or a list of specific categories of such nationals.
IMPORTANT! Having a visa does not automatically entitle you to entry. Visa holders must present evidence at the external border that they comply with the entry conditions set out in Article 6 of the Schengen Borders Code.
How to Book an Appointment
Booking a slot for your visa application can be a daunting task, especially during high travel seasons. This is where Visard.io simplifies the process:
• Instant Notifications: Receive updates on available appointment slots.
• Automated Booking: Secure your appointment seamlessly through the platform.
• Convenience: Avoid the hassle of manually searching for slots.
Important notes
Visiting more than one Schengen country?
You will have to obtain the Schengen visa from the country where the main purpose of travel lies.
When travelling to more than one Schengen country, submit your application with the country where you will be staying the longest. In case of equally long stays, you have to apply with the Schengen country where you arrive first.
Also travelling to a non-Schengen country?
When also travelling to another country outside the Schengen area (for example in the Caribbean, Canada, the United Kingdom and/or the United States), apply for the other visa first, before applying for the Schengen visa.