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Applying for a Schengen Visa in Canada

Canadian citizens can travel to the Schengen Area without needing a Schengen visa. However, this exemption doesn’t apply to all foreign residents living in Canada.

If you’re a non-Canadian national residing in Canada and you hold a passport from a country that doesn’t have a visa-free agreement with the EU, you’ll need to apply for a Schengen visa before travelling to any Schengen Area country.

Our Schengen visa experts have crafted this guide to assist you in applying for a Schengen visa from Canada. Filled with valuable tips and expert advice, this guide will help you prepare thoroughly for your Schengen visa application in Canada.

How to Apply for a Visa to the Schengen Area from Canada?

To apply for a Schengen Visa from Canada, you have to follow these steps:

  1. Check if You Need a Schengen Visa
  2. Confirm Your Eligibility to Apply from Canada
  3. Understand the Type of Visa You Need
  4. Determine Where to Lodge Your Visa Application
  5. Complete and Download the Application Form
  6. Schedule Your Visa Appointment
  7. Prepare the Required Documents
  8. Attend your Appointment
  9. Wait For the Visa to Process
  10. Collect Your Passport

Check if You Need a Schengen Visa

Whether or not travellers from Canada require a visa to enter the EU/Schengen area varies depending on nationality.

If You Have Canadian Citizenship

If you have Canadian citizenship, you do not need a Schengen visa for a short stay of up to 90 days. However, you do need a long-term visa if you plan on staying longer than 90 days and taking up employment or studying in the Schengen Area.

Starting from May 2025, Canadian citizens will have to apply for an ETIAS visa prior to their travel towards Europe, in order to be allowed to enter the territory.

You Do Not Need a Visa

You do not need a visa for the Schengen Area if you are a foreign resident living in Canada (not a citizen) and if:

Please note that holders of a Blue Travel Document (refugee travel document) issued from Canada may be exempt from a Schengen visa when traveling to specific Schengen countries. You need to verify this with the corresponding Schengen embassy.

You Need a Visa

You will have to apply for a Schengen visa when travelling from Canada to any member of the EU/Schengen zone if:

You can also use our Schengen visa wizard, to determine if you require a visa to travel from Canada to the Schengen zone. This tool also assists you in locating the appropriate embassy, consulate, or visa application center in Canada where you can submit your Schengen visa application.

Schengen Visa Checker & Application Center Locator in Canada

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Confirm Your Eligibility to Apply from Canada

To be eligible to apply for a Schengen visa from Canada, you must be a legally registered resident.

This includes permanent residents or individuals holding valid Canadian study or work permits. Furthermore, your permit must be valid for at least three months beyond your planned return from the Schengen Area.

As a Non-Canadian Resident, Where Should I Submit My Application?

If you are not a Canadian resident, you must apply for a Schengen visa from your home country, not from Canada.

* In exceptional situations, EU authorities might consider applications from individuals holding a Canadian long-term visitor’s visa as legitimate cases of force majeure.

Understand the Type of Visa You Need

If your plan involves a short trip to the EU/Schengen zone, lasting up to 90 days, whether it’s for tourism, visiting friends and family, or business purposes, you should apply for a short-stay visa, commonly referred to as a C-type or Schengen visa.

Short-Stay Visa (C) Types

If you’re travelling from Canada to the Schengen zone for reasons other than short visits or if you intend to stay for more than 90 days, you’ll require a long-stay visa, which is also referred to as a D-type visa or National visa.

Long-Stay Visa (D) Types

These types of visas are issued to non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens who wish to travel to a Schengen or EU country for work or for any purpose that requires a stay of longer than 90 days.

Each EU/Schengen member country handles the issuance and rules of its national visas separately. Visit their official websites for precise details on visa purposes and regulations.

Determine Where to Lodge Your Schengen Visa Application in Canada

Where you should lodge your Schengen visa application in the US depends on which Schengen country—or countries—you will travel to.

If Visiting One Schengen Country

If you’re only going to visit one Schengen country during your trip, it’s simple to know where to apply for the visa. You should apply for a visa for the specific country you plan to visit.

For instance, if you’re only travelling to Germany, apply for a German Schengen visa at the German embassy/consulate/VAC in Canada.

It gets slightly trickier when you visit multiple countries.

If Visiting More Than One Schengen Country

If you will travel to multiple countries within the Schengen Area, to determine where you should lodge your application, consider the following factors:

  • If your trip involves spending more time in one Schengen country than in others, you should apply for your visa through the embassy or consulate of the country where you’ll spend the most time.
  • If you plan to spend an equal amount of time in multiple Schengen countries, your application should be submitted to the embassy or consulate of the country that will be your first point of entry.

Scenario 1: Nila, an Indian citizen studying in Canada with a valid study permit, is planning a three-week trip to Europe. She will spend two weeks in France visiting family and friends and then one week travelling to Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands, spending roughly the same amount of time in each country.

In this scenario, Nila should apply for her Schengen visa through the French embassy/consulate in Canada because she will spend the most time there.

Scenario 2: Chen, a Chinese citizen with a work permit in Canada is planning a two-week business trip from Canada to Europe. During his visit, he will spend five days in Italy attending a conference, five days in Spain for meetings with clients, and four days in Portugal for networking events.

Since Chen will be spending an equal amount of time in multiple Schengen countries, he should apply for his visa through the Italian embassy/consulate in Canada as Italy will be his first point of entry into the Schengen Area.

Finding the Right Submission Location

Schengen Visa Application Centres in Canada: Where to Apply for Each Schengen Country

Please review the following to decide whether you should apply for your Schengen visa at the embassy/consulate of the Schengen country in Canada or through Visa Application Centers (VACs). These VACs are authorized by the EU missions in Canada.

Here’s where to lodge your Schengen visa application in Canada based on each Schengen Member State:

Austria

To obtain an Austrian visa from Canada, you need to submit your application either at a VFS application center, at the German Consulate in Toronto, or at the Swiss Consulate in Vancouver. You should select the appropriate location based on where you reside in Canada.

  • If you reside in the National Capital Region of Ottawa or its counties (Lanark, Leeds and Grenville, Prescott and Russell, Renfrew, Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry), Quebec, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Prince Edward Islands, you must apply through a VFS Global center in Edmonton, Ottawa or Vancouver.
  • If you reside in Manitoba, Ontario, except residents of the National Capital Region of Ottawa or its counties (Lanark, Leeds and Grenville, Prescott and Russell, Renfrew, Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry), apply at the German Consulate in Toronto
  • If you reside in Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Saskatchewan, or the Yukon Territory, apply at the Consulate General of Switzerland in Vancouver.

Belgium

To apply for a visa to Belgium in Canada, you have to lodge your application at Consulate General in Montreal.


Croatia

To apply for a visa to Croatia in Canada, please contact the Croatian Embassy in Canada.

Czech Republic

To apply for a Czech Republic visa in Canada, you have to lodge your application at the Consulate General of the Czech Republic in Toronto.

Denmark

When applying from Canada, you have to lodge your application for a Denmark visa at one of the VFS Global Centres in Edmonton, Ottawa, or Vancouver.

Estonia

When applying from Canada, you have to lodge your application for an Estonian visa at one of the VFS Global Centres in Edmonton, Ottawa, or Vancouver.

Finland

In Canada, Switzerland serves as the representative for Finland. Therefore, if you’re seeking a Finland visa from Canada, you must apply at either the Swiss Consulate in Vancouver or Montreal.

Choose the consulate based on your Canadian residence.

France

When applying from Canada, you have to lodge your application for a French visa at one of the VFS Global Centres in Edmonton, Ottawa, or Vancouver.

Germany

To get detailed guidance on applying for a Germany Schengen visa from Canada, refer to the following resource:

How to Apply for a German Schengen Visa from Canada

You should start by figuring out where to submit your Germany visa application in Canada, and then schedule your Germany visa appointment accordingly.

 

Greece

To apply for a Greece visa from Canada, follow these guidelines based on your Canadian place of residence:

Hungary

Starting January 1st, 2024, individuals seeking a Hungarian visa from Canada must submit their application to the Embassy of Hungary in Ottawa.

It’s important to know that the Consulate General offices in Toronto, Montreal, or the Vice Consulate in Vancouver do not handle Schengen visas.

As of January 1st, 2024, VFS Global is no longer authorized to accept visa applications for Hungary.

Iceland

To apply for a visa to Iceland from Canada, you need to submit your application at one of the VFS Global Centers located in Edmonton, Ottawa, or Vancouver.

Italy

To apply for an Italian Schengen visa from Canada, you need to submit your visa application to the embassy or consulate that serves the area where you reside in Canada:

  • If you reside in the Provinces of Ontario (except for the city of Ottawa and the Carleton, Dundas, Glengarry, Grenville, Prescott, Russel, and Stormont counties under the jurisdiction of the Italian Embassy in Ottawa), Manitoba and the Northwest Territories, apply at the Consulate General of Italy in Toronto.
  • If you reside in the City of Ottawa, the Outaouais region, or the counties of Carleton, Dundas, Glengarry, Grenville, Prescott, Russell, and Stormont, apply at the Embassy of Italy in Ottawa.
  • If you reside in Quebec (except for the region of Outaouais), Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, and Territory of Nunavut, apply at the Consulate General of Italy in Montreal
  • If you reside in British Columbia and Yukon (residents of Alberta and Saskatchewan must apply at the consular branch in Edmonton), apply at the Consulate General of Italy in Vancouver.

Latvia

In Canada, you can submit your application for a visa to Latvia at the consular section of the Embassy of Latvia.

Lithuania

To apply for a visa to Lithuania from Canada, you need to submit your application at one of the VFS Global Centers located in Edmonton, Ottawa, or Vancouver.

Luxembourg

To apply for a visa to Luxembourg from Canada, you need to submit your application at one of the VFS Global Centers located in Edmonton, Ottawa, or Vancouver.

In Canada, the Netherlands acts as Luxembourg’s representative. So, if you’re applying for a Luxembourg visa from Canada, you need to submit your application at one of the VFS Global Centers in Edmonton, Ottawa, or Vancouver. These centers are partnered with the Netherlands in Canada.

Malta

In Canada, you must lodge the application for a Malta visa at the Embassy of Malta in Toronto.

Netherlands

To apply for a Netherlands visa in Canada, you must submit your application at one of the VFS Global Centers located in Edmonton, Ottawa, or Vancouver.

Norway

To apply for a Norway visa in Canada, you must submit your application at one of the VFS Global Centers located in Edmonton, Ottawa, or Vancouver.

Portugal

To apply for a Portugal Schengen visa from Canada, you need to submit your visa application to the embassy or consulate that serves the area where you reside in Canada:

  • Apply at the Embassy of Portugal in Ottawa if you reside in the City of Gatineau in the Province of Québec; Cities of Ottawa and Kingston in the Province of Ontario; and all localities in the Province of Ontario, to the east and crossed by the line established between Arnprior by road nr. 17 to Carleton Place and via road nr. 15 to Kingston.
  • Apply at the Consulate General of Portugal in Montreal if you reside permanently in the provinces of Quebec (except the city of Gatineau), New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador, and the city of Cornwall in the province of Ontario.
  • Apply at the Consulate General of Portugal in Toronto if you reside in the territory of Nunavut and the Provinces of Manitoba and Ontario, with the exception, in the latter, of the cities of Ottawa, Kingston, and Cornwall, as well as all localities in that province east of and crossed by the line established between Arnprior by road No. 17 to Carleton Place and via Road No. 15 to Kingston.
  • Apply at the Consulate General of Portugal in Vancouver if you reside in the Provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan, as well as the Northwest Territories and the Yukon.

Slovakia

In Canada, you have to lodge an application for a Slovakia visa at the Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Ottowa.

Slovenia

To apply for a Slovenian visa in Canada, you must submit your application at one of the VFS Global Centers located in Edmonton, Ottawa, or Vancouver.

Spain

To apply for a visa to Spain while in Canada, submit your application to the Consulate General of Spain in Toronto. Additionally, residents of Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Northwest Territories, or Yukon who are applying for Schengen or tourist visas can also apply at the Consulate General of Switzerland in Vancouver.

Sweden

To apply for a Swedish visa in Canada, you must submit your application at one of the VFS Global Centers located in Ottawa or Toronto.

Switzerland

If you are applying for a Switzerland visa from Canada, lodge your application at:

Who Makes the Visa Decisions?

While visa centers like VFS Global handle the majority of Schengen visa applications in Canada, it’s important to note that these centers don’t have the authority to approve or deny visas. Their role is to receive your application and documents and forward them to the appropriate Schengen embassy or consulate for processing and decision-making.

Complete and Download the Visa Application Form

To start your Schengen visa application from Canada, you must fill out the Schengen visa application form. Some Schengen countries have facilitated this process by allowing you to fill it out online. For other countries who lack this option, you must still download the Schengen visa application form and fill it out with your information.

Here’s where to complete or download the Schengen visa application form in Canada, depending on the Schengen country:

Schedule Your Schengen Visa Appointment in Canada

Before you submit your application in person, you must first schedule an appointment with the corresponding Schengen embassy/consulate or VAC in charge of receiving applications in your area of residence in Canada.

Here’s a guide on how to schedule your Schengen visa appointment in Canada for each Schengen Member State:

Austria

To schedule your Austrian visa appointment in Canada:

  • If you reside in the National Capital Region of Ottawa or its counties (Lanark, Leeds and Grenville, Prescott and Russell, Renfrew, Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry), Quebec, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Prince Edward Islands, book your visa appointment at VFS Global.
  • If you reside in the National Capital Region of Ottawa or its surrounding counties, book your appointment at the German Consulate in Toronto.
  • If you reside in Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Saskatchewan, or the Yukon Territory, book your appointment at the Consulate General of Switzerland in Vancouver. Make sure to do this at the end of your online application process.

Belgium

To schedule your Belgium visa appointment in Canada you have to book your appointment online with the relevant embassy while filling out the online application form.

Croatia

To schedule your Croatia visa appointment in Canada, you must book with the relevant Croatian embassy/consulate in Canada.

Czech Republic

To schedule an appointment with a Consulate General of the Czech Republic in Toronto, you have to send an email with the Subject line “SCHENGEN VISA appointment request: [SURNAME(S) OF APPLICANT(S)]” to toronto.visa(at)mzv.gov. cz.

Denmark

In Canada, you have to book an appointment for a Denmark visa online through VFS Global.

Estonia

To submit an Estonian visa application in Canada, you must schedule an appointment online through the VFS Global Center.

Finland

To apply for a Finland visa in Canada, follow these steps to schedule an appointment:

  • If you live in Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Saskatchewan, or the Yukon Territory, book your appointment with the Consulate General of Switzerland in Vancouver at the end of your online application.
  • If you reside in Quebec, Prince Edward Island, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Newfoundland, Labrador, Nunavut territory, or the Bahamas, book your appointment with the Consulate General of Switzerland in Montreal at the end of your online application.

France

Book your appointment for a France Visa in Canada online through the VFS Global website.

Germany

To access detailed instructions on booking your Germany visa appointment in Canada, simply click the link below:

Greece

Here’s how to schedule your appointment for a Greek visa in Canada:

  • Book an appointment via email here with the Consular Office in Ottawa if you are residing in Ottawa, Kingston, and Gatineau.
  • Book an appointment online here with the Consulate General in Toronto if you are residing in the provinces of Ontario (except for Ottawa and Kingston) and Manitoba.
  • Book an appointment via email here with the Consulate General in Montreal if you are residing in the provinces of Quebec, Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island.
  • Book an appointment via email here with the Consulate General in Vancouver if you are residing in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Northwest Territories, or Nunavut.

Hungary

Book your appointment for a Hungarian visa in Canada online through the VFS Global website.

Iceland

You can schedule your appointment for an Iceland visa online through the VFS Global centers in Ottawa, Toronto or Vancouver.

Italy

If you are submitting your visa application in the US, you have to schedule your Italy visa appointment online.

Book your appointment at Prenot@Mi.

If you must apply at the Consulate General of Italy in Montreal, you do need to book an appointment. To apply for a visa, mail your complete application files to the Consulate General (3489 Drummond Montreal Qc H3G 1X6/ att. Visa Office).

If you must apply at the Edmonton branch, please schedule an appointment via email at [email protected]

Latvia

You can schedule an appointment for a Latvian visa while in Canada online through this link!

Lithuania

You can book your visa appointment online at one of the VFS centers in Edmonton, Ottawa, Toronto, or Vancouver.

Luxembourg

Here’s how to schedule your Luxembourg visa appointment from Canada:

Malta

Here’s how to schedule your Malta visa appointment from Canada:

Netherlands

In Canada, you have to book your appointment for a Netherlands visa online through a VFS Global application center in Edmonton, Toronto, or Vancouver

Norway

In Canada, you have to book your appointment for a Norway visa online through a VFS Global application center in Ottawa, or Vancouver.

Portugal

  • Book your appointment while filling out the application form online here with the Embassy of Portugal in Ottawa if you reside in the City of Gatineau in the Province of Québec; Cities of Ottawa and Kingston in the Province of Ontario; and all localities in the Province of Ontario, to the east and crossed by the line established between Arnprior by road nr. 17 to Carleton Place and via road nr. 15 to Kingston.
  • Book your appointment while filling out the application form online here with the Consulate General of Portugal in Montreal if you reside permanently in the provinces of Quebec (except the city of Gatineau), New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador, and the city of Cornwall in the province of Ontario.
  • Book your appointment here with the Consulate General of Portugal in Toronto if you reside in the territory of Nunavut and the Provinces of Manitoba and Ontario, with the exception, in the latter, of the cities of Ottawa, Kingston, and Cornwall, as well as all localities in that province east of and crossed by the line established between Arnprior by road No. 17 to Carleton Place and via Road No. 15 to Kingston.
  • Book your appointment here with the Consulate General of Portugal in Vancouver if you reside in the Provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan, as well as the Northwest Territories and the Yukon.

Slovakia

Book an appointment via email [email protected] with the Embassy of Slovak Republic in Ottawa.

Slovenia

Spain

Sweden

You should book your appointment for a Sweden visa in one of the VFS Global centers in Ottawa, or Toronto. You must book the appointment online.

Switzerland

Book your appointment at the end of your online application with the corresponding Swiss embassy or consulate.

When Should I Schedule My Appointment?

You should schedule your appointment to submit your Schengen visa application in Canada between one to three months before your intended travel date to the Schengen Area.

However, you are allowed to schedule your appointment as early as six months before travelling, and the latest, 15 days.

Can I Cancel or Change My Appointment?

To cancel or reschedule your Schengen visa appointment, contact the designated visa centre in Canada where you applied for your Schengen visa. Please note that cancellations or rescheduling are available only before the date of your appointment.

Prepare the Required Documents for Canadian Residents

To apply for a Schengen visa in Canada, you need a standard set of documents. Additionally, as a resident of Canada, you must also provide the following:

  • Proof of your Canadian residency: such as a permanent card or Canadian work or study permit— all must be valid for at least three months after leaving the Schengen Area.
  • If employed, a letter signed by your employer confirming your position and salary and stating that you will continue employed after you return to Canada.
  • If a student, a confirmation of enrollment and/or a copy of your student card.
  • If self-employed, a registration or incorporation of your business or business license.
  • For trade fair participants, recommendation of the local Chamber of Foreign Trade or proof of interest in attending the trade fair.
  • For other categories, documents showing your ties in Canada, such as property, investments, financial commitments, etc.
  • Travel insurance from a Canadian or Schengen-based company.  The insurance should have a minimum coverage of €30,000 (44,000 Canadian Dollar) for medical emergencies and include repatriation in the event of death.

    Candian residents applying for a Schengen visa can get travel insurance from either Europ Assistance or vti.travel, a European insurance comparison website, comparing insurance policies of AXA, Allianz, Europ Assistance, and Mutuaide. These insurance providers are acknowledged and accepted by the EU/Schengen missions in Canada. Moreover, you can cancel the insurance at no cost by submitting proof of a visa rejection.

  • Legalization of documents from countries other than Canada. If you are submitting documents to prove family relationships from countries other than Canada, you must have the documents legalized by the embassy or consulate of the country to which you are travelling.

The Schengen embassies and consulates in Canada may ask for specific documentation as per the regulations of their institution. Please make sure that you have all the documents as required on the checklist—a document checklist is usually provided along with the application form at visa application centers or is posted on the embassy/consulate website.

How Much Money Do I Need to Apply for a Schengen Visa in Canada?

To apply for a Schengen Visa from Canada, you must demonstrate that you have enough funds to support your visit to the Schengen area. The required minimum bank balance varies depending on the specific Schengen country you’re applying to, ranging from €14 to €100, which is approximately 21 to 150 Canadian dollars.

Learn more about proving your financial sufficiency and check the required balances for each Schengen country here.

Attend your Appointment

On the day of your appointment, you must show up on time, have your passport, application form, and all the required documents with you, and have enough money to pay the visa fee if you haven’t already paid it online while scheduling the appointment.

Paying the Application Fee

Schengen Visa Fee for Canadian Residents

The standard fee for a Schengen visa is EUR 80 (approx. CAD 117). If you apply through a visa application center, an additional service fee may apply. Payment methods include cash, credit/debit cards, or payment slips (depending on the visa center or embassy). Confirm the payment options before your appointment.

Biometric Data

On your appointment, you will need to submit a biometric visa photo as well as scans of your fingerprints. Your biometric information is taken for security and identification reasons and is stored in the Schengen Visa Information System (VIS).

If you have applied for a Schengen visa in the last five years, your information is still stored in VIS, and you may be exempted from submitting fingerprint scans again.

Visa Interview

Sometimes, when you apply for a Schengen visa in Canada, the consular officers at the embassy or consulate will ask you questions about your planned trip to Europe (why you’re going, what you plan to do when you will return) and personal questions (about your life in Canada, your job or studies, your family, etc.).

Make sure you answer all the questions truthfully and without hesitation.


Can Someone Else Apply For a Schengen Visa on My Behalf?

Yes, someone else can apply for a Schengen visa on your behalf, but only if you’ve granted them authorization to do so and you’re not required to submit your biometric data.

Wait For the Visa to Process

In Canada, a Schengen visa application usually takes 15 days to process. However, this timeframe could be extended up to 45 days if the consulate requires additional documents, if there’s a high volume of applications, especially before holidays, or if other reasons delay the process.

This is why it is important to apply well ahead of time!

Tracking Your Application

If you apply for your visa through a visa application center, such as VFS Global, you typically have the option to track your application status online. To track your application, you’ll need your visa reference number, which is often found on the payment receipt issued after you’ve paid for your visa application, along with your passport number.

It’s important to note, however, that this online tracking feature might not be available for applications submitted directly to an embassy or consulate.

Receiving a Visa Decision

If your visa is granted, the Schengen visa will be affixed to your passport, and you will be able to travel to the Schengen Area within the dates specified on the visa sticker.

If your visa is rejected, the reason for the rejection will be stated in the decision letter. You can either re-apply for the visa or try to appeal the decision. Whether you can appeal a decision (and how) will also be stated on the visa decision letter.

Collect Your Passport

After your Schengen visa application in Canada has been processed, you must collect your passport from the embassy, consulate, or visa application center. You can collect your passport in person at the designated pick-up counters, or it may be mailed to you through a courier service (if this is an option).

In the latter case, you will have to pay for the service at the time of visa application.

Entering the Schengen Area from Canada as a Non-Canadian Citizen

After your visa is granted, you can enter the Schengen Area within the dates specified on your passport. As a non-Canadian citizen entering the Schengen Zone, you must have the following documents with you.

  • Your valid passport (with at least 3 months validity beyond your intended stay)
  • Schengen visa, affixed to your passport
  • Travel itinerary (including flight reservations and other planned activities)
  • Proof of travel health insurance (with coverage of at least €30,000 across the Schengen Area)
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay in the Schengen Area (e.g., bank statements, credit cards, sponsor letter, etc)
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel reservations, rental agreements, or letter of invitation)
  • Any other relevant documents, such as an invitation letter from a friend, family member, or organization, acceptance letter in a short-term study course, proof of the business you plan to conduct in the Schengen Area, proof you will attend a cultural event, etc.

FAQ

As a tourist in Canada, am I eligible to apply for a Schengen Visa from Canada?

If you’re visiting Canada as a tourist and don’t hold a Canadian residence permit, you’re unable to apply for a Schengen visa from Canada. You must apply from your home country instead.

Do I need an airport transit visa or Schengen visa for my trip from Canada to India, considering I have connecting flights through Berlin Airport and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport? I am an Indian citizen with a valid Canadian residence permit.

If you have an Indian passport and you’re travelling through two airports within the Schengen Area, the Schengen visa code requires you to possess a valid short-stay visa, not just an airport transit visa.

Other Information:

Data Protection

Your personal data submitted during the Schengen visa application process in Canada is safeguarded and managed in compliance with Articles 13 and 14 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679, also known as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

If you have any concerns about the security of your data, you can contact the Data Protection Commissioner of the Schengen country where you’re applying for a visa.

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