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Short stay Schengen visa

Here you can find all the information about tourist and business visas up to 90 days of stay.

Please read the following information carefully before lodging your application.

APPLICATIONS HAVE TO BE LODGED IN PERSON AT THE CONSULATE GENERAL IN SYDNEY. THE APPOINTMENT IS REQUIRED.

Schengen visa applications can be submitted six months at the earliest and 15 days at the latest ahead of the trip (counted from the appointment date). 

From 15 May 2014 the Consulate of the Czech Republic in Sydney  uses the Visa Information System (VIS). The VIS is a central database for the exchange of data on short-stay (up to 90 days in any 180-day period) visas between Schengen States. For the purpose of the VIS, applicants are required to provide their fingerprints when applying for a Schengen visa. It is a simple and discreet procedure that only takes a few minutes. Therefore, as from 15 May 2014 Schengen visa applicants have to appear in person at the Consulate of the Czech Republic in Sydney when lodging the application.

From applicants who have given fingerprints for the purpose of issuance of a Schengen visa during last 5 years, fingerprints will not be collected. 

IMPORTANT:

Following Australian  new sticker free visa arrangements, starting from 1st May 2013 all Australian visa holders who haven’t Australian visa sticker in their passports and are applying for Czech/Schengen visas are required to arrange for visa verification from VISA ENTITLEMENT VERIFICATION ONLINE (VEVO).

Each applicant must lodge his/her own application. Applications for children (under 15 years of age) will be completed and signed by their parents. Dependants (spouse/children) accompanying the primary applicant are required to lodge their application at the same time as the primary applicant.

All supporting documents must be submitted in original or certified photocopy.

Applicants for a Schengen visa up to 90 days of stay - type C will need to submit following documents, according to the Harmonised list of supporting documents (DOC, 26 KB) as accepted by the European Commission on August 30, 2017.

1. Application form

The visa application form must be duly completed  (in capitals) and signed in the corresponding blanks. Application form can be downloaded here


2. Photo

One photo in color is  to be attached: the photo must have a passport format, full face captured, and a light background. The photo must be recently taken.


3. Travel document + copy of the travel document

Travel document (passport) must be valid for a period of at least 3 months after applicant´s last day of stay in the Schengen states and not older than 10 years. Please ensure that the passport has 2 blanks pages to affix visa sticker.


4. Evidence of sufficient funds

Evidence of adequate finance for the duration of stay; proof of financial means in the country of residence (including recent bank statements showing movement of means over a certain period (minimum last three months);
 


5. Accommodation

Confirmed hotel reservation for the whole duration of the intended stay in the Schengen area is requested.  If applicant is staying with a relative or friend, the consulate may request an invitation letter from the host with the copy of his passport or ID. In case of a pre-paid tour please provide us details of the tour with a proof of payment to the tour operator.


6. Evidence of purpose of stay

Evidence of the proposed purpose of stay in the Schengen area.

a) Tourism or visiting family/friends

A document from the establishment providing the accommodation or any other appropriate document indicating the accommodation envisaged.

b) Business, conference, cultural, religious or political event

(i) Official invitation letter from a firm, host organisation, educational establishment or an authority to attend meetings, conferences or events, containing detailed information concerning:

 address and contacts of the inviting entity;

 name and position of the countersigning person;

 purpose and duration of stay;

 person or entity who will bear the travel and living costs (if applicable);

(ii) Documents proving the applicants employment status in the company (for example, contract, proof of social security contribution).

c) Medical treatment

(i) a certificate from a medical doctor and/or a medical institution advising that the treatment is necessary;

(ii) an official document from the receiving medical institution confirming that it can perform the specific medical treatment, an estimation of costs and an indication that the patient will be accepted accordingly;

(iii) proof of prepayment or sufficient financial means to pay for the medical treatment and related expenses.


7. Round trip reservation

Return international air ticket, railway or bus ticket with dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Schengen states.


8. Visas to all countries on route from the Schengen area

This is required if the foreigner does not travel from the Schengen area directly to their country of residence or for which they hold a valid long-term visa.


9. Certificate of health insurance

Health insurance policy that covers medical expenses related to injury or illness in the Czech Republic including expenses connected with transportation of the foreigner to the country of which they are a passport holder or to a country in which they have permanent residence. Minimum insurance cover must be of 30,000.- EUR. The policy must be valid for the duration of their stay in the Czech Republic (more information).

TMI Companies (DOC, 35 KB)


10. Marriage  certificate or registered partnership agreement

According to the Harmonised list of supporting documents (DOC, 26 KB) if married or in a partnership, provide a marriage certificate or registered partnership agreement


11. Visa fee

All fees are to be paid by physical bank card, or in specific cases and upon instruction by online transfer or in cash. 

Please be aware,  that for payment by card, you have to bring your card  (not just in phone).  The international payments must by enabled and you will need to know your PIN number. 

If the fees  is not  paid, the application can not be accepted, therefore we recommend to bring the fee in cash as well.

For more information regarding the methods of payments at the  consulate see here.


Schengen visa applications will be processed within 15 days after a complete application is accepted. 

Please include details how your passport should be returned (if applicable): 

  • AUSTRALIA - If by mail, a self addressed prepaid Express Post Platinum  envelope (or other prepaid envelope of your choice) has to be enclosed.
  • NEW ZEALAND - you may arrange any courier company to pick up your passport once the visa is issued or we will send information regarding paying for postage (International Express Post to New Zealand is  aprox 27 AUD). 
  • For other countries please contact a Visa Officer for information on postage costs via the following email sydney.visa@mzv.gov.cz

For the appointment, further information and fees, please contact the Visa department of the Consulate of the Czech Republic in Sydney.


E-mail : sydney.visa@mzv.gov.cz