The revised Visa Code enters into force on 2 February 2020. Some revisions that affect the procedures for submitting a schengen visa applications are summarized below:

• minor changes are made to the schengen visa application form – the updated version can be downloaded at the Ministry's website and at VFS Global.
• visa fee has been increased to 80 euros, however, fee for children aged 6 – 12 will be only 40 euros.
• application should be filed no later than 15 days before the trip; should the applicant wish to submit it later, the consulate can refuse it.
• schengen visa applications can be submitted only through visa centers.
• review period remains 15 days, however, it can newly be extended only once to 45 days (as opposed to 30 or 60 days).
• new conditions for issuance of multiple entry visas will be applied.
• facilitations for family members of EU citizens are newly defined.