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For non-EU nationals living in the UK

Schengen Visa Appointments for UK Residents

We book your slot at VFS Global, TLScontact or BLS, fill in the forms and check your documents, for all 27 Schengen countries we cover.

2–3 daysto appointment confirmation 4 citiesLondon, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham €30,000insurance cover arranged
Schengen · Uniform visaTYPE C

Which country do I apply to?

Add each country in the order you'll visit, with the nights you'll spend there.

How it works

Four steps from form to fingerprints

  1. Apply online

    Choose your country and visa centre, and tell us your travel dates.

  2. Pay securely

    Our fee and the visa centre's charges, shown up front for each country.

  3. Get your slot

    Confirmation comes straight from the visa centre, with your completed form and checklist.

  4. Attend

    Bring your documents, give your fingerprints, and track your passport home.

Live availability

Next available appointments

Pick a slot and we'll confirm it with the visa centre by email.

*Choose Your Preferred Appointment Date and Time

*We will confirm you through email when the appointment will be fixed.

Transparent pricing

What you pay, by country

All fees and what's included →

France

£179paid online when you apply
Handling
£147
Visa centre
£32
Consulate fee
£72*
Processing
10–12 days
Apply for France

Spain

£179paid online when you apply
Handling
£149 + VAT
Visa centre
£13
Consulate fee
£67*
Processing
12–15 days

Includes VAT. Optional premium service £106.

Apply for Spain

Italy

£232paid online when you apply
Handling
£218
Visa centre
£14
Consulate fee
£69*
Processing
10–12 days
Apply for Italy

Portugal

£249paid online when you apply
Handling
£217
Visa centre
£32
Consulate fee
£69*
Processing
10–12 days
Apply for Portugal

Netherlands

£249paid online when you apply
Handling
£234
Visa centre
£15
Consulate fee
£69*
Processing
10–12 days
Apply for Netherlands

*The consulate fee is €90 for adults (€45 for ages 6–11), paid in pounds at your appointment.

Services

Everything your application needs

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Appointment booking

We find and book a slot at the right visa centre in London, Manchester, Edinburgh or Birmingham.

Form completion

We fill in the official application form and check every detail matches your passport.

Document review

A checklist for your country and trip, checked before your appointment.

Travel insurance

Schengen-compliant cover with at least €30,000 of medical protection.

Flight & hotel reservations

Itinerary documents for your application, without buying the full trip first.

Cover letter

A clear letter explaining your trip, route and ties to the UK.

Questions

Common questions

All FAQs →
How can I get the appointments through your services if there is nothing available at the VFS portal?

As VFS has changed its working pattern. Now no normal appointments will be available, you need to get it done through private vendors. Apply online on our website and book your preferred appointment dates for any Schengen visa.

I am looking for a Schengen visa but there are no available slots, what is the process to apply online with you?

Fill and submit the online application form for the particular Schengen country. Proceed with the payment to receive the embassy application form, documents checklist, and appointment confirmation within 2-3 working days.

How can I be assured about the appointment confirmation after online payment for the VFS Schengen visa?

Applying online for a Schengen visa from the UK is a very reliable process. You can get the appointment confirmation mail directly from the VFS.

What is the processing time for the Schengen visa from the UK?

Applying online for the Schengen visa will take 2 to 3 days to get the appointment confirmation. Once the appointment is confirmed it will take 12-15 calendar days to get the visa and passport back. This is the earliest possible processing time for the visa process.

How do I get a VFS Global appointment in London?

To get a VFS Schengen visa appointments in London you can apply directly on the website, fill out the online application form with the center preference for London, and go ahead with the payment. The UK visa service team will book the appointments accordingly.

Do I need a Schengen visa if I live in the UK?

It depends on your nationality, not where you live. British citizens and nationals of visa-exempt countries (such as the USA, Canada and Australia) don’t need a visa for stays of up to 90 days. Many other nationals living in the UK, for example from India, Pakistan, Nigeria, China and South Africa, do need one.

Ready to book your appointment?

Apply online in about 10 minutes. We'll confirm your slot within 2–3 working days.

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