Mandatory Documents Schengen Visa

Mandatory documents for applying for a Schengen visa

The most important condition for a successful visa application is gathering and submitting the correct documents. If you submit the supporting documents completely and correctly, the chance of a visa application being approved is, on average, as high as 95 percent.

We therefore advise you to always use a checklist . The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has several available:

The documents for the application for a Schengen visa must be submitted in Dutch, English, French or Spanish (or translated into one of these languages).

When applying for a Schengen visa, keep the following in mind:

During it visa application process you will not have your passport in your possession.
An application without the complete set of documents may lead to a rejection of your visa application.
Competent authorities may request additional supporting documents.
In case of a rejection, the paid visa amount (fees) will not be reimbursed.

Schengen Visitor Insurance OOM

Please note: Allianz no longer offers Travel Risk Insurance for a Schengen visa. Fortunately, there is an excellent alternative: the Schengen Visitor insurance from OOM Insurance. This Dutch insurer from Rijswijk specializes in Schengen insurance.

The policy offers visa guarantee (if the visa is rejected, you will get the premium back) and extensive coverage up to €500.000. With a low premium starting at €1,60 per day, it is a reliable and affordable choice. You can take out the policy online immediately, and you will receive it within an hour.

✔ Meets all requirements for a Schengen visa application with ease.

✔ Affordable and good: From just €1,60 per person per day.

✔ The policy by email within 1 hour (iDEAL, credit card or PayPal).

✔ Also for persons over 70 years of age

✔ Coverage for medical expenses up to a maximum of €500.000

✔ VISA GUARANTEE: If your Schengen visa is rejected, you will receive a refund of the premium.

✔ Liability can optionally be included in the insurance.

The Schengen Visitor insurance is the best choice for a successful Schengen visa application!

Calculate your premium here and conclude ☞

Would you prefer to receive the policy in English? Click here: Calculate premium and finalize.

More information about OOM's Schengen insurance: