Business Visa

Before applying for a visa, ensure that your photo meets the requirements. You must provide two recent photos (taken within the last six months) in passport size. The photo specifications are as follows:

• Dimensions: 3.5 × 4 cm
• Background: Light and plain (white or off-white) to ensure facial features are clearly visible.
• View: The photo must be in color and facing forward. The forehead and ears should be fully visible, without heavy jewelry.
• Facial Expression: The face must be clearly visible, and you should not smile. No head coverings (such as hats or other coverings) should be worn, unless there are religious or cultural reasons for doing so.
• Photo Quality: The photo must be of high quality and printed on standard photo paper (camera print). Glossy prints should be avoided.

If the photos do not meet these requirements, your application will be incomplete and will not be accepted.

Travel medical insurance is one of the most essential requirements for any traveler, especially as it can be highly beneficial in medical emergencies abroad. This insurance must include the following:

• Coverage of hospital expenses: Includes hospitalization, necessary surgeries, and urgent treatments if needed.
• Coverage of repatriation costs: If you require an emergency return to your home country due to medical reasons, the insurance must cover the expenses.
• Coverage of essential treatments: Includes outpatient treatments, medications, and medical examinations in case of illness or an accident.
• Coverage of medical expenses in non-EU countries: For travel to countries outside the European Union, where medical costs may be higher.

Cost of Travel Medical Insurance:

Depending on the duration of the trip and the destination, the cost of medical insurance may vary. Generally, for a short trip to Schengen countries (for stays up to 90 days), the average cost of medical insurance ranges from €30 to €100. This cost depends on factors such as the traveler’s age, type of insurance coverage, and the length of stay.

Important Notes:

• Ensure that your insurance provides comprehensive medical and emergency coverage.
• Verify that your insurance policy is valid for the entire duration of your trip.
• When applying for a visa, your insurance policy must guarantee a minimum coverage of €30,000 for medical expenses and repatriation.

According to Regulation (EU) No. 610/2013, effective from June 26, 2013, changes were made to the implementation of the Schengen Agreement and the Schengen Borders Code. One of the most important changes was the redefinition of the concept of "short stay" for third-country nationals in the Schengen area. These changes came into effect on October 18, 2013, and for the majority of third-country nationals intending to travel to the Schengen area for a short stay, the allowed duration of stay is now set to "90 days in any 180-day period."
This means that from the date of your first entry into the Schengen area, your stay will be calculated, and the date of departure from the Schengen area will be considered as the last day of your stay. This 90-day limit in any 180-day period applies to all Schengen member countries, including non-EU countries such as Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland.

Important Notes:

• Stay in countries that are not yet part of the Schengen Area, such as the United Kingdom, Turkey, and Albania, does not count towards the calculation of your stay in the Schengen Area.
• If you already have a long-term visa or residence permit for a Schengen country, the duration of your stay in that country will not be counted in the short stay calculation.
• If you are traveling to Schengen countries on a short-stay visa, your stay must be checked as 90 days within any 180-day period.
• These changes do not apply to visa exemption agreements between the EU and certain countries such as Antigua and Barbuda, the Bahamas, Brazil, and St. Kitts and Nevis. In these cases, the old definition of stay duration remains valid.

In accordance with these regulations, the calculation of your short stay will be carefully assessed based on the previous 180 days from each day of your presence in the Schengen area. Therefore, to comply with this law, continuous stay in the Schengen Area is not required, and you can re-enter after 90 days of stay for another 90-day period.

After submitting your application, we recommend using our online services to track the status of your application so you can check whether your passport is ready for delivery. This secure process helps you manage your time better and plan accordingly. To track your application, you will need the application ID provided on the payment receipt given to you when submitting the application, as well as your passport number.

After tracking the online status of your visa application, you can collect your passport in person at the end of the application process. Please bring your ID card and the payment receipt you received when submitting the application for in-person passport collection.

If you are unable to collect your passport in person, you can authorize someone else to collect it on your behalf.

If the authorized person is a relative, the following documents are required:

• The original payment receipt of the applicant
• The original ID card of the relative
• A copy of the relative's ID card
• Proof of family relationship (such as a marriage certificate or birth certificate)
• A copy of the proof of family relationship document

If the authorized person is not a relative, the following documents must be provided:

• The original payment receipt of the applicant
• A signed and certified letter from the applicant
• The original government-issued ID card of the authorized person
• A copy of the government-issued ID card of the authorized person

For children, the authorized person must provide the following documents:

• The original payment receipt of the applicant
• A signed and certified letter from the child's parents
• The original government-issued ID card of the authorized person
• A copy of the government-issued ID card of the authorized person

Upon passport collection, applicants are advised to immediately check the issued visa information to ensure it matches their travel plans and that all the details on the visa are correct.

Information Sheet for Visa Holders: After receiving the visa, verify that all details, including passport number, entry and exit dates, and number of entries, are correct. In case of any errors, immediately inform the consular authorities.

How to Read Your Visa Label:

• Duration of Stay: The number of days you are allowed to stay in the Schengen area.
• Entry and Exit Dates: From the date of entry to Schengen until the exit date.
• Note that the dates provided may be flexible for your planning of entry and exit, but your stay should not exceed the duration specified on the visa.

Border Controls: Your visa allows you to travel to Schengen countries, but you may be required to provide additional information at the border regarding your financial resources, length of stay, and purpose of your trip. Therefore, it is recommended to carry a copy of the documents you submitted when applying for the visa (such as invitation letters or travel confirmation documents) with you.

Important Notice: You must adhere to the allowed stay duration on your visa. Overstaying may result in deportation and a ban on applying for a new visa.

If a Schengen visa application is rejected, the consulate of the member state that made the decision will notify the applicant using a standard form, detailing the reasons for the rejection. This notice includes the reasons for refusal as well as the steps and deadlines for submitting an appeal.
Applicants whose visa has been rejected may appeal the decision. The appeal should be submitted to the member state that issued the visa, in accordance with the national laws of that country. Member states are required to provide the necessary information regarding the appeal process to the applicants.
Applicants can reapply for a visa after their application is rejected. However, it is recommended to review the reasons for the previous rejection and make any necessary changes.
Please note that the visa fee is non-refundable in case of rejection, as the fee covers the processing of the visa application.