Προξενείο Ατλάντας - Consulate in Atlanta

List of supporting documents

The following list of documents are required for any short-term Schengen visa application:
o Visa application form. Fully completed and signed.
o Two recently taken photos must be attached. Both photos must be taken within the last three months, according to the visa photo requirements.
o A valid passport. Not older than 10 years and it should valid for at least three more months beyond the date you plan to leave the Schengen area. Older passports with visas on them (if you have any).
o Round trip reservation or itinerary. It must include dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from the Schengen area. You can use the visa consultation services like this one.
o Travel insurance policy. A document that proves you have travel health insurance for the whole Schengen territory, with a minimum coverage of 30,000 euros in case of any medical emergency as illnesses, accidents and even repatriation in case of death.
o Proof of accommodation. A document that shows where you will be accommodated throughout your stay in Schengen. This can be one of the following:
o A hotel/hostel booking.
o A rental agreement.
o A letter of invitation from a host at whose house you will be staying.
o Proof of financial means. Evidence that you have enough money to support yourself financially throughout your stay in the Schengen. This can be one of the following:
o Bank account statement - that shows you have enough money in your account for the trip. The statement shall be no older than 3 months.
o Sponsorship Letter - by another person that confirms they will be financially supporting your trip to the Schengen. In order for this letter to be valid, it must be accompanied by a bank statement of the sponsor, no older than three months.
o A combination of your bank account statement and a letter of sponsorship.

Each appointment slot may be reserved solely by one applicant at a time. Exceptions will be implemented, only in the case of accompanying family members.