Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)
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Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

14-28 days

Application Fee

80 EUR

Stay Duration

Up to 90 days

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

No

This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Short-term visa for tourism, business visits, or transit through Estonia and Schengen area. Valid for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

The Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) is the standard tourist and business visitor visa for Estonia, allowing short-term stays in Estonia and other Schengen countries. It is not renewable and is designed for temporary visits only.

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Requirements

Personal

Passport Validity

3 months after visa expiry months

Criminal Record Policy

case_by_case

Excluded Nationalities

Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: RU

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

At least 2 blank pages, valid 3+ months after visa expiry, issued within 10 years

Passport photos

One color photo, 35x45mm, not older than 6 months

Completed visa application form

Printed from online application

Travel medical insurance

Covers EUR 30,000 minimum, valid for entire Schengen area and stay period

Proof of financial means

Bank statements showing EUR 70 per day minimum

Return ticket or booking confirmation

Proof of intended departure from Schengen area

Optional

Hotel booking or accommodation proof

Confirmation of place of stay

Optional

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Advantages

  • Covers all Schengen countries
  • Straightforward application process
  • Estonia waived visa invitation requirement

Considerations

  • Limited to 90 days in 180 days
  • Not renewable
  • No work authorization

Application Process

1

Prepare documents

Gather passport, photos, insurance, and financial proof

2

Complete application form

Fill in Schengen visa application form online and print

3

Schedule appointment

Book visa appointment at nearest Estonian diplomatic mission or visa center

4

Submit application

Submit documents in person at consulate or visa service center

5

Biometric data

Provide fingerprints and photos

6

Await decision

Check status and collect passport with visa

Application Forms

Schengen Visa Application Form

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