Cultural, Sports & Religious Event Visa (Schengen Type C)
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Cultural, Sports & Religious Event Visa (Schengen Type C)

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At a Glance

Processing Time

10-15 days

Application Fee

80 EUR

Stay Duration

Duration of event

Renewable

No

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 attending cultural, sports, or religious events and activities in Greece. Valid for the duration of the event, up to 90 days. Includes film production and event participation.

This visa category is designed for participants and attendees of cultural festivals, sports competitions, religious ceremonies, and film production activities in Greece. It provides short-term entry for the specific event.

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Requirements

Personal

Passport Validity

3 months beyond intended stay months

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

3+ months validity beyond stay

Passport photos

Recent biometric photos

Event invitation

Official invitation from event organizer

Event program

Details of cultural/sports event

Participant credentials

Artist registration, athlete credentials, etc.

Financial proof

Bank statements

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Advantages

  • Faster processing than regular visa
  • Event-specific duration
  • Covers various cultural activities
  • Schengen area access

Considerations

  • Limited to specific event
  • No work authorization
  • Cannot extend in country
  • No pathway to residency

Application Process

1

Prepare documents

Gather event invitation, program, participant credentials

2

Apply at embassy/consulate

Submit application at Greek mission, 15+ days before event

3

Biometric appointment

Provide fingerprints and photo

4

Pay visa fee

EUR 80 application fee

5

Receive visa

Usually within 10-15 days

Application Forms

Schengen Visa Application Form

Form ID: Form C

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