Overview

If you wish to visit only Estonia, the Schengen visa has to be applied for at the Estonian representation or at the representation of the member state representing Estonia in issuing Schengen visas.

If the visit includes more than one Schengen member state, or if several separate visits are to be carried out within a period of two months, the application must be lodged at the representation of the main destination. The main destination is understood to be the destination where you intend to spend the longest time or where the main purpose of the intended journey is carried out.

If you wish to visit several Schengen member states and you are not sure of the state of main destination or plan to spend the equal number of days in each state, the visa must be applied for at the representation of the state through which the visa applicant intends to enter the Schengen area.

Visa Fees

• Applicable visa fee, in EGP (to be paid in cash), is as per the current exchange rate and may be subject to change without notice.
• VFS service fee of EGP 1186 (VAT tax included) is charged per visa application, in addition to the applicable visa fee.
• All fees are non-refundable.

Documents Required

• Certificate from the Mogamma.
  • For first time travelers, or in case of passport loss: a Certificate from the Mogamma covering the past 7 years.
• Fully completed and signed online application form (signed by both parents in case of minors, below the age of 18.) Click here for the online application form.
• Two recent passport size photograph (Not older than 3 months, size: 3,5 -4,5 cm, white background and neutral expression necessary, no head or face covering acceptable except for religious reasons; please do not staple.
• Original passport valid for at least three months longer than the intended stay. The passport must have been issued within the last 07 years, must be in a good shape and have at least 2 empty pages. The applicant needs to provide a photocopy of the identity page of the passport, and any previous Schengen visas from the last 3 years.
• Proof of the applicant’s family ties and marital status in Egypt through a copy of the family register entry “Kid Aely or Kid Fardy for singles” ( for the first time traveler to Schengen area only ) and it is not required from spouses/family members of Estonian citizens.
• Booking Proof.
  • A round trip ticket reservation, primary reservation is mandatory.
  • Hotel booking confirmation or proof of accommodation.(primary reservation).
  • Itinerary for the period of stay.
• Purpose of the trip
  • A document substantiating the purpose of the stay.
• Solvency Original bank statements for the past 6 months copied and translated. In the absence of bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.
• Document to be provided by employees Certificate of employment, specifying the date of recruitment, position in the company and salary level.
• Document to be provided by company owners Original of the commercial registry and tax card.
• Document to be provided by pupils and students Proof of enrollment in school or university.
• If the applicant is an employee: Confirmation of leave approval.
• Document to be provided by minors (not applicable in case of school or sports club trips):
  • If the minor travels without his/her legal guardian: consent of the parental authority (both parents) or legal guardian shall be provided either through a notarised certificate or by a form signed at the consulate premises.
  • If minor is travelling with one of his/her legal guardian: consent of the parental authority (parents not travelling with their minor child) or legal guardian shall be provided either through a notarised certificate or by a form signed at the consulate premises.
  • A copy of the minor’s birth certificate and a copy of the passport of the authorising adult.

Please note:

• Each applicant must present a separate application form and set of the supporting documents.
• Documents to be provided by all visa applicants must be in English.

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain light-coloured background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 35 x 45 (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 150 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.

Resolution

• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Grup Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Note : If children are traveling with their parents and are included inside the passport of the mother and/or the father, one photograph for each children MUST be glued to the application form of the father or the mother, depending on whom are they traveling with.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

The minimum processing time of a visa application is 15 working days, so applicants are advised to leave enough time - between the appointment date and travel date - for the Embassy to process their visa application; no guarantees can be given on the visa application’s return date as delays may occur.

For certain nationalities the visa application needs consultation from the other Schengen countries and therefore the minimum processing time takes 15 working days.

In order to avoid any delays in the visa application process, it is paramount that the visa application is complete and its documents submitted are as per the Embassy’s requirements (see Documents required for the different visa categories).

Applicant’s lack of Travel plan will not fall on Embassy priority to process your visa. It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.

Online Visa application form

For Estonia, every applicant needs to provide a signed printout of the Schengen visa application form that has to be completed online.

Overview

If you wish to visit only Estonia, the Schengen visa has to be applied for at the Estonian representation or at the representation of the member state representing Estonia in issuing Schengen visas.

If the visit includes more than one Schengen member state, or if several separate visits are to be carried out within a period of two months, the application must be lodged at the representation of the main destination. The main destination is understood to be the destination where you intend to spend the longest time or where the main purpose of the intended journey is carried out.

If you wish to visit several Schengen member states and you are not sure of the state of main destination or plan to spend the equal number of days in each state, the visa must be applied for at the representation of the state through which the visa applicant intends to enter the Schengen area.

Visa Fees

• Applicable visa fee, in EGP (to be paid in cash), is as per the current exchange rate and may be subject to change without notice.
• VFS service fee of EGP 1186 (VAT tax included) is charged per visa application, in addition to the applicable visa fee.
• All fees are non-refundable.

Documents Required

• Certificate from the Mogamma.
  • For first time travelers, or in case of passport loss: a Certificate from the Mogamma covering the past 7 years.
• Fully completed and signed online application form (signed by both parents in case of minors, below the age of 18.) Click here for the online application form.
• Two recent passport size photograph (Not older than 3 months, size: 3,5 -4,5 cm, white background and neutral expression necessary, no head or face covering acceptable except for religious reasons; please do not staple.
• Original passport valid for at least three months longer than the intended stay. The passport must have been issued within the last 07 years, must be in a good shape and have at least 2 empty pages. The applicant needs to provide a photocopy of the identity page of the passport, and any previous Schengen visas from the last 3 years.
• Proof of the applicant’s family ties and marital status in Egypt through a copy of the family register entry “Kid Aely or Kid Fardy for singles” ( for the first time traveler to Schengen area only ) and it is not required from spouses/family members of Estonian citizens.
• Booking Proof.
  • A round trip ticket reservation, primary reservation is mandatory.
  • Hotel booking confirmation or proof of accommodation.(primary reservation).
  • Itinerary for the period of stay.
• Purpose of the trip
  • A document substantiating the purpose of the stay.
• Solvency Original bank statements for the past 6 months copied and translated. In the absence of bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.
• Invitation letter Official invitation from the inviting company (on official company paper, stamped and signed) containing the following information:
  • the full address and contacts of the company;
  • nature of the business;
  • name and position of the countersigning officer;
  • purpose and duration of the visit
  • person or entity who will bear the travel and living costs
  • whether the sponsor gives financial guarantee for the visa applicant’s return to Egypt.
  • ! Invitation letters can be sent to the Embassy of Estonia’s e-mail address (embassy.cairo@mfa.ee) in a digitally signed format – must be an .asice file and no other type of file. !
• Information to be provided by the Egyptian invited company
  • Copy of the invited company registry or tax card.
  • Official company paper stamped and signed, mentioning clearly:
    • full address and contact persons of the company;
    • name and position of the countersigning officer;
    • name, position, salary and years of employment (if applicable);
    • purpose of the visit;
    • nature of the work contract;
    • person or entity which will bear the applicant’s travel and living costs;
    • An invitation letter from the inviting company which has been validated by the competent local authorities.
• Document to be provided by employees Certificate of employment, specifying the date of recruitment, position in the company and salary level.
• Document to be provided by company owners Original of the commercial registry and tax card.
• Document to be provided by pupils and students Proof of enrollment in school or university.
• Document to be provided by minors (not applicable in case of school or sports club trips):
  • If the minor travels without his/her legal guardian: consent of the parental authority (both parents) or legal guardian shall be provided either through a notarised certificate or by a form signed at the consulate premises.
  • If minor is travelling with one of his/her legal guardian: consent of the parental authority (parents not travelling with their minor child) or legal guardian shall be provided either through a notarised certificate or by a form signed at the consulate premises.
  • A copy of the minor’s birth certificate and a copy of the passport of the authorising adult.

Please note:

• Each applicant must present a separate application form and set of the supporting documents.
• Documents to be provided by all visa applicants must be in English.

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain light-coloured background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 35 x 45 (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 150 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.

Resolution

• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Grup Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Note : If children are traveling with their parents and are included inside the passport of the mother and/or the father, one photograph for each children MUST be glued to the application form of the father or the mother, depending on whom are they traveling with.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

The minimum processing time of a visa application is 15 working days, so applicants are advised to leave enough time - between the appointment date and travel date - for the Embassy to process their visa application; no guarantees can be given on the visa application’s return date as delays may occur.

For certain nationalities the visa application needs consultation from the other Schengen countries and therefore the minimum processing time takes 15 working days.

In order to avoid any delays in the visa application process, it is paramount that the visa application is complete and its documents submitted are as per the Embassy’s requirements (see Documents required for the different visa categories).

Applicant’s lack of Travel plan will not fall on Embassy priority to process your visa. It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.

Online Visa application form

For Estonia, every applicant needs to provide a signed printout of the Schengen visa application form that has to be completed online.

Overview

If you wish to visit only Estonia, the Schengen visa has to be applied for at the Estonian representation or at the representation of the member state representing Estonia in issuing Schengen visas.

If the visit includes more than one Schengen member state, or if several separate visits are to be carried out within a period of two months, the application must be lodged at the representation of the main destination. The main destination is understood to be the destination where you intend to spend the longest time or where the main purpose of the intended journey is carried out.

If you wish to visit several Schengen member states and you are not sure of the state of main destination or plan to spend the equal number of days in each state, the visa must be applied for at the representation of the state through which the visa applicant intends to enter the Schengen area.

Visa Fees

• Applicable visa fee, in EGP (to be paid in cash), is as per the current exchange rate and may be subject to change without notice.
• VFS service fee of EGP 1186 (VAT tax included) is charged per visa application, in addition to the applicable visa fee.
• All fees are non-refundable.

Documents Required

• Certificate from the Mogamma.
  • For first time travelers, or in case of passport loss: a Certificate from the Mogamma covering the past 7 years.
• Fully completed and signed online application form (signed by both parents in case of minors, below the age of 18.) Click here for the online application form.
• Two recent passport size photograph (Not older than 3 months, size: 3,5 -4,5 cm, white background and neutral expression necessary, no head or face covering acceptable except for religious reasons; please do not staple.
• Original passport valid for at least three months longer than the intended stay. The passport must have been issued within the last 07 years, must be in a good shape and have at least 2 empty pages. The applicant needs to provide a photocopy of the identity page of the passport, and any previous Schengen visas from the last 3 years.
• Proof of the applicant’s family ties and marital status in Egypt through a copy of the family register entry “Kid Aely or Kid Fardy for singles” ( for the first time traveler to Schengen area only ) and it is not required from spouses/family members of Estonian citizens.
• Booking Proof.
  • A round trip ticket reservation, primary reservation is mandatory.
  • Hotel booking confirmation or proof of accommodation.(primary reservation).
  • Itinerary for the period of stay.
• Purpose of the trip
  • A document substantiating the purpose of the stay.
• Solvency Original bank statements for the past 6 months copied and translated. In the absence of bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.

  An invitation letter signed by host family/friends. ! Invitation letters can be sent to the Embassy of Estonia’s e-mail address (embassy.cairo@mfa.ee) in a digitally signed format – must be an .asice file and no other type of file. !

• Document to be provided by employees Certificate of employment, specifying the date of recruitment, position in the company and salary level.
• Document to be provided by company owners Original of the commercial registry and tax card.
• Document to be provided by pupils and students Proof of enrollment in school or university.
• Document to be provided by minors (not applicable in case of school or sports club trips):
  • If the minor travels without his/her legal guardian: consent of the parental authority (both parents) or legal guardian shall be provided either through a notarised certificate or by a form signed at the consulate premises.
  • If minor is travelling with one of his/her legal guardian: consent of the parental authority (parents not travelling with their minor child) or legal guardian shall be provided either through a notarised certificate or by a form signed at the consulate premises.
  • A copy of the minor’s birth certificate and a copy of the passport of the authorising adult

Please note:

• Each applicant must present a separate application form and set of the supporting documents.
• Documents to be provided by all visa applicants must be in English.

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain light-coloured background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 35 x 45 (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 150 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.

Resolution

• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Grup Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Note : If children are traveling with their parents and are included inside the passport of the mother and/or the father, one photograph for each children MUST be glued to the application form of the father or the mother, depending on whom are they traveling with.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

The minimum processing time of a visa application is 15 working days, so applicants are advised to leave enough time - between the appointment date and travel date - for the Embassy to process their visa application; no guarantees can be given on the visa application’s return date as delays may occur.

For certain nationalities the visa application needs consultation from the other Schengen countries and therefore the minimum processing time takes 15 working days.

In order to avoid any delays in the visa application process, it is paramount that the visa application is complete and its documents submitted are as per the Embassy’s requirements (see Documents required for the different visa categories).

Applicant’s lack of Travel plan will not fall on Embassy priority to process your visa. It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.

Online Visa application form

For Estonia, every applicant needs to provide a signed printout of the Schengen visa application form that has to be completed online.

Overview

If you wish to visit only Estonia, the Schengen visa has to be applied for at the Estonian representation or at the representation of the member state representing Estonia in issuing Schengen visas.

If the visit includes more than one Schengen member state, or if several separate visits are to be carried out within a period of two months, the application must be lodged at the representation of the main destination. The main destination is understood to be the destination where you intend to spend the longest time or where the main purpose of the intended journey is carried out.

If you wish to visit several Schengen member states and you are not sure of the state of main destination or plan to spend the equal number of days in each state, the visa must be applied for at the representation of the state through which the visa applicant intends to enter the Schengen area.

Visa Fees

• Applicable visa fee, in EGP (to be paid in cash), is as per the current exchange rate and may be subject to change without notice.
• VFS service fee of EGP 1186 (VAT tax included) is charged per visa application, in addition to the applicable visa fee.
• All fees are non-refundable.

Documents Required

• Certificate from the Mogamma.
  • For first time travelers, or in case of passport loss: a Certificate from the Mogamma covering the past 7 years.
• Fully completed and signed online application form (signed by both parents in case of minors, below the age of 18.) Click here for the online application form.
• Two recent passport size photograph (Not older than 3 months, size: 3,5 -4,5 cm, white background and neutral expression necessary, no head or face covering acceptable except for religious reasons; please do not staple.
• Original passport valid for at least three months longer than the intended stay. The passport must have been issued within the last 07 years, must be in a good shape and have at least 2 empty pages. The applicant needs to provide a photocopy of the identity page of the passport, and any previous Schengen visas from the last 3 years.
• Proof of the applicant’s family ties and marital status in Egypt through a copy of the family register entry “Kid Aely or Kid Fardy for singles” ( for the first time traveler to Schengen area only ) and it is not required from spouses/family members of Estonian citizens.
• Booking Proof.
  • A round trip ticket reservation, primary reservation is mandatory.
  • Hotel booking confirmation or proof of accommodation.(primary reservation).
  • Itinerary for the period of stay.
• Purpose of the trip
  • A document substantiating the purpose of the stay.
• Solvency Original bank statements for the past 6 months copied and translated. In the absence of bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.
• Certificate from a medical doctor (designated by the consulate) and/or a medical institution:
  • The certificate should state the medical history of the patient and what kind of medical treatment is needed.
• Official document from the receiving medical institution – It should confirm that it can perform the specific medical treatment and that the patient will be accepted accordingly.
• Proof of financial arrangement made.
• Any other correspondence between the sending medical doctor and the receiving medical institution, if available.
• Document to be provided by employees Certificate of employment, specifying the date of recruitment, position in the company and salary level.
• Document to be provided by company owners Original of the commercial registry and tax card.
• Document to be provided by pupils and students Proof of enrollment in school or university.
• Document to be provided by employees Certificate of employment, specifying the date of recruitment, position in the company and salary level.
• Document to be provided by company owners Original of the commercial registry and tax card.
• Document to be provided by pupils and students Proof of enrollment in school or university.
• Document to be provided by minors (not applicable in case of school or sports club trips):
  • If the minor travels without his/her legal guardian: consent of the parental authority (both parents) or legal guardian shall be provided either through a notarised certificate or by a form signed at the consulate premises.
  • If minor is travelling with one of his/her legal guardian: consent of the parental authority (parents not travelling with their minor child) or legal guardian shall be provided either through a notarised certificate or by a form signed at the consulate premises.
  • A copy of the minor’s birth certificate and a copy of the passport of the authorising adult.

Please note:

• Each applicant must present a separate application form and set of the supporting documents.
• Documents to be provided by all visa applicants must be in English.

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain light-coloured background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 35 x 45 (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 150 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.

Resolution

• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Grup Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Note : If children are traveling with their parents and are included inside the passport of the mother and/or the father, one photograph for each children MUST be glued to the application form of the father or the mother, depending on whom are they traveling with.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

The minimum processing time of a visa application is 15 working days, so applicants are advised to leave enough time - between the appointment date and travel date - for the Embassy to process their visa application; no guarantees can be given on the visa application’s return date as delays may occur.

For certain nationalities the visa application needs consultation from the other Schengen countries and therefore the minimum processing time takes 15 working days.

In order to avoid any delays in the visa application process, it is paramount that the visa application is complete and its documents submitted are as per the Embassy’s requirements (see Documents required for the different visa categories).

Applicant’s lack of Travel plan will not fall on Embassy priority to process your visa. It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.

Online Visa application form

For Estonia, every applicant needs to provide a signed printout of the Schengen visa application form that has to be completed online.

Overview

If you wish to visit only Estonia, the Schengen visa has to be applied for at the Estonian representation or at the representation of the member state representing Estonia in issuing Schengen visas.

If the visit includes more than one Schengen member state, or if several separate visits are to be carried out within a period of two months, the application must be lodged at the representation of the main destination. The main destination is understood to be the destination where you intend to spend the longest time or where the main purpose of the intended journey is carried out.

If you wish to visit several Schengen member states and you are not sure of the state of main destination or plan to spend the equal number of days in each state, the visa must be applied for at the representation of the state through which the visa applicant intends to enter the Schengen area.

Visa Fees

• Applicable visa fee, in EGP (to be paid in cash), is as per the current exchange rate and may be subject to change without notice.
• VFS service fee of EGP 1186 (VAT tax included) is charged per visa application, in addition to the applicable visa fee.
• All fees are non-refundable.

Documents Required

• Certificate from the Mogamma.
  • For first time travelers, or in case of passport loss: a Certificate from the Mogamma covering the past 7 years.
• Fully completed and signed online application form (signed by both parents in case of minors, below the age of 18.) Click here for the online application form.
• Two recent passport size photograph (Not older than 3 months, size: 3,5 -4,5 cm, white background and neutral expression necessary, no head or face covering acceptable except for religious reasons; please do not staple.
• Original passport valid for at least three months longer than the intended stay. The passport must have been issued within the last 07 years, must be in a good shape and have at least 2 empty pages. The applicant needs to provide a photocopy of the identity page of the passport, and any previous Schengen visas from the last 3 years.
• Proof of the applicant’s family ties and marital status in Egypt through a copy of the family register entry “Kid Aely or Kid Fardy for singles” ( for the first time traveler to Schengen area only ) and it is not required from spouses/family members of Estonian citizens.
• Booking Proof.
  • A round trip ticket reservation, primary reservation is mandatory.
  • Hotel booking confirmation or proof of accommodation.(primary reservation).
  • Itinerary for the period of stay.
• Purpose of the trip
  • A document substantiating the purpose of the stay.
• Solvency Original bank statements for the past 6 months copied and translated. In the absence of bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.
• Document to be provided by employees Certificate of employment, specifying the date of recruitment, position in the company and salary level.
• Document to be provided by company owners Original of the commercial registry and tax card.
• Document to be provided by pupils and students Proof of enrollment in school or university.
• For minors: Student card and original letter of the school mentioning: the full address, telephone number of the school, permission for absence, name and function of the person giving the permission.
• Minors travelling alone:
• Original letter of invitation from the organiser of the event
• If applicable: letter of the institution sending the concerned applicant
• Document to be provided by minors (not applicable in case of school or sports club trips):
  • If the minor travels without his/her legal guardian: consent of the parental authority (both parents) or legal guardian shall be provided either through a notarised certificate or by a form signed at the consulate premises.
  • If minor is travelling with one of his/her legal guardian: consent of the parental authority (parents not travelling with their minor child) or legal guardian shall be provided either through a notarised certificate or by a form signed at the consulate premises.
  • A copy of the minor’s birth certificate and a copy of the passport of the authorising adult

Please note:

• Each applicant must present a separate application form and set of the supporting documents.
• Documents to be provided by all visa applicants must be in English.

Photo Specifications

Applicants are requested to submit their application form with the new photo format, as explained below:

General

The photo must fulfill the norm specified by the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).

• Use plain light-coloured background.
• The photo must be no more than 6-months old.
• Not tilted picture (portrait style) showing both edges of face clearly.
• Close up of the head and top of the shoulders so that the face takes up 70–80% of the photograph.
• Photo in sharp focus and clear.

Photo Size

The photo for each visa applicant must measure:

• The picture dimensions must be 240 pixels wide by 320 pixels high at least. A smaller picture will be rejected. For instance, a photo being 235 pixels by 320 pixels is not valid.
• On the other hand, the photo should keep a proportion of 35 x 45 (width x height) within limits. However, 250 x 340 pixels picture would be valid, but not a 290 x 340 pixels one.
• Finally, the image weight (size in Kbytes) can never be bigger than 150 Kbytes.

Resolution

• An image resolution is measured in DPI (dots per inch) and it's mainly used to control printing quality. Therefore, higher resolution means better printing quality.
• Photos resolution should be 300 dpi, so, when you scan the image, check this parameter carefully. However, bear in mind that the higher the resolution, the bigger the picture.

Resolution

• The only image format accepted is JPEG (Join Photograph Expert Grup Format). The other image formats such as BMP, TIFF, GIF, PNG, etc. will be rejected (a warning will be shown).

Attaching the Photo to the Application form

• Glue one photograph to the application form in the designated space.

Note : If children are traveling with their parents and are included inside the passport of the mother and/or the father, one photograph for each children MUST be glued to the application form of the father or the mother, depending on whom are they traveling with.

Please follow these instructions carefully. If the photograph presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete.

Processing Time

The minimum processing time of a visa application is 15 working days, so applicants are advised to leave enough time - between the appointment date and travel date - for the Embassy to process their visa application; no guarantees can be given on the visa application’s return date as delays may occur.

For certain nationalities the visa application needs consultation from the other Schengen countries and therefore the minimum processing time takes 15 working days.

In order to avoid any delays in the visa application process, it is paramount that the visa application is complete and its documents submitted are as per the Embassy’s requirements (see Documents required for the different visa categories).

Applicant’s lack of Travel plan will not fall on Embassy priority to process your visa. It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.

Online Visa application form

For Estonia, every applicant needs to provide a signed printout of the Schengen visa application form that has to be completed online.