Visa Information

The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

• children under six years;
• school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
• representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations.

The visa fee may be waived for:

• children from the age of six years and below the age of 12 years; (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus and Turkey)
• holders of diplomatic and service passports; (in case of Hungary the visa fee only for the holders of diplomatic passports can be waived)
• Participants aged 25 years or less in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events, organized by nonprofit organizations. (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus)

Within local Schengen cooperation, Members States shall aim to harmonize the application of these exemptions.

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 70 CNY per person

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Travel Medical Insurance is compulsory for Schengen visas under Regulation (EU) 2019/1155 of the European Parliament. If you haven’t purchased yet, please click here

Individual Schengen-visa Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

According to the Visa Code, the procedure time for processing Schengen visa applications is 15 calendar days. However, if the application is complete, the embassy or consulate will take a decision within only a few days.

It is applicable in case you are travelling for business visit and professional training. This visa is given for a period of the stay up to 90 days within 180 days.

The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

• children under six years;
• school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
• representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations.

The visa fee may be waived for:

• children from the age of six years and below the age of 12 years; (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus and Turkey)
• holders of diplomatic and service passports; (in case of Hungary the visa fee only for the holders of diplomatic passports can be waived)
• Participants aged 25 years or less in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events, organized by nonprofit organizations. (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus)

Within local Schengen cooperation, Members States shall aim to harmonize the application of these exemptions.

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 70 CNY per person

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Travel Medical Insurance is compulsory for Schengen visas under Regulation (EU) 2019/1155 of the European Parliament. If you haven’t purchased yet, please click here
• Travel Medical Insurance should be colour printing
• All the documents should be A4, single side printed and not stapled.

Individual Schengen-visa Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

According to the Visa Code, the procedure time for processing Schengen visa applications is 15 calendar days. However, if the application is complete, the embassy or consulate will take a decision within only a few days.

Forms listed below must be filled in completely (in English only) and must be signed by the applicant himself/herself.

Please note that application form for Schengen visa should be signed twice. Application forms with one signature would not be accepted.

Visa application form can be downloaded and printed from the link below. Forms are also available at the visa application centre (free of charge).

Schengen Visa Application Form

According to the Personal Information Protection Law of the People’s Republic of China and other applicable laws and regulations to protect your personal information, VFS Global must obtain the consent from you for the processing of your personal data and proceed with your visa application. Please download, print, fill, sign and submit the consent form along with your visa application form, without which we will not be able to proceed with the application lodgment. Click here

To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

• children under six years;
• school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
• representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations.

The visa fee may be waived for:

• children from the age of six years and below the age of 12 years; (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus and Turkey)
• holders of diplomatic and service passports; (in case of Hungary the visa fee only for the holders of diplomatic passports can be waived)
• Participants aged 25 years or less in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events, organized by nonprofit organizations. (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus)

Within local Schengen cooperation, Members States shall aim to harmonize the application of these exemptions.

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 70 CNY per person

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Travel Medical Insurance is compulsory for Schengen visas under Regulation (EU) 2019/1155 of the European Parliament. If you haven’t purchased yet, please click here

Individual Schengen-visa Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

According to the Visa Code, the procedure time for processing Schengen visa applications is 15 calendar days. However, if the application is complete, the embassy or consulate will take a decision within only a few days.

Forms listed below must be filled in completely (in English only) and must be signed by the applicant himself/herself.

Please note that application form for Schengen visa should be signed twice. Application forms with one signature would not be accepted.

Visa application form can be downloaded and printed from the link below. Forms are also available at the visa application centre (free of charge).

Schengen Visa Application Form

According to the Personal Information Protection Law of the People’s Republic of China and other applicable laws and regulations to protect your personal information, VFS Global must obtain the consent from you for the processing of your personal data and proceed with your visa application. Please download, print, fill, sign and submit the consent form along with your visa application form, without which we will not be able to proceed with the application lodgment. Click here

To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

• children under six years;
• school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
• representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations.

The visa fee may be waived for:

• children from the age of six years and below the age of 12 years; (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus and Turkey)
• holders of diplomatic and service passports; (in case of Hungary the visa fee only for the holders of diplomatic passports can be waived)
• Participants aged 25 years or less in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events, organized by nonprofit organizations. (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus)

Within local Schengen cooperation, Members States shall aim to harmonize the application of these exemptions.

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 70 CNY per person

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Travel Medical Insurance is compulsory for Schengen visas under Regulation (EU) 2019/1155 of the European Parliament. If you haven’t purchased yet, please click here

Individual Schengen-visa Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

According to the Visa Code, the procedure time for processing Schengen visa applications is 15 calendar days. However, if the application is complete, the embassy or consulate will take a decision within only a few days.

Forms listed below must be filled in completely (in English only) and must be signed by the applicant himself/herself.

Please note that application form for Schengen visa should be signed twice. Application forms with one signature would not be accepted.

Visa application form can be downloaded and printed from the link below. Forms are also available at the visa application centre (free of charge).

Schengen Visa Application Form

According to the Personal Information Protection Law of the People’s Republic of China and other applicable laws and regulations to protect your personal information, VFS Global must obtain the consent from you for the processing of your personal data and proceed with your visa application. Please download, print, fill, sign and submit the consent form along with your visa application form, without which we will not be able to proceed with the application lodgment. Click here

To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

• children under six years;
• school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
• representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations.

The visa fee may be waived for:

• children from the age of six years and below the age of 12 years; (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus and Turkey)
• holders of diplomatic and service passports; (in case of Hungary the visa fee only for the holders of diplomatic passports can be waived)
• Participants aged 25 years or less in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events, organized by nonprofit organizations. (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus)

Within local Schengen cooperation, Members States shall aim to harmonize the application of these exemptions.

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 70 CNY per person

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Travel Medical Insurance is compulsory for Schengen visas under Regulation (EU) 2019/1155 of the European Parliament. If you haven’t purchased yet, please click here

Individual Schengen-visa Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

According to the Visa Code, the procedure time for processing Schengen visa applications is 15 calendar days. However, if the application is complete, the embassy or consulate will take a decision within only a few days.

Forms listed below must be filled in completely (in English only) and must be signed by the applicant himself/herself.

Please note that application form for Schengen visa should be signed twice. Application forms with one signature would not be accepted.

Visa application form can be downloaded and printed from the link below. Forms are also available at the visa application centre (free of charge).

Schengen Visa Application Form

According to the Personal Information Protection Law of the People’s Republic of China and other applicable laws and regulations to protect your personal information, VFS Global must obtain the consent from you for the processing of your personal data and proceed with your visa application. Please download, print, fill, sign and submit the consent form along with your visa application form, without which we will not be able to proceed with the application lodgment. Click here

To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

• children under six years;
• school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
• representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations.

The visa fee may be waived for:

• children from the age of six years and below the age of 12 years; (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus and Turkey)
• holders of diplomatic and service passports; (in case of Hungary the visa fee only for the holders of diplomatic passports can be waived)
• Participants aged 25 years or less in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events, organized by nonprofit organizations. (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus)

Within local Schengen cooperation, Members States shall aim to harmonize the application of these exemptions.

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 70 CNY per person

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Travel Medical Insurance is compulsory for Schengen visas under Regulation (EU) 2019/1155 of the European Parliament. If you haven’t purchased yet, please click here

Individual Schengen-visa Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

According to the Visa Code, the procedure time for processing Schengen visa applications is 15 calendar days. However, if the application is complete, the embassy or consulate will take a decision within only a few days.

Forms listed below must be filled in completely (in English only) and must be signed by the applicant himself/herself.

Please note that application form for Schengen visa should be signed twice. Application forms with one signature would not be accepted.

Visa application form can be downloaded and printed from the link below. Forms are also available at the visa application centre (free of charge).

Schengen Visa Application Form

According to the Personal Information Protection Law of the People’s Republic of China and other applicable laws and regulations to protect your personal information, VFS Global must obtain the consent from you for the processing of your personal data and proceed with your visa application. Please download, print, fill, sign and submit the consent form along with your visa application form, without which we will not be able to proceed with the application lodgment. Click here

To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

• children under six years;
• school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
• representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations.

The visa fee may be waived for:

• children from the age of six years and below the age of 12 years; (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus and Turkey)
• holders of diplomatic and service passports; (in case of Hungary the visa fee only for the holders of diplomatic passports can be waived)
• Participants aged 25 years or less in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events, organized by nonprofit organizations. (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus)

Within local Schengen cooperation, Members States shall aim to harmonize the application of these exemptions.

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 70 CNY per person

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Travel Medical Insurance is compulsory for Schengen visas under Regulation (EU) 2019/1155 of the European Parliament. If you haven’t purchased yet, please click here

	Information for family members of EEA nationals
	Individual Schengen-visa Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

According to the Visa Code, the procedure time for processing Schengen visa applications is 15 calendar days. However, if the application is complete, the embassy or consulate will take a decision within only a few days.

Forms listed below must be filled in completely (in English only) and must be signed by the applicant himself/herself.

Please note that application form for Schengen visa should be signed twice. Application forms with one signature would not be accepted.

Visa application form can be downloaded and printed from the link below. Forms are also available at the visa application centre (free of charge).

Schengen Visa Application Form

According to the Personal Information Protection Law of the People’s Republic of China and other applicable laws and regulations to protect your personal information, VFS Global must obtain the consent from you for the processing of your personal data and proceed with your visa application. Please download, print, fill, sign and submit the consent form along with your visa application form, without which we will not be able to proceed with the application lodgment. Click here

To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

Schengen visa applications of family member of EU/EEA/CH are processed free of charge.

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 70 CNY per person

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Individual Schengen-visa Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

Visa applications of family members of EU/EEA/CH citizens are generally proceeded in the shortest possible time.

Forms listed below must be filled in completely (in English only) and must be signed by the applicant himself/herself.

Please note that application form for Schengen visa should be signed twice. Application forms with one signature would not be accepted.

Visa application form can be downloaded and printed from the link below. Forms are also available at the visa application centre (free of charge).

Schengen Visa Application Form

According to the Personal Information Protection Law of the People’s Republic of China and other applicable laws and regulations to protect your personal information, VFS Global must obtain the consent from you for the processing of your personal data and proceed with your visa application. Please download, print, fill, sign and submit the consent form along with your visa application form, without which we will not be able to proceed with the application lodgment. Click here

To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

• children under six years;
• school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
• representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations.

The visa fee may be waived for:

• children from the age of six years and below the age of 12 years; (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus and Turkey)
• holders of diplomatic and service passports; (in case of Hungary the visa fee only for the holders of diplomatic passports can be waived)
• Participants aged 25 years or less in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events, organized by nonprofit organizations. (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus)

Within local Schengen cooperation, Members States shall aim to harmonize the application of these exemptions.

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 70 CNY per person

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Travel Medical Insurance is compulsory for Schengen visas under Regulation (EU) 2019/1155 of the European Parliament. If you haven’t purchased yet, please click here

Individual Schengen-visa Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

According to the Visa Code, the procedure time for processing Schengen visa applications is 15 calendar days. However, if the application is complete, the embassy or consulate will take a decision within only a few days.

Forms listed below must be filled in completely (in English only) and must be signed by the applicant himself/herself.

Please note that application form for Schengen visa should be signed twice. Application forms with one signature would not be accepted.

Visa application form can be downloaded and printed from the link below. Forms are also available at the visa application centre (free of charge).

Schengen Visa Application Form

According to the Personal Information Protection Law of the People’s Republic of China and other applicable laws and regulations to protect your personal information, VFS Global must obtain the consent from you for the processing of your personal data and proceed with your visa application. Please download, print, fill, sign and submit the consent form along with your visa application form, without which we will not be able to proceed with the application lodgment. Click here

To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

• children under six years;
• school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
• representatives of non-profit organizations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organized by non-profit organizations.

The visa fee may be waived for:

• children from the age of six years and below the age of 12 years; (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus and Turkey)
• holders of diplomatic and service passports; (in case of Hungary the visa fee only for the holders of diplomatic passports can be waived)
• Participants aged 25 years or less in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events, organized by nonprofit organizations. (in case of Hungary the visa fee is not waived for this category with the exception of citizens of Belarus)

Within local Schengen cooperation, Members States shall aim to harmonize the application of these exemptions.

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 70 CNY per person

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Travel Medical Insurance is compulsory for Schengen visas under Regulation (EU) 2019/1155 of the European Parliament. If you haven’t purchased yet, please click here

Schengen-ADS Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

According to the Visa Code, the procedure time for processing Schengen visa applications is 15 calendar days. However, if the application is complete, the embassy or consulate will take a decision within only a few days.

Forms listed below must be filled in completely (in English only) and must be signed by the applicant himself/herself.

Please note that application form for Schengen visa should be signed twice. Application forms with one signature would not be accepted.

Visa application form can be downloaded and printed from the link below. Forms are also available at the visa application centre (free of charge).

Schengen Visa Application Form

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To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

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1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be no exemption for any applicants

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 70 CNY per person

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY are as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Completed and signed application form
• A valid travel document and 1 copy of passport first page
• 1 copy of permanent residence card
• 1 photograph

Note: All the documents should be A4, single side printed and not stapled.

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

On the basis of the documents submitted by the applicant and sent by the consular section the competent regional directorate of the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing decides on the application.

National Permanent Residence Permit Extension National economic interest

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1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

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1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
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3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be no exemption for any applicants

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 40 EURO (313 CNY).

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY are as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Completed and signed application form
• A valid travel document and 1 copy of passport first page
• 1 copy of permanent residence card
• 1 photograph

Note: All the documents should be A4, single side printed and not stapled.

Employment Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

On the basis of the documents submitted by the applicant and sent by the consular section the competent regional directorate of the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing decides on the application.

	Application form for Residence Permit
	Employment Appendix 9.6

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1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

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1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
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3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be no exemption for any applicants

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 40 EURO (313 CNY).

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY are as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Completed and signed application form
• A valid travel document and 1 copy of passport first page
• 1 copy of permanent residence card
• 1 photograph

Note: All the documents should be A4, single side printed and not stapled.

Family Reunification Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

On the basis of the documents submitted by the applicant and sent by the consular section the competent regional directorate of the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing decides on the application.

	Application form for Residence Permit
	Family reunification Appendix 9.23

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1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be no exemption for any applicants

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 40 EURO (313 CNY).

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY are as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Completed and signed application form
• A valid travel document and 1 copy of passport first page
• 1 photograph

Note: All the documents should be A4, single side printed and not stapled.

Intra-Corporate Transfer(ICT) Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

On the basis of the documents submitted by the applicant and sent by the consular section the competent regional directorate of the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing decides on the application.

	Application form for Residence Permit
	Intra-Corporate Transfer Appendix 9.10

To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be no exemption for any applicants

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 40 EURO (313 CNY).

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY are as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Completed and signed application form
• A valid travel document and 1 copy of passport first page
• 1 photograph

Note: All the documents should be A4, single side printed and not stapled.

Study or Student Mobility Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

On the basis of the documents submitted by the applicant and sent by the consular section the competent regional directorate of the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing decides on the application.

	Application form for Residence Permit
	Study or Student Mobility Appendix 9.13

To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be no exemption for any applicants

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 40 EURO (313 CNY).

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY are as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Completed and signed application form
• A valid travel document and 1 copy of passport first page
• 1 photograph

Note: All the documents should be A4, single side printed and not stapled.

Guest self-employment Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

On the basis of the documents submitted by the applicant and sent by the consular section the competent regional directorate of the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing decides on the application.

	Application form for Residence Permit
	Guest self-employment Appendix 9.2

To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be no exemption for any applicants

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 40 EURO (313 CNY).

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY are as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Completed and signed application form
• A valid travel document and 1 copy of passport first page
• 1 photograph

Note: All the documents should be A4, single side printed and not stapled.

Guest Investor Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

On the basis of the documents submitted by the applicant and sent by the consular section the competent regional directorate of the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing decides on the application.

	Application Form for Guest Investor
	Guest Investor Appendix 9.3

To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be no exemption for any applicants

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 40 EURO (313 CNY).

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY are as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Completed and signed application form
• A valid travel document and 1 copy of passport first page
• 1 photograph

Note: All the documents should be A4, single side printed and not stapled.

Employment for the purpose of carry out an investment project Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

On the basis of the documents submitted by the applicant and sent by the consular section the competent regional directorate of the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing decides on the application.

	Application form for Residence Permit
	Employment for the purpose of carry out an investment project Appendix 9.5

To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be no exemption for any applicants

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 40 EURO (313 CNY).

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY are as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Completed and signed application form
• A valid travel document and 1 copy of passport first page
• 1 photograph

Note: All the documents should be A4, single side printed and not stapled.

Hungarian Card Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

On the basis of the documents submitted by the applicant and sent by the consular section the competent regional directorate of the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing decides on the application.

	Application form for Residence Permit
	Hungarian Card Appendix 9.8

To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be no exemption for any applicants

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 40 EURO (313 CNY).

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY are as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Completed and signed application form
• A valid travel document and 1 copy of passport first page
• 1 photograph

Note: All the documents should be A4, single side printed and not stapled.

Research or Researcher Mobility Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

On the basis of the documents submitted by the applicant and sent by the consular section the competent regional directorate of the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing decides on the application.

	Application form for Residence Permit
	Research or Researcher Mobility Appendix 9.11

To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

OR

1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.

The visa fee shall be no exemption for any applicants

Logistic Fees

Service Charge for Visa Application – 40 EURO (313 CNY).

Please Note:

The applicable visa fee in CNY are as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.

• Completed and signed application form
• A valid travel document and 1 copy of passport first page
• 1 photograph

Note: All the documents should be A4, single side printed and not stapled.

Training Checklist

All photos must meet the requirements listed below. If these requirements have not been met, the applicant will have to deliver a new photo that meets the requirements. The photo requirements are the same for children as for adults.

The Photo shall:

• be in sharp focus, clear and with good contrasts
• be printed on quality photo paper with high solution
• should be taken against a White background
• be 35x45 mm in width
• maximum 6 months old, resemble the applicant
• full-face, facing the camera directly, eyes looking straight at the camera
• show the whole head and the top of the shoulders. The face shall occupy 70-80 % of the picture
• show open eyes that are clearly visible. Hair shall not cover the eyes

Regarding glasses:

Should be without glasses

Regarding head-dress:

Religious head-dresses are allowed provided that all details of the face are clearly shown.

• Chin, forehead and both cheeks shall all be clearly visible
• Shadows in the face due to the head-dress are not allowed

On the basis of the documents submitted by the applicant and sent by the consular section the competent regional directorate of the National Directorate-General for Aliens Policing decides on the application.

	Application form for Residence Permit
	Training Appendix 9.15

To Download a Form:

1. Click on the form link.
2. When the form opens, save the form on your computer.

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1. Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
2. Select Save Target As from the list.
3. Save the form on your computer.