What is a Schengen Visa?
Many International Students at Edge Hill University choose to travel to other European countries during their studies. For student who do not hold and EU/EEA passport you may need to apply for a visa prior to travelling to other European Countries from the UK. A Schengen Visa will allow you to travel to all countries in the Schengen zone using one visa, for a list of countries in the Schengen zone please click here.
If you wish to travel to any European country not in the Schengen zone you should contact that countries embassy in the UK for more information about the immigration procedures.
Types of Schengen visa:
- Short Stay Tourist Visa
- Airport Transit Visa
- Transit Visa
If you are planning on visit the country and not just travelling through you will require the Short Stay Tourist Visa.
Where to apply for a Schengen visa
Supporting documents
When to apply and how long will it take?