Pre-requisitesA travel document, is

Pre-requisitesA travel document, issued less than 10 years ago, containing at least two blank pages, with a period of validity at least 3 months longer than the date on which you intend to leave the Schengen Area or, in the case of a long stay, at least three months longer than the expiry date of the visa requested. Be sure to transmit (scan) ALL PAGES of your travel document containing visas, entry and exit stamps or any other inscription.ID photograph.If you are not a national of your country of residence: proof that you are legally resident in that country (e.g. residence permit).If you have an official travel document, a note verbale is required.Purpose of travel/stayReservation confirmation of an organised trip or any other document describing the planned programme.Reservation of a return ticket or travel itinerary.Socio-professional situationProof of socio-professional status (e.g. employment contract, certificate of employment, extract from the trade and companies’ register, school attendance certificate, proof of pension) and any documents demonstrating the applicant’s personal links to the country of residence (e.g. copy of marriage certificate, family record book).FundsBank statements, pay slips, pension statements.AccommodationReservation of a hotel or sufficient resources to cover hotel expenses (to the amount of €120/day) or a tenancy agreement or certificate of ownership. If staying with a private individual : proof of accommodation (Cerfa form).Travel health insuranceTravel health insurance certificate (cf FAQ).