Visa planning
Schengen Summer Travel: Book Your Appointment Early
Summer appointment slots fill up early. Applying at the start of the window gives you time for a relaxed departure.
A summer holiday in Europe is worth planning early. Applications can usually be made up to six months before travel, and the earlier you begin, the more choice you have for appointments.
A simple timeline
- Six to four months before: choose your route, main destination and dates
- Four to three months before: book an appointment and gather documents
- Three to two months before: submit your application and confirm flights and hotels
Helpful habits
Use travel insurance with the required medical cover, keep your itinerary consistent with your bookings and check the official website of the consulate for the latest requirements.
Our planners can prepare your itinerary and hotel documents to support the visa process.
