SchengenAt a glance
Schengen visa key facts
- Visa type
- Short-stay Schengen visa (Type C): tourism, family visit, business, medical
- Maximum stay
- Up to 90 days in any 180-day period
- European Commission: Schengen visa policy (Visa Code): European Commission: Schengen visa policy (Visa Code)
- Government fee
- Set by the EU; reduced for children 6–11 and free under 6. Your adviser confirms the current amount before you pay
- European Commission: Schengen visa policy (Visa Code): European Commission: Schengen visa policy (Visa Code)
- Service centre fee
- Charged on top by the visa application centre (VFS, TLS or BLS) and different for each country. Your adviser confirms the current amount before you pay
- Adviser confirms for your case
- Decision time
- Usually 15 calendar days; can be extended up to 45 days
- European Commission: Schengen visa policy (Visa Code): European Commission: Schengen visa policy (Visa Code)
- When to apply
- Up to 6 months before travel, and no later than 15 days before
- European Commission: Schengen visa policy (Visa Code): European Commission: Schengen visa policy (Visa Code)
- Urgent option
- No paid express service. In justified urgent cases a consulate may give an earlier appointment; ask us to check
- European Commission: Schengen visa policy (Visa Code): European Commission: Schengen visa policy (Visa Code)
Price
Schengen visa price in Pakistan
Our price for a Schengen visa varies with the visa type and your file, so every quote is free and given on WhatsApp before you pay. Any embassy fee is separate and confirmed by your adviser.
| Visa type | Our price | Enquire |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visaHolidays and sightseeing in one or more Schengen countries. | Free quoteVaries with this visa type | Get quote |
| Family & friends visit visaVisiting relatives or friends who live in a Schengen country. | Free quoteVaries with this visa type | Get quote |
| Business visaMeetings, conferences, trade fairs and factory visits. | Free quoteVaries with this visa type | Get quote |
| Medical treatment visaPlanned treatment at a hospital or clinic in a Schengen country. | Free quoteVaries with this visa type | Get quote |
Our service
Why apply for your Schengen visa with Travel Visa Pk
- 15+ years of experienceOur visa team has prepared visit visa files for Pakistani travellers for over 15 years, including Schengen.
- Free document check firstSend your papers on WhatsApp. We match them to the official Schengen list and tell you what is missing before you pay anything.
- Office in Blue Area, IslamabadMeet an adviser at Eagle Plaza, Fazal-e-Haq Road, and bring your originals for a final review before submission.
- No fake guaranteesThe embassy decides. We tell you honestly where your file is weak and fix what can be fixed before it is submitted.
- Sunday supportThe office is closed on Sunday, but advisers still answer on WhatsApp and by phone.
Document list
Documents required for Schengen visit visa from Pakistan
Each document shows when it applies and the source it comes from. Items marked “Adviser confirms for your case” are checked by our team before you submit.
Application and identity
4 documentsSchengen visa application form, completed and signed
Official source: European Commission: Schengen visa policy (Visa Code)
Passport issued within the last 10 years
Valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area, with at least 2 blank pages.
Official source: European Commission: Schengen visa policy (Visa Code)
Recent passport photo
Plain light background, face clearly visible (ICAO standard).
Official source: European Commission: Schengen visa policy (Visa Code)
Copy of your CNIC
Non-Pakistani residents submit proof of legal residence in Pakistan instead.
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Travel and accommodation
4 documentsReturn flight reservation from/to Pakistan
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
If your trip has several stops
Reservations for travel between Schengen countries
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Accommodation booking for the whole stay
Or proof of sponsorship / private accommodation if staying with family or friends (some countries use their own official form).
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Travel medical insurance of at least €30,000
Must cover all Schengen countries for the full trip, including emergency medical care and repatriation.
Official source: European Commission: Schengen visa policy (Visa Code)
Money and ties to Pakistan
5 documentsFamily Registration Certificate (FRC) in English from NADRA
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Bank statement for the last 6 months, signed and stamped by the bank
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
National Tax Number (NTN) certificate
Or proof of exemption if applicable.
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
FBR acknowledgement of income tax returns for the last 2 fiscal years
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Only if you cannot provide the bank statement, NTN or tax returns
Other proof of income or assets
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Extra documents for your situation
7 documentsIf you are employed
Last 3 months' payslips, copy of employment contract, and employer leave letter
The letter should state your leave dates, position, salary, length of employment, purpose of travel and employer contact number.
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
If you own a business or are self-employed
Company registration certificate
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
If you are a government employee
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your department stating the visit dates
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
If you are retired
Pension statements for the last 6 months
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
If you are a student
Proof of university enrolment and student card
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
If someone else pays for your trip
Proof of sponsorship
Some countries require their own sponsorship form.
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
If you are a dependant and the FRC does not show the relationship
Proof of family relationship from civil records
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Children under 18
4 documentsIf travelling with one parent or without parents
Parental consent affidavit with trip details and the names of guardians during the trip
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Copies of the non-travelling parent's CNIC and passport
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Proof of school enrolment
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Where applicable
Court order on guardianship or family relationship
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
By purpose
Schengen visa types and extra documents
Add these documents to the list above, depending on why you are travelling.
Tourist visa
Holidays and sightseeing in one or more Schengen countries.
On top of the common documents
2 documentsDay-by-day travel plan matching your bookings
Not on the EU list, but helps the officer understand your trip.
Adviser confirms for your case
If someone else pays for the trip
Proof of sponsorship
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Family & friends visit visa
Visiting relatives or friends who live in a Schengen country.
On top of the common documents
4 documentsInvitation / proof of sponsorship from your host
Some countries require an official form (e.g. a formal obligation letter).
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
If visiting a close relative
Proof of relationship: FRC from NADRA or civil status records
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
If visiting your spouse
Nikah Nama and/or Marriage Registration Certificate in English from your Union Council
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Copy of host's passport or residence permit
Adviser confirms for your case
Business visa
Meetings, conferences, trade fairs and factory visits.
On top of the common documents
3 documentsInvitation on the European company's letterhead
Must show your name and position, purpose of visit, dates and itinerary.
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Evidence of business relationship: invoices, shipments or correspondence
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
If attending a trade fair
Entry tickets or paid stall booking
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Medical treatment visa
Planned treatment at a hospital or clinic in a Schengen country.
On top of the common documents
4 documentsMedical certificate stating the need for the treatment
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Letter from the receiving hospital confirming it can perform the treatment
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Proof you can pay for the full treatment (and pre-payment if applicable)
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Correspondence between your doctor and the receiving hospital
Official source: European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in Pakistan
Process
How to apply for a Schengen visa from Pakistan
Two ways to read this: what we do for you, and what the Schengen process involves. Most refusals we see come from files people assembled alone.
With Travel Visa Pk
15+ years of experience, one adviser from first message to departure. This is what applying for a Schengen visa through us looks like.
- Step 1
Tell us your case
One message on WhatsApp or a visit to Blue Area: your job, your travel dates and who is going.
- Step 2
Free document check
We check what you already have against the current official list and tell you what is missing. No charge, no obligation.
- Step 3
We build the file
Cover letter, sponsor and employment papers, bank statement explanation, translations and the forms, prepared the way the embassy expects to see them.
- Step 4
Appointment and fees
We book the slot, tell you the exact fee to pay on the day and brief you on what happens at the centre.
- Step 5
Review, submit, track
A second adviser reviews the file before submission, then we track it until the decision.
- Step 6
After approval
Tickets, hotel, insurance and transfers arranged in one place, so your trip is not five separate bookings.
What the official Schengen process involves
- 1
Choose the right embassy: the country of your longest stay (or first entry if equal).
- 2
Book an appointment or register on the waiting list with that country's centre.
- 3
Collect the documents above; we review every page before submission.
- 4
Fill the application form and pay the visa fee plus service centre fee.
- 5
Attend the appointment for biometrics (fingerprints and photo) and submit your file.
- 6
Track your passport; most decisions arrive within 15 calendar days.
Where the application is submitted
- The embassy of your main destination (longest stay), or of first entry if stays are equalMost Schengen embassies in Pakistan accept files through VFS Global, TLScontact or BLS International; Germany uses its own waiting-list registration.
- German Embassy Islamabad / Consulate General Karachi (waiting list)
We book the appointment, prepare the file and tell you exactly what to carry on the day.
Common mistakes we fix before you submit
- Bank statement not signed and stamped by the bank, or covering less than 6 months.
- Missing FBR tax return acknowledgements or NTN certificate.
- Insurance below €30,000 or not covering every day of the trip.
- Applying to a country that is not your main destination.
- Large unexplained cash deposits just before printing the statement.
- Bookings, leave letter and form showing different travel dates.
We can also arrange
How we handle Schengen visa files
6-month bank statement review, €30,000 medical insurance, VFS Global and Gerry's appointments, and the cover letter.
FAQs
Schengen visa FAQs
What documents are required for a Schengen visit visa from Pakistan?
Everyone submits the signed form, passport (issued in the last 10 years), photo, CNIC copy, return flight and hotel reservations, €30,000 travel insurance, NADRA FRC in English, a 6-month signed and stamped bank statement, NTN certificate and FBR tax returns for 2 years. Employees, business owners, government staff, students and retirees add documents for their status.
How much is the Schengen visa price in Pakistan?
It depends on the visa type you need (tourist visa, family & friends visit visa, business visa or medical treatment visa) and on your documents, so we quote each file for free on WhatsApp before you pay anything. Any government or embassy fee is separate; your adviser confirms the current amount before you pay.
How much is the Schengen visa fee for Pakistanis?
The EU sets the Schengen visa fee; it is reduced for children aged 6 to 11 and children under 6 pay nothing. The visa application centre (VFS, TLS or BLS) charges its own service fee on top, which is different for each country. An adviser gives you the current total in rupees for your family before you book an appointment.
How long does a Schengen visa take from Pakistan?
The EU Visa Code sets a normal decision time of 15 calendar days from submission, extendable up to 45 days if more checks are needed. Getting an appointment can take longer than the decision itself, so start early.
Is there an urgent or express Schengen visa?
There is no paid express service. In genuinely urgent cases, such as a family emergency, a consulate may offer an earlier appointment. Tell us your situation and we will check the options for your country.
Which country should I apply to?
Apply to the country where you will spend the most nights. If your nights are equal, apply to the country you enter first.
How early can I apply?
Up to 6 months before your trip, and at least 15 days before departure.
Do I need the FRC for a Schengen visa?
Yes. The EU's official list for Pakistan asks every applicant for a Family Registration Certificate issued in English by NADRA.
What bank statement is needed?
Statements showing account movements for the last 6 months, signed and stamped by your bank. There is no single official minimum balance; the funds should match your trip cost and income.
I don't file tax returns. Can I still apply?
The EU list allows other documented proof of income or assets if you cannot provide the NTN, tax returns or bank statement. A weaker file is riskier, so speak to an adviser first.
What does an employer leave letter need to say?
Your approved leave dates, position, salary, how long you have worked there, the purpose of travel and the employer's contact number.
What insurance do I need?
Travel medical insurance of at least €30,000 covering all Schengen countries for the whole trip, including emergency treatment and repatriation. We can arrange a compliant policy.
Can a government employee apply?
Yes. Add an NOC from your department stating the dates of your visit.
My child is travelling with only one parent. What is needed?
A consent affidavit from the other parent with trip details, copies of their CNIC and passport, the child's school enrolment proof, and a court order if guardianship applies.
Do I need a hotel booking if I stay with relatives?
No hotel is needed, but you must show proof of sponsorship or private accommodation from your host; some countries require their official form.
Can I apply from Rawalpindi or Islamabad?
Yes. Files for most countries are submitted at application centres in Islamabad, and you can prepare everything with us at our Blue Area office or on WhatsApp.
Does Travel Visa Pk guarantee approval?
No agent can. The embassy decides. We make sure your file is complete, consistent and matches the official list, which avoids the most common refusal reasons.
Verified information
Sources we checked
Last checked 13 September 2026. 3 official government sources. Each fact above names the source it came from.
- European Commission Implementing Decision C(2018) 6863, Annex III: supporting documents for applicants in PakistanOfficial governmentambislamabad.esteri.it
- European Commission: Schengen visa policy (Visa Code)Official governmenthome-affairs.ec.europa.eu
- German Embassy Islamabad: short-term Schengen visaOfficial governmentpakistan.diplo.de
Requirements can change at short notice and authorities may ask for extra documents; the embassy or authority makes the final decision. Our advisers re-check every source before your file is submitted. How we source information
Next step
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