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Visa & Paperwork Checklist
Stay on top of consulate requirements. Pick your destination region to get a personalized list of documents and deadlines.
Visa & paperwork planner
Choose your destination region to reveal the documents and timeline you need to stay compliant.
Schengen Student Visa Checklist
- Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay, two blank pages)
- Acceptance letter from host university
- Proof of accommodation (dorm contract, rental agreement, host invitation)
- Financial proof (€760/month) via bank statements or scholarship letters
- Health insurance covering €30,000 minimum
- Visa application form + biometric photos
- Flight itinerary OR declaration of transportation
- Statement of purpose describing your study plan
Suggested timeline
- 90–120 days out: gather financial proof, book biometrics appointment
- 60 days: finalize housing and insurance documents
- 30 days: attend appointment, track passport return, plan residency registration
Always confirm requirements with the nearest consulate—rules change, and some countries require in-person interviews or specific translations.