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How much is a Schengen visa, and how long does it take?

As of November 3, 2026, The European Commission sets the Schengen visa fee at €90 for adults and €45 for children aged 6 to 12, and the normal processing time is 15 days, extendable to up to 45 days when the consulate needs a closer look or more documents. Apply at least 15 days and no more than 6 months before the trip; visa service centres may add their own fee. The application needs a passport photo, which SelfieToPassport makes from your phone for $6.95.

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The short version

  1. Adults: €90. Children aged 6–12: €45.
  2. Normal processing: 15 days; up to 45 days if more checks are needed.
  3. Apply 15 days to 6 months before the trip.
  4. Visa service centres may charge an additional fee.
  5. SelfieToPassport: the Schengen visa photo from your phone, $6.95.

Schengen visa fees

The fee is the same at every Schengen consulate; a few nationalities pay a reduced one.

The rules

Processing time and when to apply

The clock starts when the consulate has the application.

The rules

  • The normal processing time for a Schengen visa application is 15 days. home-affairs.ec.europa.eu
  • It can stretch to up to 45 days when the application needs a more detailed examination or more documents. home-affairs.ec.europa.eu
  • Applications go to the consulate at least 15 days before the trip and no earlier than 6 months before it. home-affairs.ec.europa.eu
  • A Schengen visa covers short visits of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. home-affairs.ec.europa.eu

FAQ

How much is a Schengen visa in 2026?

€90 for adults and €45 for children aged 6 to 12; visa service centres may add a fee of their own. Source: official page "Applying for a Schengen visa - Migration and Home Affairs", checked on Nov 3, 2026.

How long does a Schengen visa take?

Normally 15 days, and up to 45 days when the consulate needs a more detailed examination or more documents. Source: official page "Applying for a Schengen visa - Migration and Home Affairs", checked on Nov 3, 2026.

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