Business Entry (Schengen Visa Required Nationals)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- Typically according to Schengen consular processing timelines
- Fee
- Schengen visa fee applies (set by issuing Schengen state)
- Validity
- 90 days in any 180-day Schengen period
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Nationals requiring Schengen visas must obtain an appropriate Schengen visa for business travel before entering Andorra via France or Spain.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Applies to travelers whose nationality requires a Schengen short-stay visa.
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Purpose of visit
Permitted for short business activity without local employment.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport photo meeting Schengen consular standards
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, cards, cash, sponsorship evidence; Minimum amount: Sufficient means for the planned stay
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Entire Schengen area; Minimum coverage: EUR 30,000
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Business invitation from host entity
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Schengen short-stay visa application form; Form url: https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen-borders-and-visa/visa-policy_en
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Biometrics appointment
Booking url: https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen-borders-and-visa/visa-policy_en; Location: Issuing Schengen state consular center
How to apply
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Appointment booking
Book Schengen visa appointment with the competent French or Spanish consular channel.
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Document submission
Submit Schengen business visa application and supporting documents.
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Processing wait
Wait for Schengen visa decision.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with Schengen visa and travel via France or Spain.