Schengen Transit Visa (Type C - Transit)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 5 days
- Processing time
- 15 calendar days
- Fee
- EUR 90
- Validity
- Up to 5 days for transit through the Schengen area
- Entry
- Single entry
Required for Annex I nationals who need to pass through the Schengen area (land, sea, or air with passport control) to reach a non-Schengen destination. This is distinct from the Airport Transit Visa (Type A) which is only for staying in the international transit zone.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Nationals of Annex I countries who need to transit through the Schengen area with passport control.
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Purpose of visit
Transit only. Must have valid visa or entry permission for the final destination country.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: 35x45mm
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: No
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Schengen visa application form; Form url: https://secure.e-konsulat.gov.pl/
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, card; Amount: EUR 90
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather passport, photos, transit flight tickets, destination visa, and insurance.
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Online application
Complete Schengen visa application form for transit purpose via e-Konsulat.
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Appointment booking
Book appointment at Polish embassy or consulate.
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee of EUR 90.
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Document submission
Submit all documents in person.
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Biometrics
Provide biometric data if not recorded within 59 months.
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Processing wait
Wait for processing, typically 15 calendar days.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with transit visa sticker.