Schengen Visa for Filipinos
I'd like to share with you my experience in applying for a Schengen Visa. I submitted my application last March 12 and got the decision last March 19 (5 working days). It was so tiring as I only had 2 weeks to gather/prepare all my documents, but it's all worth it. ️ Things you must remember: • Secure an appointment at VFS Global website • On your appointment day, submit all the required documents. • Please note that you are not directly submitting your documents at the Dutch Embassy. VFS is the application center handling all Netherlands Schengen Visa applications. • VFS officer will thoroughly check your documents and will ask necessary questions when needed. In my case, no questions were asked. • After documents submission, you will be asked to pay the Visa Fee + VFS Processing Fee (P5190). This is non-refundable in case of visa denial. • Wait for your name to be called for Biometrics. VFS officer may ask some questions during this process. ...