Upcoming fee changes: From 1 August 2026, the consular fee for document legalisation will increase to €25. From 1 September 2026, the fee for long-stay return visas (visa D) will increase to €335.

Service Standard
All visa applications are being treated as fast as possible and according to the date of submission, the date of travel and the quality of the visa file.
Applicants are therefore strongly recommended to apply timely and with a complete visa file.