Schengen (Europe) visa from Dubai, Abu Dhabi & UAE
UAE residents apply for a Schengen visa at the embassy of the country where they will spend the most nights; one visa covers all 26 Schengen countries for up to 90 days in any 180. On Travelzeego it starts from AED 597.
Key facts
- Destination
- Schengen (Europe)
- Apply from
- UAE
- Fee from
- AED 597
- Processing time
- 10–15 working days
- How to apply
- Online, with document checks by Travelzeego
Apply for a Schengen visa from Dubai, Abu Dhabi & UAE from AED 597. One visa covers all 26 Schengen countries. Document checklist for UAE residents, fees in AED, embassy appointment booking and processing times — with help choosing the right embassy.
Applying for a Schengen (Europe) visa from the UAE
This page is for UAE residents of any nationality applying from the UAE. Sticker visas are lodged at the embassy's visa centre in Dubai or Abu Dhabi (VFS Global, BLS or TLScontact); e-visas are filed fully online. Most embassies do not accept applications from people in the UAE on a visit visa. Pay in UAE dirhams by card or Apple Pay.
Documents UAE residents usually need
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your return date
- UAE residence visa valid for at least 3 months after you come back (many embassies want 6)
- Emirates ID (front and back)
- Salary certificate or NOC from your UAE employer · business owners: trade licence and memorandum of association
- Last 3–6 months' bank statements from a UAE bank, stamped by the bank
Frequently asked questions
Which Schengen country should UAE residents apply to?
You apply to the embassy of the country where you will spend the most nights. If the nights are equal across countries, you apply to the country you enter first. Applying to the wrong embassy is a common reason Schengen applications are refused, so Travelzeego checks your itinerary against these rules before you submit.
Does one Schengen visa cover all 26 countries?
Yes. A Schengen visa issued by any member state allows travel across all 26 Schengen countries for the period granted, typically up to 90 days within any 180-day window. You still lodge the application with a single embassy.
What documents do UAE residents need for a Schengen visa?
A Schengen application from the UAE typically requires a passport valid for at least three months beyond your return, recent photographs, travel medical insurance with a minimum of €30,000 cover, proof of funds, confirmed flights and accommodation for the full stay. Travelzeego shows the exact checklist for UAE residents.
How much does a Schengen visa cost from Dubai, Abu Dhabi & UAE?
The Schengen visa starts from AED 597 (AED) on Travelzeego, including the embassy fee and Travelzeego's assistance. Final pricing is shown before you pay.
How long does a Schengen visa take from the UAE?
Most Schengen applications from the UAE take around 10–15 working days once biometrics are given, though embassies advise applying up to six months before travel because appointment availability varies by season and by country.