- The current bank statement (preferably for the last 6 months)
- In case one doesn’t have a bank account or doesn’t own enough funds to be taking care of their expenses during this travel, one must ask the visiting friends or relatives to sign an “official affidavit of support” at the corresponding office in his/her place of residence. Make sure you carry the original document when applying for the visa.
- The applicant description of their trip, the purpose of traveling, the time frame and all the personal date written down in a letter.
- In case of first-time travelers, one must submit also:
- Income tax returns for the last three years
- Appointment letter
- Proof of legal entity of the company
- A reference letter from the employer
- In case the applicant is the owner of the company he/she is working for, the business registration, tax returns and the latest bank statement is to be attached.
- The plane ticket reservation.
- Other documents, specified by the visa subtype.
Most Comment Schengen Visa Types
Resources: Embassies' official websites
