Due to different countries and tourist seasons, it takes different time to apply for a Schengen visa. Generally, it takes 3-7 working days, and individual countries may need 15 working days or more. It is recommended to apply about one month in advance.

I want to apply for a Schengen visa to travel to Schengen countries. What materials need to be prepared?

Four categories of information need to be provided:

1. Personal basic information of the applicant, mainly including: passport, photo, Schengen visa application form, copy of ID card, copy of household registration book, copy of marriage-related certificate, etc.

2. Proof of the applicant's economic property, mainly including: running bills for the past six months, bank deposit certificates, etc.

3. The identification categories of applicants mainly include: on-the-job identification/retiree identification/unemployed or freelancer identification/student identification.

4. The applicant's travel itinerary certificate mainly includes: round-trip air ticket reservation, hotel reservation certificate, transportation and schedule during the stay in Schengen countries, and valid medical insurance certificate during the stay in all Schengen countries.