Schengen destinations
Greece
Greece short-stay Schengen visa guidance for UK applicants.
Information may change; confirm current requirements with the official embassy or visa application centre before you travel.
Visa types & stay
Max stay
Short-stay up to 90 days within 180 days
- Short-term Schengen visa
- Long-term national visa for stays over 90 days
Documents required
- Application form
- Passport with 2 blank pages and validity extending at least 3 months after departure
- Recent ICAO photo
- Fingerprints unless exempt/recently registered
- Visa fee
- Travel medical insurance minimum EUR 30,000
- Supporting travel/accommodation/financial documents
Fees
- Verify current fee with official authorities
Processing time
Official Greek page says normally 15 calendar days, extendable to 30 days and exceptionally 60 days
How to apply
Greek Consular Office in London outsources collection and biometrics to Global Visa Center World (GVCW)