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Schengen short-stay (type C) · Long-stay student (type D) · Long-stay work (type D)

Yes, you need a visa before you travel No visa on arrival, and no eVisa. You apply in person before you fly.
Schengen short-stay (type C) No visa on arrival, and no eVisa. You apply in person before you fly.
Fee
€90
≈ R1,678
Processing
15 to 45 days
Apply well ahead of travel
Max stay
90 days
In any 180-day period

Up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen area.

Check if you qualify Data confidence 88 of 100, manual, 3 Jul 2026
Long-stay student (type D) No visa on arrival, and no eVisa. You apply in person before you fly.
Fee
€99
≈ R1,846
Processing
15 to 60 days
Apply well ahead of travel
Max stay
Up to 1 year
In any 365-day period

National long-stay visa; fee varies by country.

Long-stay work (type D) No visa on arrival, and no eVisa. You apply in person before you fly.
Fee
€99
≈ R1,846
Processing
15 to 60 days
Apply well ahead of travel
Max stay
Up to 1 year
In any 365-day period

National long-stay visa; fee varies by country.

Fees are the official application fees in EUR. ≈ amounts are a live conversion to ZAR and are indicative only.

Worth knowing
Schengen short-stay fee is EUR 90 (from 11 Jun 2026). Student/work are national long-stay (type D) visas; fees vary slightly by member state.
Official sourcehome-affairs.ec.europa.eu
Valid Passport
Bank Statements 3-6 Months
Proof Of Funds
Travel Itinerary
Accommodation Proof
Return Ticket
Admission Letter
Tuition And Living Funds Proof
Bank Statements
Academic Transcripts
English Proficiency If Required
Job Offer Or Sponsorship
Sponsorship Or Permit Approval
Qualifications Proof
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