Business Visa

Documents Required

Standard Documentation

Completed Visa Application Form

Fully filled, signed, and submitted in original.

Passport (Original + Copy)

• Signed and valid for at least 90 days beyond the intended departure date from the Schengen Area.
• Issued within the last 10 years (extended passports older than 10 years are not accepted).
• Contain at least 2 blank visa pages.
• Include copies of previous Schengen visas (if issued within the last 3 years).

UK Residency

• Provide a UK eVisa printout from UKVI with a valid share code.

Photograph (Original)
Recent passport-sized colour photo meeting Schengen visa requirements.

Supporting Documentation

Proof of Occupation (not older than 30 days & as applicable)

Employed:

• Recent, signed employer letter confirming job position, salary, and leave approval.
• Last 3 months’ payslips.

Self-Employed:

• HMRC tax return or letter confirming Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR) and National Insurance Number.
• Certificate of Incorporation for company directors.
• Accountant’s letter verifying income.

Students:

• Official university/college letter confirming enrolment, signed and dated.

Unemployed/Retired:

• Benefits letter from Jobcentre or Pension Service.
• If not receiving benefits, a self-declaration on financial status.

Proof of Business Invitation (not older than 30 days)

• Signed invitation letter from a Czech-based company/business on official letterhead.
• Must include:
  • Applicant’s full name.
  • Purpose of the visit and details of business activities.
  • Travel dates and duration of stay.
  • Confirmation of accommodation and travel arrangements, if applicable.
  • Name and position of the signee.

Proof of Finance

• Latest 3 months’ bank statements (UK current account) showing:
  • Applicant’s name, address, and balance.
  • Minimum balance of £30 per day of stay, plus outstanding accommodation and travel costs.
• Traveller’s cheques covering the same financial requirements.

Proof of Travel

• Confirmed return travel tickets (flight, train, coach, or ferry).
• If driving:
  • Car registration and insurance.
  • Ferry/Eurotunnel ticket with car registration details.
  • If the applicant is a passenger, a signed letter from the driver confirming travel together.
• If booked through a travel agency:
  • Invoice, receipt, or payment confirmation from the agency.

Proof of Accommodation

• Confirmed hotel/hostel reservations, showing:
  • Applicant’s name, travel dates, and accommodation details.
• If the applicant’s name is not on the reservation, a signed travel confirmation letter from the person booking the accommodation must be submitted, along with their passport copy.

If visiting multiple Schengen countries, applicants must provide a complete travel plan, detailing stay durations and accommodation addresses in each country.

Travel Insurance

• Must be issued by a UK-registered insurer and valid for the entire stay in the Schengen Area.
• Minimum coverage of €30,000 for medical emergencies and repatriation.
• The insurance policy must clearly mention the applicant’s name.

Photo Specifications

• Recent, colour passport-sized photograph.
• White or light background, no shadows.
• Neutral expression, no smiling.
• No sunglasses, hats, or head coverings, except for religious purposes.
• Must be glued to the visa application form.

If the submitted photograph does not meet these requirements, the visa application will be considered incomplete, and the applicant will be required to submit a new photo.

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Visa Charges

Below is the fee structure for our visa services.

Appointment-Only Service

For applicants who need an appointment and guidance but will manage their own documents and submission.

All-Inclusive Visa Service Packages

Comprehensive support, including documentation assistance and a smoother visa centre experience.