How do I get a Greece Schengen visa from the UAE?

You apply yourself, in your own name, through the official channel for Greece in the UAE, with the documents listed above. Processing is about 15 working days. Documents in Greek or English.

How much medical insurance do I need?

Medical insurance valid in all Schengen states for the whole stay, with at least €30,000 of cover including repatriation.

Do I need to buy a flight ticket before applying?

No. A flight reservation with a real, verifiable booking reference is enough. Avoid paying for a full ticket before your visa is approved.

How do I get an appointment?

Join the waitlist in your own account on the official visa-centre portal, enter your details exactly as in your passport, and watch your email and SMS. Nobody can guarantee a slot.

How much does VisaQube cost?

AED 250 per person, with 20% off the total for 3 or more applicants. Consulate and visa-centre fees are separate and paid to them directly.

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🇬🇷 Greece Schengen visa from the UAE: document checklist

Everything Greece asks UAE residents to bring for a short-stay (tourist or family visit) Schengen visa, in plain English and in the official order.

Application form. Complete the Schengen form in Greek or English and sign it.

Good to know. Processing is about 15 working days. Documents in Greek or English.

The Greece checklist

1Visa application formFully completed in Greek or English and signed. For a child, both parents sign in front of a visa officer.
2Passport and copiesValid 3 months after you leave the Schengen area, issued in the last 10 years, 2 consecutive blank pages. Residence permit valid 3 months after departure. Copies of the data page, residence permit and previous Schengen visas.
3One recent colour photo3.5 x 4 cm, no older than 6 months, white background.
4Travel medical insuranceWhole stay, all Schengen states, at least €30,000 including repatriation. Insurance card copies are not accepted.
5Flight ticket or reservationIncluding the return flight; an itinerary if visiting several countries.
6Proof of financial meansPersonal bank statements for the past 6 months, stamped. Payslips for 6 months can be added.
7Original NOC from employer or sponsorRecruitment date, position, employment status, length of contract and salary. Self-sponsored: trade licence. Students: enrolment proof. Sponsored by spouse or parents: their NOC, passport and residence visa copy.
8AccommodationHotel reservation, rental contract or property proof, in every Schengen country you visit. Visiting family or friends: original invitation letter and proof of relationship.
9Additional documentsBirth certificate for children and parent-sponsored applicants; attested marriage certificate if sponsored by your spouse or travelling with family.

Source: Checklist for Schengen visa – Tourism or visiting family/friends, Embassy of Greece in Abu Dhabi. Lists change, so check the official page before you apply.

Get your Greece pack ready

VisaQube turns this list into your own pack: a personal checklist, letters ready to sign (NOC, salary certificate, cover letter), a Flight Reservation and a day-by-day itinerary, all with the same names and dates. You still apply yourself, in your own name.

AED 250 per person, 20% off for 3 or more applicants.

Start your Greece application

Common questions

How do I get a Greece Schengen visa from the UAE?: You apply yourself, in your own name, through the official channel for Greece in the UAE, with the documents listed above. Processing is about 15 working days. Documents in Greek or English.
How much medical insurance do I need?: Medical insurance valid in all Schengen states for the whole stay, with at least €30,000 of cover including repatriation.
Do I need to buy a flight ticket before applying?: No. A flight reservation with a real, verifiable booking reference is enough. Avoid paying for a full ticket before your visa is approved.
How do I get an appointment?: Join the waitlist in your own account on the official visa-centre portal, enter your details exactly as in your passport, and watch your email and SMS. Nobody can guarantee a slot.
How much does VisaQube cost?: AED 250 per person, with 20% off the total for 3 or more applicants. Consulate and visa-centre fees are separate and paid to them directly.

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