Europe / Schengen — National Long Stay Visa

Long-term study, work or residence visas issued by individual European countries. ICS consultants help determine whether this category fits your profile and manage every stage of the application on your behalf.

General requirements typically include: Show a clear purpose of travel and travel itinerary.; Provide proof of accommodation for the full stay.; Show sufficient funds for the duration of the visit.; Hold valid travel/medical insurance covering the Schengen area.; Demonstrate strong ties to your home country.. Eligibility depends on your individual circumstances — ICS offers a free assessment against the current requirements.

Commonly required documents include: Valid passport (3+ months beyond return date), Travel insurance, Proof of accommodation, Bank statements, Flight itinerary, Passport-size photographs. Exact document requirements can vary by case, so confirm your specific list with an ICS consultant before applying.

In general: Free consultation to confirm the correct Schengen country/route; then Document checklist preparation; then Appointment booking at the relevant consulate/visa center; then Application submission and biometrics; then Interview support (where required); then Visa decision and travel briefing. Processing times and exact steps can change — ICS manages this process directly with clients so nothing gets missed.

As of the last update to this page, this program is active and accepting applications. Requirements and processing times can change, so always confirm current status with ICS or the relevant government authority before applying.