How to Apply for Schengen Visa from Bangladesh: Complete Consultant Guide

A Schengen visa opens the door to 26 European countries, making it one of the most valuable visas for Bangladeshi travelers. However, the application process is rigorous and requires careful preparation. GenTrip is one of the few Dhaka-based consultancies specializing in Schengen visa preparation with a high approval rate.

Which Countries Accept the Schengen Visa?

The Schengen zone includes Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.

Schengen Visa Document Checklist

• Passport with 3+ months validity beyond return date and 2 blank pages
• Completed Schengen visa application form (per embassy format)
• Two biometric photographs (35mm x 45mm, recent within 6 months)
• Travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage)
• Bank statements for last 6 months (minimum BDT 5,00,000 balance)
• Bank solvency certificate
• Employment letter or business registration documents
• Income tax return acknowledgment
• Confirmed flight reservation
• Hotel bookings for all Schengen countries to be visited
• Detailed day-by-day travel itinerary
• Cover letter explaining purpose of visit
• Previous passport copies with old visa stamps

Schengen Visa Fee & Processing

The Schengen visa application fee is EUR 80 (approximately BDT 10,000). VFS Global charges an additional service fee. Processing takes 15 calendar days but can extend to 45 days during peak seasons. GenTrip prepares your application to meet all requirements before VFS submission.

How GenTrip Assists with Schengen Visa

1. Initial consultation to assess eligibility and plan itinerary
2. Complete document checklist preparation
3. Bank statement and financial document review
4. Cover letter drafting and review
5. Flight and hotel reservation assistance
6. Travel medical insurance arrangement
7. VFS appointment booking
8. Pre-submission document verification
9. Post-submission tracking and passport collection

Schedule a Schengen visa consultation: Contact our European visa desk on WhatsApp.