Holiday travel: the 6-month application window

You can apply for a Schengen visa no earlier than 6 months and at least 15 days before the journey. For travel on 20 December, the last safe day is early December — but appointments fill up, so apply now.

This week

• ☐ Check appointment availability
• ☐ Gather documents
• ☐ Write the cover letter

Visa cover letter template →

Source: European Commission, Applying for a Schengen visa.