Get Cn Vfs Global Visa Application Checklist — Short Stay Family/friend Visit

Filling out the CN VFS Global Visa Application Checklist for a short stay family or friend visit is an essential step in your visa application process. This guide will provide you with clear and supportive instructions to ensure your application is completed accurately and efficiently.

Follow the steps to complete your application checklist easily.

1. Use the ‘Get Form’ button to access the online application checklist and open it for editing.
2. Begin with section 1, where you need to provide your original passport along with a copy of the identity page. Ensure the passport is valid for at least three months after your planned departure from the Schengen area and has at least two blank pages.
3. In section 2, upload two recent passport photographs that are in color, measure 35x45 mm, and have a plain white or light grey background.
4. For section 3, complete the visa application form fully online and ensure every page is printed out and signed by the applicant. If the applicant is a minor, one parent must also sign the form.
5. Next in section 4, provide photocopies of the identity page and signature page of the passport, as well as previous Schengen visas, Hukou (for Chinese nationals), and a residence permit (for foreign applicants).
6. Move to section 5 and submit both an original and a photocopy of your medical insurance documentation, which must cover all Schengen countries and include a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000.
7. In section 6, include an original invitation letter from your host, clearly stating their address, purpose of stay, and relationship to you, along with their signature.
8. Proceed to section 7, where you must prove how you will finance your travel and accommodation costs, either by providing proof of your funding or a formal obligation letter from your host.
9. For section 8, attach a copy of the identity documents of your host, including their passport or ID page and, if applicable, a copy of their residence permit.
10. In section 9, establish the relationship proof between you and your host, either through a notary certificate (for family visits) or mention in the invitation letter (for friend visits).
11. Section 10 requires a bank statement showing regular income for the last three months; avoid submitting credit card statements.
12. If submitting through a representative, you will need to complete section 11 by including the original letter of authorization and section 12 with the representative's ID card or passport. Ensure both are provided in original and copy.
13. In section 13, upload the original employment or company certificate detailing your employment status.
14. If you are self-employed or not working, use section 15 to include a detailed explanation letter about your situation and travel funding.
15. Section 16 allows for alternative proof of funding if your personal funds are insufficient, including your spouse's documents.
16. For students, section 17 requires a certificate from the university along with supporting documentation.
17. If the applicant is a minor, ensure all documents in section 18 are completed, including the permission letters and necessary certificates.
18. Finally, section 19 allows for you to submit a copy of your pensioner’s card if applicable, and section 20 is reserved for any additional documents.
19. Once all fields are completed and documents attached, you can save your changes, download, print, or share your completed application checklist.

Complete the CN VFS Global Visa Application Checklist online today to move forward with your travel plans.