We are pleased to announce the launch of our new website, effective October 23, 2024, in collaboration with our partner organization, Visametric. Appointments made by our applicants so far are still valid; there is definitely no change regarding your appointment.
We are pleased to inform you that, as of September 9, 2024,BLS will officially accept visa applications on behalf of the German Embassy in Dublin. All necessary information can be found on our website. Please make sure to schedule an appointment in advance and prepare the application documents by the appointment date. Unfortunately, it is not possible to accept applications without a prior appointment.
For stays of up to 90 days, including for purposes such as cultural events, sports events, language courses, short-term internships, and similar activities, you may apply for a Schengen visa through BLS.
INCREASING OF SHORT-STAY SCHENGEN VISA FEES
As per Commission Delegated Regulation 2024/1415 amending Regulation (EC) No 810/2009 as regards the amount of visa fees, Schengen visa fees will increase from 80 EUR to 90 EUR for short-stay visas for adults and from 40 to 45 EUR for short-stay visas for children from 6 to 12 years.
The new visa fee will come in force on 11 June 2024.
Processing times
02/11/2023
The regular processing time for a Schengen visa is 15 calendar days according to the Schengen Visa Code. However, in some cases the processing time might be longer, for example if your documents need to be checked more thoroughly or you are asked to submit additional documents. Please make sure to schedule an appointment as early as possible before your intended trip to Germany.
The visa office of the German Embassy Dublin usually decides on complete applications within 15 calendar days of receipt at the visa office (not after submission to BLS). In addition, transport from BLS to the Embassy and back may take a few days. Around public holidays (e.g. Easter, Christmas) there may be longer processing times. Please plan accordingly. We recommend that you apply at least three weeks before your intended travel dates. Schengen visa applications can be submitted up to six months before the start of the planned trip.
Applicants can check the status of their application via the application tracking on the BLS website. Written inquiries about the processing status can only be answered after the above-mentioned regular processing time of 15 days has expired. There may be delays in responding to emails due to volume. Passports will only be returned via BLS.
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