Last Updated: 16 September 2026
A Schengen tourist visa is the short-stay type C visa used for holidays. The rules for every Schengen country are on Schengen Visa South Africa.
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Get Visa AssistanceMulti-Country Holidays
| Itinerary | Apply to |
|---|---|
| 6 nights Italy, 4 nights France | Italy |
| 5 nights Spain, 5 nights Portugal, landing in Madrid | Spain (first entry, equal nights) |
| Cruise from Barcelona, 2 nights in Spain | Check cruise rules - often the embarkation country |
Holiday Evidence
- Accommodation for every night.
- Travel insurance of at least €30,000.
- Bank statements covering the trip cost.
- Approved leave from your employer.
Tourist Visa Costs
| Item | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Visa fee - adult | €90 (approx. R1,700) | Official |
| Visa fee - child 6 to 11 | €45 (approx. R850) | Official |
| Centre service fee | Roughly R200 - R650 | Provider fee |
| Visa assistance | R1,200 - R3,500 | Optional assistance fee |
Fees may change and should be confirmed with the relevant government, embassy, consulate or authorised visa application provider before applying. Rand amounts are approximate conversions and assistance fees are indicative market ranges, not quotations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country issues my Schengen tourist visa?
The country where you spend the most nights, or where you enter first if nights are equal.
Can I change my itinerary after getting the visa?
Minor changes happen, but your main destination should match your application.
Do I need flight tickets?
Reservations are usually enough. Avoid paying for non-refundable tickets before approval.
Requests sent through Visa Application go to independent providers who handle Schengen tourist visa applications regularly.
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Visa approval is solely at the discretion of the relevant immigration authority. Visa Application is not a government department, embassy, consulate or visa application centre, and no provider can guarantee approval, appointment availability or processing time.
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