This is the most common way to stay in Europe for longer than 90 days. Long-stay visas are typically issued for periods of up to one year, and can be renewed for up to five years. To apply for a long-stay visa, you will need to contact the embassy or consulate of the country you wish to visit. The visa requirements vary from country to country, but you will typically need to provide the following documents:
- A valid passport
- A completed visa application form
- Two passport-sized photographs
- Proof of financial means (such as bank statements or a letter from your employer)
- Proof of health insurance
- Proof of accommodation (such as a hotel reservation or a lease agreement)
2. Get a job in Europe.
If you are offered a job in Europe, you may be eligible for a work visa. Work visas are typically issued for the duration of your employment contract, and can be renewed if your contract is extended. To apply for a work visa, you will need to contact the embassy or consulate of the country where you will be working. The visa requirements vary from country to country, but you will typically need to provide the following documents:
- A valid passport
- A completed visa application form
- Two passport-sized photographs
- Proof of your job offer
- Proof of financial means (such as bank statements or a letter from your employer)
- Proof of health insurance
3. Study in Europe.
If you are planning to study in Europe, you may be eligible for a student visa. Student visas are typically issued for the duration of your studies, and can be renewed if you continue to meet the visa requirements. To apply for a student visa, you will need to contact the embassy or consulate of the country where you will be studying. The visa requirements vary from country to country, but you will typically need to provide the following documents:
- A valid passport
- A completed visa application form
- Two passport-sized photographs
- Proof of your enrolment at a European university
- Proof of financial means (such as bank statements or a letter from your sponsor)
- Proof of health insurance
4. Invest in Europe.
If you are planning to invest in Europe, you may be eligible for an investment visa. Investment visas are typically issued for periods of up to five years, and can be renewed if you continue to meet the visa requirements. To apply for an investment visa, you will need to contact the embassy or consulate of the country where you wish to invest. The visa requirements vary from country to country, but you will typically need to provide the following documents:
- A valid passport
- A completed visa application form
- Two passport-sized photographs
- Proof of your investment (such as a business plan or a letter from your investment banker)
- Proof of financial means (such as bank statements or a letter from your sponsor)
- Proof of health insurance
5. Marry an EU citizen.
If you marry an EU citizen, you may be eligible for an EU family member visa. EU family member visas are typically issued for periods of up to five years, and can be renewed indefinitely. To apply for an EU family member visa, you will need to contact the immigration authorities in the country where you live. The visa requirements vary from country to country, but you will typically need to provide the following documents:
- A valid passport
- A completed visa application form
- Two passport-sized photographs
- Proof of your marriage (such as a marriage certificate)
- Proof of your spouse's EU citizenship (such as a passport or an ID card)
- Proof of financial means (such as bank statements or a letter from your employer)
- Proof of health insurance
