Estonia Visa
Estonia is a Baltic state in Northern Europe having land borders with both Latvia and Russia. Estonia’s coastline lies on the Baltic sea and the Gulf of Finland. Estonia is a Baltic gem offering visitors the chance to see a tiny dynamic land on the shores of the Baltic Sea. Glorious beaches pepper the extensive coastline, although the swimming season is short.
Visa policies of Estonia is the same other Schengen countries. You should apply for s Schengen visa to enter Estonia unless you come from the exempt countries.
ESTONIA VISA EXEMPTION
Nationals of the member states of the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area (EEA) and any third-country national who is a holder of a residence permit of a Schengen state do not need a visa to enter Estonia.
The holders of passports of the following countries do not need a visa to enter Estonia for stays of no more than three months in a 6 month period:
Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Holy See, Honduras, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Israel, Japan, Macao Special Administrative Region, Macedonia*, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mexico, Monaco, Montenegro*, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, San Marino, Serbia*, Seychelles, Singapore, South Korea, St Kitts-Nevis, Taiwan, United States of America, Uruguay, Vatican City, Venezuela.
TYPES OF ESTONIA VISA
Depending on the purpose of your travel to Estonia, there are different types of visas that will apply to the occasion.
Tourist visa is issued for those travellers looking to visit Estonia for purpose of tourism.
A business visa is given to those who are planning to visit Estonia for engaging in temporary work or business.
Visa for medical treatment is isued for people seek better medical treatment or specialized treatment for a disease that cannot be treated in their own country.
This is a special visa given to applicants who want to travel to Estonia to participate in cultural, film or sporting events.
Student visa is issued for applicants who are intending to undertaking a recognised course of study in Estonia should apply for Student visa.
A transit visa is required if there is a scheduled layover of a few hours in Estonia before heading to your destination.
If your travel is related to attending intergovernmental meetings, consultations, negotiations or events, you will need to apply for a special official visit visa.
ESTONIA VISA REQUIREMENTS
General required documents for Estonia Schengen visas:
- Download the application form, fill it completely and with sincerity. You can also fill the Estonia Schengen Visa application form electronically and then print a hard-copy
- 2 photos must be attached; the photo should be of passport format – a recent whole-face capture with a light background.
- Your passport and copies of your previous visas – valid for at least 3 months beyond return date – are required. Your passport must have at least two blank pages.
- Travel medical insurance confirmation of minimum 30,000 € coverage within Estonia and the entire Schengen area
- A cover letter stating the purpose of visit to Estonia and itinerary
- A copy of your return-ticket reservation with dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from Estonia. It is not recommended to purchase the ticket before obtaining the visa – if not otherwise required.
- Proof of Accommodation for the whole duration of the intended stay in Estonia.
- Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, death certificate of spouse, ration card if applicable)
- Means of subsistence – Proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay in Estonia. The amount of financial means that every foreigner applying for an Estonian Visa has to demonstrate owning to the Estonian Embassy or Consulate, is 600 EEK or 38.35€ /day for the period of stay in Estonia.
For different purpose of stay, you may be asked to provide additional documents:
Estonia Tourist/Visitor Visa:
Invitation letter from your family or friends in Estonia with the address and phone number – if applicable
Bank statement of the last 6 months
Passport copies
Estonia Visa for Business Purposes:
Invitation letter from the Estonian company you will be visiting and their detailed address accompanied with the dates of your visit
A certificate from your employer stating/allowing your business travel
If there were previous trade relations between the two companies, proof of such events must be provided
Business bank statement of the latest 6 months
Memorandum and Article of Association in original certified copy (registered with joint stock companies) Trade License (first issued and present renewal), Proprietorship/Partnership documents
Regarding the applicant’s expenses during stay in the Schengen zone, either the employer or the partner company must state coverage of expenses on the letter or invitation.
Estonia Visa for Medical Purposes:
A local medical report
A medical attestation from the hospital or doctor in Estonia, confirming the date of your appointment as well as your medical situation
Payment receipt of medical fees
Estonia Visa for Cultural, Sports, Film Crew or Religious Purposes:
Invitation letter from the above-mentioned authorities with details upon the nature of events or activities – purpose of visit , expense coverage
Names of the applicants (crew members)
Duration of stay
Travel itinerary
Estonia Visa for Members of Official Delegations:
The official invitation copy
Identity of applicant
Purpose of journey (negotiations, meetings, event by intergovernmental organizations, consultations)
Duration of stay
Place of accommodation
Estonia Visa for Study, Training, Research, or other type of Internship Purposes:
An enrollment certificate allowing attendance of courses
Certificate of completion or courses attended
Financial sustenance
Estonia Airport Transit Visa:
Visa or other type of entry permit in the transit country
Copy of your valid visa for your final destination
HOW TO APPLY FOR ESTONIA VISA
The way to apply for Estonia visa is the same as other schengen visa country, to apply for Estonia visa just follow these steps:
Schedule your appointment for nearest VFS centre in your country.
Prepare the required documents for your application and keep them ready for submission.
Submit your application at VFS on your appointment date: The process usually goes like this: Arrival and waiting period, Submission of documents, Biometrics, Visa payment
Wait for the results of your Schengen Visa application
VISA PROCESSING TIME
Minimum processing time is 15 Calendar days (It may further get delayed depending on the case). All applications must be submitted at least 15-20 days prior to the proposed date of travel to accommodate any unforeseen processing delays.
ESTONIA VISA APPLICATION FORM DOWNLOAD
All visa applicants will be required to fill out on-line the Visa Application Form which can be downloaded from: