Where to apply for a Schengen visa?
Entry/Exit System (EES)
The Entry/Exit System (EES) is Europe’s new border management system designed to register non-EU nationals traveling for short stays each time they cross the external borders of 29 European countries. The EES has been fully operational since 10 April 2026.
As a fully automated and digital solution, the EES replaces traditional passport stamping across most of Europe. For further details click the following link Entry/Exit System (EES)
Representation agreement
If a State does not have its proper visa section in a country or region, the delivery of a Schengen visa can be delegated to another Schengen State member with an agreement between both countries concerned.
The agreement allows the appointed representation to represent and handle Schengen visa applications within its own competence without consulting the other represented State.