Plan your trip stop by stop, check every night is covered, and print a clear itinerary for your visa application.
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UK and Schengen ask for different things
| UK visit visa | Schengen visa | |
|---|---|---|
| Trip plan | Useful: details of what you’ll do | Usually asked for, especially if visiting several countries |
| Flight booking | Listed as something you shouldn’t use as evidence, unless transiting | Usually a return flight reservation |
| Hotel booking | Listed as something you shouldn’t use as evidence | Proof of accommodation for every night |
Tips
- Make sure the nights add up to your travel dates.
- Use the same dates as on your application form.
- For Schengen, apply to your main destination, usually the country where you’ll spend the most nights. If there isn’t one, apply to the country where you’ll first enter the Schengen area.
- Don’t pay for non-refundable tickets until the visa is granted.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an itinerary for a UK visit visa?
It’s not on a fixed list, but showing what you plan to do helps. GOV.UK says not to send flight or hotel bookings as evidence unless you’re transiting.
Should I book flights before my Schengen visa?
Most checklists ask for a reservation, not a paid ticket. Many consulates say to buy the ticket after the visa is issued.
Can I change my plans after getting the visa?
Small changes are normal, but your trip should match the purpose and main destination you applied for.
Is anything stored?
Your stops save in this browser so you can come back. Nothing is uploaded.
Sources
- GOV.UK: Visiting the UK, guide to supporting documents
- Example harmonised Schengen document list (Czech embassy)
- EU Visa Code (Regulation 810/2009)
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