Visa Updates
We are entering the peak season for Schengen visas. This has resulted in a shortage of visa appointment availability and extended processing times.
Appointment Availability:
Poland - Beginning of July (Premium available)
Hungary - Middle of June
Greece - Middle of June
Netherlands - Middle of June
Portugal - Middle of June
Processing Times
Portugal - Releasing a day prior to departure
Spain - Strictly 15 working days
Greece - Strictly 15 working days
Denmark - Strictly 15 working days
Germany - Up to 15 working days
Sweden - Strictly 15 working days
The standard processing time for Schengen visas is 15 working days. Applicants may start applying up to 3 months prior to travel. Please start applying early to avoid disappointment.
USA VISAS
Due to high demand, there is a long waiting period for USA visa appointments. We are currently booking appointments for the end of June. Please forward us a copy of the traveller's completed application form, passport and photograph in order for us to book an appointment.
UK VISA
Due to high volumes of applications we are experiencing slight delays in the processing of UK visa applications. Normal processing time is now 15-20 working days and priority processing time is 5-7 working days
SPANISH VISAS
The BLS Spain Visa Application Centre in Pretoria has announced that Spanish visas now require a minimum of 15 working days.
BLS will not consider any applications with less than 15 days' processing time.
SCHENGEN HIGH SEASON