Estonia

د.إ 500

Visa Requirements

Documents for an Estonian Schengen visa application must be completed or translated into English or Estonian.

  • Valid passport
    • At least 2 blank pages
    • With the applicant’s signature
    • Not more than 10 years old
    • Valid for at least 3 months after the expiration of the requested visa
    • Previous passport, if applicable
  • Passport-sized photos
    • Size 3.5 x 4.5 cm
    • Plain white background
    • Taken within the past 6 months
    • Forward-facing with facial features visible and clear
  • Completed application form
  • Biometric data (Fingerprints)
  • Estonia Visa fee
  • Documents pertinent to your trip
    • Travel Itinerary or plan
    • Proof of return to the country of residence or forward ticket to another country
    • Reason for travel to Estonia
    • Flight reservations
    • Proof of financial means (bank statements over the last 3-month period, personal properties, and/or other assets)
    • Proof of accommodations (with booking reference number, location, and contact number of the hotel)
  • Travel medical insurance
    • Valid through the entire visa period
    • Valid in all Schengen countries
    • A minimum coverage of 30,000 EUR must be purchased
    • Insurance conditions such as validity, duration, and extent of your coverage to be clearly stated on the confirmation letter or insurance document
  • Employment letter with the following information:
    • Name and address of employer
    • Nature of employment
    • Starting date of employment
    • Salary
    • Purpose of travel
    • Duration of time off from work for travel
  • Scans (copies) of:
    • Personal-ID page of passport.
    • Older Schengen visas (if relevant).
    • Residence permit (if relevant).
  • Applicants below the age of 18 are required to submit the following additional requirements:
    • Copy of birth certificate
      • If the minor applicant is adopted, adoption documents are required
      • If the minor applicant’s parents are divorced, divorce papers are required
      • If the minor applicant’s parents are deceased, death certificates are required
    • Letter of consent from both parents or legal guardians
    • Passport copies of both parents or legal guardians
  • It may also be necessary to submit supplementary documents in relation to your travel visa application.

Description

Estonia covers an area of approximately 45,227 square kilometers (17,462 square miles). It is bordered by Latvia to the south, Russia to the east, and the Baltic Sea to the west and north. The country also includes numerous islands, with the largest being Saaremaa and Hiiumaa.

  • Regions: Estonia is divided into several historical and geographical regions, including Harju County (where the capital Tallinn is located), Tartu County, and Pärnu County. The country is also divided into 15 counties for administrative purposes.
  • Terrain: The landscape is characterized by flat terrain with many lakes, rivers, and forests. Estonia has a relatively low elevation, with the highest point being Suur Munamägi at 318 meters (1,043 feet).
  • Climate: Estonia has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. Winters are cold and snowy, with temperatures often dropping below -10°C (14°F). Summers are mild, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). The coastal areas are moderated by the Baltic Sea, which influences the weather patterns.