Types of Estonian Visas for British Nationals and Permanent Residents in the United Kingdom.
There are various type of Estonian visas are available for you to apply. The type of Estonian visa you will need to apply depends on the purpose, length of your trip and the frequency of trips you will be taking to Estonia. If you require information such as Estonian consulate contact details , visa forms for Estonia, and other travel information please use the dropdown menu, below.
- Estonian tourist visa for British nationals and permanent residents in the United Kingdom is issued for a short period of leisure travel in Estonia and no business activities permitted with the short term tourist visa for Estonia.
- Estonian visitor visa for British nationals and permanent residents in the United Kingdom is issued for a short period of travel to visit friends and family in Estonia and no business activities are permitted.
- Estonian business visa for British citizens and permanent residents in the United Kingdom is issued for participating in short-term business activity in Estonia.
- Estonian transit visa for British nationals and permanent residents in the United Kingdom is issued and is generally valid for 3 days or less, for transferring through a port in Estonia to a third destination.
General Documnets Required to Apply for an Estonian Visa for British Nationals and Permant Residents in the United Kingdom
The below items are generally required to apply for any type of Estonian visas in the United Kingdom:
- Fully completed Visa Application Form and essential declaration
- Passport size photographs
- Valid national passport
There are other types of Estonian visas such as student visas, temporary worker visas, parent visas, spousal visas or partner visas for British nationals which are available to apply. Please contact the Estonian Embassy in London or the nearest Estonian consulate accredited to the United Kingdom for more information.
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Estonian Entry Visa Types Available for British Nationals and Permanent Residents in the UK
Single Entry visa for Estonian: A single-entry visa allows its holder to enter Estonian only once, within the given period of time, as mentioned in the visa sticker affixed to their passport. Once the visa holder exits the territory of Estonian or visa region associated with Estonian, he or she can no longer go back, even if they have not spend in Estonian the number of days as permitted by the Estonian embassy that issued them the visa.
Double Entry visa for Estonian: In general, a double-entry visa applies the same way as the single-entry visa explained above. The sole difference between a single-entry and a double-entry visa is that the second gives you the chance to go once more back to Estonian
Multiple Entry visa for Estonian: This type of visa allows the holder of the visa to enter Estonian mutiple times with visa validity period.
What Are The Steps to Apply for an Estonian Visa for British Nationals?
To apply for an Estonian visa in the United Kingdom, then follow the steps given below:
- Check if you need to apply for an Estonian Visa.
- Know when is the right time to apply for your Estonia visa!
- Figure out what type of Estonian visa you will need.
- Find out where you should lodge your Estonian visa application.
- Fill in the right Estonian visa form.
- Collect the documents required for Estonian visa.
- Make a visa appointment and attend the visa interview.
- Submit your biometrics.
- Pay the Estonian visa fee.
Please Note: Please consult Estonian consulate in the United Kingdom as visa regulations for Estonia can and often change overnight. In individual cases, additional documents required for Estonian visa. We accept no responsibility as we have no affiliation with the embassy of Estonia in the United Kingdom or their visa section.
What are the common questions asked by an Estonian visa officer?
Going for a visa interview at the Estonian consulate in London? The visa officer at the Estonian consulate will look over your application and ask you questions if they wish to clarify anything. It is best to answer these questions honestly.
Typical questions asked at the Estonian visa interview include:
- What is your purpose of your trip to Estonia?
- Do you know anyone living in Estonia?
- What is your current occupation? How long have you been in your current occupation?
- If you are a student, when will the studies finish?
- How will you support yourself whilst in Estonia?
- Have you ever travelled to other countries?
- Who will pay for your trip to Estonia?
- What are your plans when you return from your trip from Estonia?
- What will you do if your Estonian visa application is rejected?
What are the usual reasons for getting your Estonian visa denied?
Common reasons why your Estonian visa application got rejected include:
- Lack of funds – you must be able to afford your trip Estonia and you must provide documents to show that you can.
- Proof of accommodation not provided – you must be able to show where you will be staying in Estonia and you can easily do this by providing a hotel reservation in Estonia.
- The visa officer thinks you will not return to your home country – you must make it clear that you intend to leave Estonia and return to your home country before the expiry of your visa. You can do this by providing documents that show you have ties where you live, such as an employment letter or proof that you own your home etc.
- No proof of residence – you must be able to prove that you can live in the country of your residence legally, so you must provide proof of residence.