Specs matter, and right now the timeline specs for my visa application are undefined. I have a tech summit in Munich in about 20 days. Does anyone have real data on expediting the process? I see “Premium Services” listed, but I need to know if that actually impacts the build time (processing speed) or just the user interface (lounge access). Requirements: Short-stay business visa.
Generally, it is not possible to expedite the Schengen visa processing. The processing time is typically one week, but may be extended up to 45 days if a more detailed examination or additional documents are required. However, under certain conditions, family members of EU or EEA citizens may be eligible for an accelerated visa procedure.
Premium services do not speed up visa processing. They only help with easy and comfortable document submission at the visa center (like priority counters or assistance). The embassy decides the processing time, and premium services have no impact on it. For a short-stay business visa, there is no fast-track option, so applying early with complete documents is the best approach.