Where is the Schengen visa application centre located in Birmingham?

The official VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Birmingham is located at 2nd Floor, 5-14 South Road, Smethwick, Birmingham B67 7BN, accessible via Smethwick Rolfe Street station and bus routes 82/87.

Which Schengen countries accept applications in Birmingham?

VFS Global processes Schengen visa applications in Birmingham for countries including the Netherlands, Malta, Portugal, Italy, Greece, Austria, and other partners. For France and Germany, applications are handled via TLScontact (London or Manchester), and Spain via BLS International.

Can Birmingham residents book appointments in London or Manchester?

Yes. UK residents living in Birmingham and the West Midlands may book appointments at London or Manchester application centres if slots in Birmingham are full or if their destination is handled exclusively at those hubs.

What documents are required to prove UK residency at the Birmingham centre?

You must present an original UK Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) valid for at least 3 months beyond your departure from Schengen, or a valid printed UKVI digital Share Code.

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France

Short Stay Tourist / Business Visa (Type C)

Official Portal Very High Demand

France TLScontact London / Manchester for Midlands

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Germany

Schengen Visa Type C (Tourism, Visiting, Business)

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Germany TLScontact London / Manchester for Midlands

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Spain

Short Stay Schengen Tourist Visa

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Spain BLS International Manchester / London for Midlands

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Italy

Tourism / Business Schengen Visa (Type C)

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Italy VFS Global 2nd Floor

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Netherlands

Short Stay Caribbean & Schengen Visa

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Switzerland

Schengen Visa Type C (Tourism, Visit, Business)

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Switzerland TLScontact London / Manchester for Midlands

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Greece

Schengen Short Stay Visa

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Portugal

Short Stay Schengen Visa (C)

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Austria

Tourist Visa (Schengen C)

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Belgium

Short Stay Visa (Tourism / Family Visit)

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Denmark

Short Term Schengen Visa

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Sweden

Visitor's Visa (Schengen Type C)

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Norway

Schengen Visitor's Visa

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Poland

Schengen Visa (Type C)

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Czech Republic

Short Term Schengen Visa

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Finland

Schengen Visa (C)

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Hungary

C-Type Schengen Visa

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Iceland

Short Stay Schengen Visa

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Croatia

Short-Stay Visa (C)

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Malta

Schengen Short-Stay Visa

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Estonia

Short Stay Visa (Type C)

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Latvia

Uniform Schengen Visa

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Lithuania

Schengen Visa (Type C)

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Luxembourg

Short Stay Schengen Visa

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Slovakia

Schengen Visa Type C

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Slovenia

Short-Stay Visa (Type C)

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Bulgaria

Schengen Visa (Type C)

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Romania

Uniform Schengen Visa (C)

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Liechtenstein

Schengen Visa Type C

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Liechtenstein TLScontact London / Manchester for Midlands

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Application Centres

Schengen Visa Application Centres in Birmingham

Schengen governments in United Kingdom do not accept in-person visa applications at embassies directly. Instead, applications are processed across 3 designated commercial intake centres in Birmingham.

VFS Global

VFS Joint Visa Application Centre Birmingham

Full Address

2nd Floor, 5-14 South Road, Smethwick, Birmingham B67 7BN

Nearest Underground / Rail

Smethwick Rolfe Street Station: 8-10 minutes walk (West Midlands Railway)
Smethwick Galton Bridge Station: 15 minutes walk (West Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways)
Birmingham New Street Station: 12-15 mins via connecting train or bus 82/87 walk (Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London Northwestern Railway)

Operating Hours

Monday - Friday: 08:30 - 15:30

Passport return: Monday - Friday: 14:00 - 16:00

Strict Security Policy

Airport-style security check. Prohibited: laptops, large backpacks, recording devices. Arrive no more than 15 minutes prior to your scheduled slot.

Destinations Handled:

Austria Belgium Croatia Czech Republic Denmark Estonia Finland Greece Hungary Iceland Italy Latvia Lithuania Luxembourg Malta Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Slovakia Slovenia Sweden Bulgaria Romania

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TLScontact

TLScontact Visa Application Centre (London / Manchester for Midlands)

Full Address

Suite 18, Exhibition House, London W14 8XP / 1 Portland St, Manchester M1 3BE

Nearest Underground / Rail

Birmingham New Street to London Euston: Connecting to London Underground walk (Avanti West Coast, London Northwestern Railway (1h 15m direct))
Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly: Connecting to Metrolink walk (CrossCountry (1h 25m direct))

Operating Hours

Monday - Friday: 08:30 - 15:30

Passport return: Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 16:00

Strict Security Policy

Only scheduled applicants allowed entry. Laptops and luggage forbidden.

Destinations Handled:

France Germany Switzerland Liechtenstein

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BLS International

BLS Spain Visa Application Centre (Manchester / London for Midlands)

Full Address

Unit 1, 205 Chapel Street, Salford M3 5PF / 140-144 Fenchurch St, London EC3M 6BL

Nearest Underground / Rail

Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly / London Euston: High speed train connect walk (CrossCountry / Avanti West Coast)

Operating Hours

Monday - Friday: 08:30 - 15:30

Passport return: Monday - Friday: 14:00 - 16:30

Strict Security Policy

Luggage and electronics restrictions in effect.

Destinations Handled:

Spain

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Legal Eligibility

Who Can Apply for a Schengen Visa from Birmingham?

Under the European Commission Schengen Visa Policy, applicants must submit their visa application in their country of legal residence. Under European Union Schengen regulations, applicants must submit their visa application in their country of legal residence. To apply from Birmingham and the West Midlands, you must hold valid legal UK residency status.

Eligible United Kingdom Residence Statuses

UK Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) card holders
UK Digital Visa status holders with valid UKVI Share Code
EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) Settled and Pre-Settled status holders
Long-term UK visa holders: Skilled Worker, Health & Care, Global Talent
Student visa (Tier 4) holders studying at an accredited UK institution
UK Family, Spouse, and Dependent visa holders
Holders of UK Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) or Indefinite Leave to Enter (ILE)

Ineligible Statuses (Cannot Apply in Birmingham)

Standard UK Visitor / Tourist Visa (C-type visa) holders
Short-term transit passengers transiting through the UK
Individuals without a valid UK residency document or expiring visa

Important Note: Holders of a standard tourist or visitor visa cannot apply for Schengen visas from Birmingham and must apply in their country of permanent residence.

The 90-Day Residency Rule Your UK residence permit or digital immigration status must be valid for at least 3 months (90 days) beyond the date you intend to depart the Schengen Area. (You can verify and generate your proof via GOV.UK View and Prove Immigration Status).

Passport Validity Standard Your passport must have been issued within the last 10 years, have at least two blank consecutive pages, and remain valid for at least 3 months past your Schengen departure date.

Mandatory Document Checklist for Birmingham Applicants

Original Passport & Previous Visas

Issued within the last 10 years, minimum 2 consecutive blank pages, valid for at least 3 months after departure from Schengen.

UK Proof of Legal Residency

Original UK Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) or printout of UKVI digital immigration status with valid Share Code.

Two Biometric Passport Photos

35x45mm, taken within the last 6 months, light grey or plain white background, 70-80% facial coverage.

Schengen Travel Medical Insurance

Mandatory minimum €30,000 (£26,000) coverage for emergency hospitalization and repatriation across all 29 Schengen countries.

Round-Trip Travel Itinerary

Confirmed return flight reservations, Eurostar tickets, or ferry booking with complete passenger names and dates.

Proof of Accommodation

Hotel reservations, Airbnb confirmations covering all nights of the stay, or an official police-certified host invitation.

Proof of UK Financial Sufficiency

Last 3 consecutive months of official UK personal bank statements showing steady salary credits and sufficient daily balance.

UK Employment / Student Letter

Recent signed employment letter stating job title, start date, approved annual leave; or university student status letter.

Application Roadmap

How to Get a Schengen Visa Appointment in Birmingham

Follow this 5-step official procedure to book and submit your biometrics smoothly.

Determine Your Correct Destination Country

Under Schengen Article 12 rules, you must apply to the country that is your sole destination or main destination in terms of nights spent. If visiting multiple countries equally, apply to your country of first entry.

Locate Your Birmingham or Regional Visa Centre

In the West Midlands, VFS Global operates a centre at 5-14 South Road in Smethwick, Birmingham for multiple member states. For France and Germany, applicants submit at TLScontact (London or Manchester), and for Spain via BLS International.

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Fill Out the Official Consular Form & Book Appointment

Complete your application on the official national portal (France-Visas, VIDEX, etc.) and use the resulting application reference to schedule your biometric slot.

Attend Your Biometrics Appointment in Birmingham

Bring your original passport, physical UK BRP card or valid UKVI share code printout, round-trip itinerary, hotel bookings, €30,000 travel insurance policy, and recent UK bank statements.

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Birmingham Centre Location in Smethwick

The Birmingham VFS centre is situated on South Road in Smethwick, conveniently reached from Birmingham New Street via West Midlands Railway to Smethwick Rolfe Street, or via bus routes 82 and 87.

Midlands Transit to London and Manchester

Because Birmingham New Street is only 75 minutes from London Euston and 85 minutes from Manchester Piccadilly, West Midlands applicants can effortlessly access appointments in London or Manchester if earlier dates are needed.

Security Screening & Laptop Restrictions

Do not bring laptops, tablets, or large luggage to the Smethwick centre. Security will not permit these items inside and there are no lockers on site.

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