Last updated: January 5, 2025 at 02:33 AM
BLS Spain Visa Application Process
Applying for Visa Appointment
- Applicants shared experiences with scheduling a visa appointment.
- Delays reported in Manchester consulate, with processing times extending up to 3-5 weeks.
- Premium appointments available for quicker processing.
Tracking Application
- Tracking process involved a series of status updates like submission, processing at mission, and awaiting consulate action.
- Communication challenges with BLS and consulate, leading to anxiety for applicants.
- Tips included emailing BLS and consulate frequently with "Urgent" in the subject line for quicker responses.
Delays and Decision Times
- Delays in receiving Passports reported, with some applicants facing uncertainty with impending travel.
- Passports dispatched after 3-5 weeks of application.
- Mixed experiences with some getting approvals within days while others faced delays.
Rejections and Appeals
- Some shared experiences of visa rejections, especially for Pakistani nationals.
- Suggestions included not appealing rejections as it could be futile.
Additional Tips and Suggestions
- Recommendations to apply to countries like Iceland with high approval rates.
- Advice to use Service providers for assistance in visa applications.
- Concerns over Document submissions, Ticket authenticity, and Cover letters.
Overall, applicants faced challenges with delays, lacking communication, varying decision times, and nuances based on nationality. The process seemed unpredictable, with some experiencing quick approvals while others encountered delays and rejections.
