Sports Schengen Visa

You can apply for an International Sportsperson visa if you meet the eligibility requirements and your sport’s governing body endorses your application, confirming:

You’re an elite sportsperson or qualified coach

You’re internationally established

Your employment will develop your sport in the EU at the highest level

The sponsoring club or professional sports team must hold an employer sponsorship licence allowing them to issue a certificate of sponsorship to professional athletes or coaches. Once this certificate is received, the applicant can apply for entry clearance to the EU from your home country.