The general visa fee of EUR 60 must be paid when you submit the visa application.  The visa fee for children from the age of six years and below the age of 12 years is EUR 35.

Nationals of countries with which the EU has concluded Visa Facilitation Agreements shall pay a fee of EUR 35. Please consult the list here [1].

The visa fee is waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

• children under six years;
• school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
• researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
• representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations;
• family members of EU/EEA citizens, falling under Directive 2004/38. See FAQ no 4.

Member States also apply other optional visa fees waivers. You can obtain detailed information on that from the consulate where you intend to apply for the visa.

If you submit the application at an external service provider, you will be charged a service fee.