A Schengen visa from Dubai generally takes about 15 calendar days to process once your application is received by the Embassy or Consulate of the country you’re applying to. However, timelines may extend up to 45 days in peak travel seasons or if extra background checks are required. UAE residents are advised to apply well in advance—up to 6 months before their planned trip (or 9 months for seafarers). Submitting a complete application with all required documents helps avoid unnecessary delays. Tracking is available through VFS Global after submission.