Applicants must provide a valid passport issued within the last 10 years and valid for at least 3 months after return. A completed Schengen application form with recent passport-sized photos is required. Other essentials include proof of UAE residence permit, travel itinerary with confirmed flights, hotel booking or proof of accommodation, and travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000 across all Schengen states. Additionally, applicants must show proof of sufficient financial means, such as recent bank statements or salary slips, and may need to provide an employment letter or NOC to demonstrate ties to the UAE.