Proof of accommodation in Schengen area

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How do you show proof of accommodation?

This can be done in 3 ways:

Provide an invitation letter from a friend or relative residing in the country you are visiting.

Book a reservation with a hotel or hostel and use the confirmation letter as proof of accommodation.

Get a dummy hotel reservation through a verified agent.

How do I get proof of accommodation in Germany?

Proof of booked and paid accommodation in Germany is to be sent to the Embassy/Consulate together with all the other documentation. If you are staying with friends/relatives, a copy of their ID and Passport, as well as proof that they can support your stay, is mandatory.

What is accommodation confirmation?

The best way to provide proof of accommodation to the diplomatic office is in the form of a written email confirmation of your stay from the hotel where you reserved your room. This is the typical way to prove to have your accommodation booked in a hotel.

Can I change my hotel after getting Schengen visa?

The Schengen visa means the visa is for the Schengen area; otherwise it will be called a country-specific visa. There is no requirement to enter first to the country who issued you visa and hence no hotel change issue.

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How to get valid proof of accommodation for visa application.

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