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Greece visa application centres in the UK
Global Visa Center World takes Greek visa applications in the UK, in London, Manchester and Edinburgh. Global Visa Center World has been Greece's exclusive visa service provider since 2017; the visa section of the Greek Embassy in London decides.
Where Greek visas are handled in the UK
| Place | Address | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Global Visa Center WorldLondon | 66 Wilson Street, London EC2A 2BT, United Kingdom | uk-gr.gvcworld.euread 1 Nov 2026 |
| Global Visa Center WorldManchester | 50 Devonshire Street North, Manchester M12 6JH, United Kingdom | uk-gr.gvcworld.euread 1 Nov 2026 |
| Global Visa Center WorldEdinburgh | 1 Rennie’s Isle, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6QT, United Kingdom | uk-gr.gvcworld.euread 1 Nov 2026 |
Book only on the official site: uk-gr-services.gvcworld.eu/login/appointments.
Fees
| Item | Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Schengen short-stay visa, adult | EUR 90 | home-affairs.ec.europa.euread 1 Nov 2026 |
| Schengen short-stay (type C) visa fee, in GBP | GBP 76.5 | uk-gr.gvcworld.euread 1 Nov 2026 |
| GVCW service fee per application, incl. VAT | EUR 30 | uk-gr.gvcworld.euread 1 Nov 2026 |
| Optional courier return, standard (within 3 days) | GBP 21 | uk-gr.gvcworld.euread 1 Nov 2026 |
| Optional Premium Lounge | GBP 75 | uk-gr.gvcworld.euread 1 Nov 2026 |
Booking and rules
- Authorised by the Greek authorities. GVCW says its UK centres are authorised by the Greek diplomatic and consular authorities in the UK to collect visa applications and play no part in decisions. uk-gr.gvcworld.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
- Exclusive provider since 2017. GVCW became Greece's global exclusive visa service provider in 2017 after a Greek MFA tender, and began UK operations in April 2018. uk-gr.gvcworld.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
- Centre addresses. GVCW lists centres in London (66 Wilson Street), Edinburgh (1 Rennie's Isle, Leith) and Manchester (50 Devonshire Street North). uk-gr.gvcworld.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
- Hours. London takes applications 09:00-13:00 and Edinburgh and Manchester 09:00-14:00, Monday to Friday; outside London passports come back only by courier. uk-gr.gvcworld.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
- Appointment only. Visa applications must be submitted in person and by appointment only. uk-gr.gvcworld.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
- UK residence required. Applicants need a UK permanent or temporary residence permit valid at least 1 month after their return to the UK. uk-gr.gvcworld.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
- eVisa share code. UK residence permit holders must bring a copy of their UK eVisa and a share code. uk-gr.gvcworld.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
- Who decides. All applications are assessed by the Visa Section of the Consular Office of the Greek Embassy in London, which may call applicants for an interview. uk-gr.gvcworld.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
- Extra time outside London. Applications lodged in Manchester or Edinburgh are first sent to the London VAC, so applicants should add 5 days. uk-gr.gvcworld.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
- Fees in pounds. Visa and service fees are paid only in GBP at the centre. uk-gr.gvcworld.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
- Optional services do not decide. GVCW says optional services do not guarantee a visa; the decision belongs to the Consulate. uk-gr.gvcworld.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
- Children under 12. GVCW's fee table lists minors under 12 as free of the visa fee. uk-gr.gvcworld.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
Rules for every Schengen country
- Service centre fee on top. The EU says visa service centres may charge an extra fee on top of the visa fee. home-affairs.ec.europa.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
- Processing time. A Schengen visa decision normally takes 15 days and can be extended to 45 days. home-affairs.ec.europa.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
- When to apply. Apply at least 15 days and no more than 6 months before the trip. home-affairs.ec.europa.eu · read 1 Nov 2026
Visa centre or agency?
An agency can help you fill in the forms and gather the documents, but you still hand in the application at the centre yourself, and only the embassy or the deciding office decides. Agencies on our United Kingdom list that name Greek or Schengen visas on their own websites. In London: Scott's Visas and Aviva Visas; in Birmingham: Matrix Solutions; in Edinburgh: Get Visas; in Manchester: Manchester Visa Agent.
FAQ
Where do I apply for a Greek visa in the UK?
At Global Visa Center World, in London, Manchester and Edinburgh. Book on uk-gr-services.gvcworld.eu/login/appointments.
Do I need an appointment at Global Visa Center World?
Visa applications must be submitted in person and by appointment only (uk-gr.gvcworld.eu, read 1 Nov 2026).
How much is the Greek visa fee in the UK?
Schengen short-stay visa, adult: EUR 90; Schengen short-stay (type C) visa fee, in GBP: GBP 76.5; GVCW service fee per application, incl. VAT: EUR 30; Optional courier return, standard (within 3 days): GBP 21.
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Sources, read 1 Nov 2026 unless marked: uk-gr.gvcworld.eu and home-affairs.ec.europa.eu. We are not the embassy or any visa operator, and we don't book appointments.