If you are from a country outside Europe or outside of the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schengen_Area Schengen Area], it is important to start applying for a VISA as early as possible, usually around March-May if you plan on studying in Europe in September.  

If you are from a country outside Europe or outside of the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schengen_Area Schengen Area], it is important to start applying for a VISA as early as possible, usually around March-May if you plan on studying in Europe in September. Below you can find some guides written by former students, to get a general idea of the necessary steps to get a VISA, however remember that the VISA procedure can change every year so look up the official process on the official websites too! In case the real process is different, feel free to update the guides below :)