Document Preparation and Submission Rules: how it works in Greece — first-hand
Short answer
Ensure passport photos meet all official size and dimension requirements, and submit them in full size for center staff to trim. Organize document stacks in the specified order and avoid using staples, using paperclips only if permitted by the consulate's guidelines.
From real experience
Ensure passport photos meet the specific size and format requirements for visa applications, as indicated on the visa application center's website.
Photos rejected for passport purposes may also be rejected for visa applications if they do not comply with the specified dimensions (e.g., head size). Documents should be submitted as a stack in the order specified, without staples or clips.
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When submitting documents for a visa application, it is generally recommended to use a paperclip to fasten loose sheets rather than a stapler.
Some sources suggest that documents should not be fastened at all and should simply be laid out in order. It is advisable to check the specific requirements of the visa center or consulate for document preparation.
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For visa applications, it is not necessary to pre-cut your passport photos.
Visa Application Centers (VACs) are equipped to handle this. Submit the full-size photos, and the VAC staff will ensure they are properly trimmed and affixed to your application forms.