Can Schengen visa be issued 1 month before the start of its validity date?

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Yes, you can apply a maximum of three months before the start of the trip:

It is advisable to apply for a visa well in advance of the planned date of travel. The application can be submitted a maximum of 3 months ahead of the trip.

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A Schengen visa does not start from the date that it's issued on, generally. The start date of the visa depends on the date of first entry into Schengen filed according the itinerary when you make your visa application, usually with a few extra days added before it in case plans change.

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