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Schengen Visa for Indians

One visa for 27 European countries

Visa Type

Sticker Visa

Processing

15-30 Days

Visa Fee

€90 (~₹8,100)

Max Stay

90 Days/180

27 Countries, One Visa

Schengen visa allows travel to: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Croatia.

Apply to the country where you'll spend the most time, or first entry country if equal time.

Documents Required

Passport with 6+ months validity, issued within last 10 years, 2 blank pages
Completed Schengen visa application form
2 recent passport photos (35x45mm, white background)
Travel insurance (€30,000 minimum coverage)
Flight reservation (round-trip)
Hotel bookings for entire stay
Bank statements (6 months) - minimum ₹3-5 lakhs balance
ITR (3 years) and Form 16
Cover letter explaining travel purpose
Day-by-day travel itinerary

Application Process

Determine which country's embassy to apply (longest stay/first entry)
Book appointment through VFS or embassy website
Gather all required documents
Attend visa interview (usually 5-10 minutes)
Submit biometrics (fingerprints and photo)
Wait for processing (15-30 days)
Collect passport with visa

Common Rejection Reasons

• Insufficient funds or unstable finances
• Incomplete or forged documents
• No strong ties to home country (job, property, family)
• Poor travel history
• Unclear purpose of visit
• Previous visa rejections or overstays
• Inconsistent information during interview

Best Time to Visit Europe

April to June and September to October offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds. July-August is peak season (expensive). Winter is great for Christmas markets and skiing.

Budget: €80-150/day depending on the country.

Important Disclaimer

Visa requirements vary by country and change frequently. Always verify on the specific embassy website before applying.

Schengen Visa Info

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