Travelling to Europe is undeniably Every Indian’s dream, But the process of taking a visa to Europe may seem like a daunting task. This article will help you to learn about the European Visa and the requirements for obtaining it, for Indian Citizens.

What is Schengen Visa?

European Visa is also called a Schengen visa, because of the convenience it offers to travel/visit the countries to and within the Schengen area. However, Visiting United Kingdom is not included in the Schengen visa.

How to Apply for Schengen Visa?

Indian Nationals should apply for a Schengen visa at least three weeks before the visit. The stand Schengen visa is a short-stay visa, and it is valid for 90 days. If you are planning to stay for a long-term study/work visa is mandatory. The visa process is simple, First, you have to fill the application, and then you should visit a nearby embassy or visa application centre with all the necessary documents for an interview.

A Schengen Visa from India costs €80 (approximately Rs. 6,500) for adults and €40 (approximately Rs. 3,250) for minors. However, Children under the age of six, those travelling to Europe for study, researchers, those under the age of 25, those travelling with charitable organizations, and those attending sporting or cultural events are charged less for visa fees.

Documents needed to apply for a European Visa

• An application form for a Schengen Visa
• Two passport-size photos taken recently, an Indian passport or other travel documents 
• 1 duplicate of your passport’s data page (A4 size copy)
• Your company’s leave letter (if employed)
• Certificate of no objection from a school or university (if student)
• a travel and medical insurance policy covering you up to €30,000 in costs; a personal covering letter with your entire travel itinerary (itinerary)
• Flight reservations, rail tickets, and other accommodation proof for the duration of your stay in the Schengen area
• Proof of financial status: If employed, payment slips from the previous three months

Schengen Visa should cover the entire Schengen area, which includes 22 countries from European Union and 4 Countries from the European free trade Association. If you plan to visit multiple European countries regularly, there is also an option for Multiple-Entry Visas. Application may even take up to 60 days to process, so apply early in order to avoid the last-minute hassle.

Visa Agents in Coimbatore will offer you visa services so you can have a hassle-free approach for obtaining your European Visa