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Schengen Visa Guide for Indians
Documents, timeline and process — the Schengen visa made simple.
The Schengen visa is your key to most of Europe, letting Indian travellers move freely across countries like France, Switzerland, Italy, the Netherlands and Spain on a single visa. It sounds complex, but with the right documents and timing it is very manageable. This guide explains the process, paperwork and timeline clearly. Holiday Vibez assists with documentation and appointments — we help you prepare well, but we can never guarantee approval.
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Apply through the country where you'll spend most time, or your first point of entry.
Passport, photos, itinerary, bookings, insurance and financial proof are gathered.
Complete the Schengen form accurately; our team reviews every detail with you.
We help secure a VFS slot in good time before your travel dates.
Submit your file in person and provide fingerprints and a photograph.
Processing takes around 15 working days; your passport is returned via VFS.
Indicative Europe package prices (per person, land package; flights & visa usually extra):
| Trip Duration | Indicative Price (per person) |
|---|---|
| 6 Nights / 7 Days | from ₹98,000 |
| 8 Nights / 9 Days | from ₹1,35,000 |
| 10 Nights / 11 Days (multi-country) | from ₹1,75,000 |
| Grand tour · 12 Nights+ | from ₹2,20,000 |
Indicative starting prices from our current Europe tours — your final quote depends on the countries, hotels, season and flights. Share your dates for an exact, itemised quote.
What Is the Schengen Visa?
The Schengen area is a group of European countries that share a common visa. With one Schengen visa you can travel across all of them, which is why it is perfect for multi-country tours. Note the UK is separate and needs its own visa.
Documents You'll Need
Typical requirements include:
- Passport valid six months beyond travel, with blank pages
- Schengen-specification photographs
- Confirmed flights, hotels and day-by-day itinerary
- Travel insurance meeting Schengen cover limits
- Bank statements and proof of income or employment
We provide a tailored checklist so nothing is overlooked.
The Timeline
Plan to apply well ahead of travel. Standard processing runs around 15 working days, but peak-summer appointment slots book out early. Starting six to eight weeks before departure gives comfortable breathing room for any follow-up.
Which Consulate to Use
You apply through the country where you'll spend the most nights, or your first point of entry if time is split evenly. Choosing the correct consulate matters, and getting it wrong can cause delays — we help you identify the right one for your route.
How Holiday Vibez Helps
We assist with your documentation, form-filling and appointment booking, and guide you through each step. Please understand that approval is entirely the consulate's decision — we cannot guarantee, expedite or influence the outcome, only help you submit a well-prepared application.
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