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Schengen visa for Indians

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Schengen visa types

Key facts: Short-stay Tourist Visa (Type C)

For tourism and family visits across the Schengen Area.

Visa type
Sticker visa
Stay
Up to 90 days in 180
Validity
As granted
Entry
Single / Multiple
Processing time
15 calendar days (can extend)VERIFY
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Document checklist — Short-stay Tourist Visa (Type C)

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Eligibility notes for Indian passport holders

A Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) is required, applied at the embassy of your main destination.

  • Apply to the country where you'll spend the most nights; if equal, your first point of entry.
  • Travel insurance with at least €30,000 cover valid across the Schengen Area is mandatory.
  • You can apply up to 6 months before travel and no later than 15 days before.

Quick eligibility check

3 questions, 20 seconds. No sign-up.

  1. 1. Is your passport valid for at least 6 months after your return date?
  2. 2. Can you show bank statements covering your trip cost for the last 6 months?
  3. 3. Have you been refused a visa for this country in the last 2 years?

Common rejection reasons — and how we prevent them

  • RiskApplying at the wrong embassy

    How we prevent itWe determine the main destination by nights spent and purpose, per Schengen rules.

  • RiskInsufficient proof of funds or sudden deposits

    How we prevent itWe review 6 months of statements and flag unexplained credits.

  • RiskWeak ties to India

    How we prevent itWe add employment, property and family evidence to your file.

  • RiskItinerary not matching bookings

    How we prevent itWe cross-check every date between itinerary, hotels and flights.

Step-by-step process

  1. 1

    Free consultation

    Tell us your profile and travel dates. We confirm the right visa category and embassy.

  2. 2

    Personalised checklist

    Get a checklist built for your profile, plus cover letter and itinerary drafts.

  3. 3

    Form filling & appointment

    We complete the form and book the earliest biometrics / VFS slot in your city.

  4. 4

    File review & submission

    A final document audit the day before your appointment, then you submit.

  5. 5

    Tracking to decision

    We track your passport and keep you updated until it's back with you.

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Schengen visa FAQ

Which Schengen embassy should I apply to?

Apply to the country where you will spend the most nights. If equal, the country of first entry. We decide this with you during the free consultation.

How much does a Schengen visa cost through Unlocktravels?

Government fees change often and depend on the visa type and processing speed, so we quote for your exact case. Tap "Request pricing" and we'll send a written quote — government fee and our service charge listed separately — usually within a few working hours.

Can you guarantee my Schengen visa?

No one can — the decision rests solely with the embassy. What we do is remove avoidable errors: we check every document against current requirements, which is where most refusals come from.

Do I need to visit your office?

No. Everything can be done over WhatsApp, phone and email. You only visit a visa centre if biometrics or an interview is required.

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