EUROPESCHENGEN
Uniform Schengen Visa (Type C)
- Main Destination Rule Audit
- Consular Portal Form Lodgement
- €30,000 Travel Medical Insurance
- VFS Biometrics & Appointment Slot
- 29 Schengen Nations Access
EUROPE (SCHENGEN) VISA PROCESS
The verified steps to obtain your Schengen Visa for Europe (Schengen) via VFS Global / BLS / TLS.
RULE
SCHENGEN PROTOCOLDetermine your primary Schengen country based on maximum nights spent. If equal, apply at your first country of entry.
PORTAL
EU Schengen PortalDetermine the member state where you spend the highest number of nights. Lodge your electronic application via that country's designated official visa system.
SUBMISSION
VFS Global / BLS / TLSAttend your appointment at VFS Global / BLS / TLS in India to submit original passports, full document file, and register digital fingerprints.
DECISION
29 COUNTRIESThe diplomatic mission of Europe (Schengen) evaluates your file (typically 15 calendar days). Collect your stamped passport ready for Europe.
FROM APPLICATION TO APPROVAL
Every step handled. Every detail reviewed.
We evaluate your full European itinerary, multi-country train/flight routes, and hotel reservations to establish that Europe (Schengen) is legally your main destination under EU Schengen Article 5.
UNDERSTAND
We evaluate your full European itinerary, multi-country train/flight routes, and hotel reservations to establish that Europe (Schengen) is legally your main destination under EU Schengen Article 5.
REVIEW
We audit your complete dossier: 3-month ITR returns, 6-month stamped bank statements, employer leave NOC, and verify that your travel health insurance meets the mandatory €30,000 threshold.
APPLICATION & PORTAL
We complete the official electronic visa form via EU Schengen Portal, verify all personal information, and generate your printable barcoded submission pack.
APPOINTMENT & BIOMETRICS
We book your biometric submission slot at the designated VFS Global / BLS / TLS application centre in India and assemble your physical file in prescribed consular order.
DECISION & DISPATCH
We monitor your application reference through consular evaluation (standard 15 calendar days) and coordinate the secure delivery of your stamped passport.
Required Documents
As per Europe (Schengen) Immigration
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick verified answers about the Europe (Schengen) visitor visa application process.
A standard Uniform Schengen Visa (Type C) allows you to stay in the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within any 180-day rolling period across all 29 member states.
Yes! A Schengen visa issued by Europe (Schengen) grants border-free travel across all 29 European Schengen member states, provided Europe (Schengen) is your main destination or first point of entry.
Mandatory travel medical insurance with minimum coverage of €30,000 (valid across all Schengen countries) covering emergency medical care and repatriation is strictly required.
Applications and biometric fingerprints are lodged through authorized VFS Global / BLS / TLS application centres across major Indian cities.