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Visit / Tourist Visa
🇪🇺 Schengen (Europe)
schengen short-stay visa (type c).
One visa — 29 European countries. France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Netherlands & more.
Visa type
Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C)
Stay
Up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period
Validity
Single, double, or multiple entry — up to 5 years for repeat travellers
Processing
15 calendar days standard; up to 45 days in peak season
Entry
Single / Double / Multiple
Overview
Schengen (Europe) Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — 2026 guide
The Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) opens 29 European countries — France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, Portugal, Greece, Switzerland, Austria and more — with a single visa. From 2024, the Schengen fee is €90 and processing has tightened; the ETIAS travel authorisation launches for visa-exempt nationals separately. Mark Consultant files Schengen visas via the correct consulate (the country of longest stay or first entry), with itinerary packaging and VFS Mumbai/Delhi/Pune slot booking.
Why this visa
Highlights of the Schengen (Europe) visa
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90 in 180-day rule
Stay up to 90 days total in any rolling 180-day window across all Schengen states.
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Rail + budget flights
Eurostar, TGV, Frecciarossa; Ryanair, easyJet €20 hops between capitals.
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5-year multi-entry
Frequent travellers with clean history get long-validity multiple-entry visas.
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Culture concentration
Louvre, Colosseum, Alhambra, Neuschwanstein, Santorini — bucket list in one trip.
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Right consulate matters
Apply to the country of longest stay, or first entry if equal — wrong choice = refusal.
Places to visit
Top attractions in Schengen (Europe)
Paris & French Riviera
Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Nice, Cannes, Monaco day trip.
Rome, Florence, Venice
Colosseum, Vatican, Uffizi, gondolas, Amalfi Coast.
Barcelona & Madrid
Sagrada Familia, Park Güell, Prado, tapas + flamenco.
Amsterdam & Brussels
Canals, Van Gogh Museum, Bruges day trip, Belgian chocolate.
Bavaria & Alps
Munich, Neuschwanstein, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Zurich.
Greek Islands
Santorini sunsets, Mykonos beaches, Athens Acropolis.
Eligibility
Who can apply
- 1Purpose of visit clearly documented (tourism, family, business, short conference)
- 2Sufficient funds — ~€50–100/day depending on country
- 3Confirmed accommodation for entire trip
- 4Travel insurance €30,000+ covering all Schengen states
- 5Intent to leave before 90-day expiry
Documents
Documents checklist
📄Passport valid at least 6 months beyond travel with 2 blank pages
📄Recent passport-size photographs (as per country specs)
📄Completed visa application form
📄Confirmed round-trip flight itinerary
📄Hotel booking / accommodation proof for entire stay
📄Bank statements — last 6 months (personal + salary account)
📄ITR / Form 16 — last 3 years
📄Employment letter / NOC from employer with leave approval
📄Cover letter with detailed travel itinerary
📄Travel insurance (minimum coverage as per country)
📄Detailed day-wise itinerary with cities + hotels + train/flight reservations
📄Schengen travel insurance €30,000 minimum, medical + repatriation cover
📄Invitation letter (if visiting friend/family) + host's ID / residence permit / address proof
📄Business invitation on letterhead (for business Schengen)
Our process
Pune to boarding — filing timeline
01
Pick correct consulate
Country of longest stay wins; if equal days, country of first entry.
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VFS appointment
Book slot at VFS Global for chosen country in Mumbai/Delhi/Pune/Bengaluru.
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Fill form + insurance
Country-specific form; buy Schengen-compliant travel insurance.
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Biometrics + submission
Fingerprints + photo at VFS; original docs scanned; passport retained.
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Decision + collection
15 days standard; peak season up to 45 days; SMS + email tracking.
Fee & timeline
Investment
Total cost
€90 (adults) + VFS service ~₹1,900 + professional ₹15,000+
Processing time
15 calendar days standard; up to 45 days in peak season
Insider tips
Pro tips from Mark Consultant
- ★ First-time applicants usually get single-entry — plan itinerary accordingly.
- ★ Book fully-refundable hotels & flights until visa is granted.
- ★ Cover €50–100/day funds — Switzerland demands more.
- ★ Insurance must show 'Schengen' + €30,000 + repatriation clause.
FAQs
Schengen (Europe) visitor visa FAQs
Which country should I apply to for a Schengen visa?
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Apply to the consulate of the country where you'll spend the most days. If days are equal, apply to the country of first entry into the Schengen area.
How does the 90/180 rule work?
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You can stay a total of 90 days in any rolling 180-day period across ALL Schengen states combined — not per country. Use the official EU 'Schengen Calculator' to plan.
What is ETIAS and does it apply to Indians?
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ETIAS is an electronic travel authorisation for visa-exempt nationals (US, UK, etc.). Indian passport holders still need a full Schengen visa and are not affected by ETIAS.
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