How to apply for Schengen Visa from India | Europe Tourist Visa Process | Schengen Visa Application

[@rollingfeettales]

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[@17jayitadas]

@@rollingfeettales I have already submitted the form but still have not received the letter format

[@AshokKumar-qc4rw]

Do we need to show minimum funds?

[@hrtye]

Crotia sengen ka part hai jhut kyo bol rhe ho nhi hai

[@rollingfeettales]

Croatia Schengen ka part 2023 ke baad bana hai, hum uske pehle gaye the! Us samay multiple entry lagwana pada tha humein!

[@nishagupta1761]

How to book the trains or bus from one schengen country to another? Are there any websites for it?

[@somalkant6452]

Bangalore->paris 3 nights->italy 4 nights-> switzerland 4 nights->Bangalore, which country should i apply schengen visa can you help? Can i apply from Switzerland embassy?

[@rollingfeettales]

Yes, any of the countries i.e Italy or Switzerland should be fine to apply for Schengen visa! Or see if you can increase a day in either of the countries. We would recommend one night extra in Switzerland as 4 days aren't enough! 😄

[@SuLamRoy]

Want

[@saswatisengupta9197]

In a multiple entry visa for fr ance valid for 1 year. Can I use it again to visit Greece after 6 months ?

[@rollingfeettales]

By France visa you are referring to Schengen visa that you got from France embassy? With valid Schengen visa, you can travel to any of the Schengen countries including Greece!

[@santhinigopalakrishnan1020]

Do school students need noc certificate from school for travelling to europe??

[@rollingfeettales]

Yes, you would need the NOC from school !

[@dideshworkmayum3895]

If I am traveling to two countries and would like to include invitation letters. For those two invitation letters "To," which Embassies should be mentioned.

[@rollingfeettales]

You would mention to the country where you would be applying for your Schengen visa.

[@bansalanshul121993]

when applying from French embassy, what should be the sub category of visa (options are schengen plus DOM, schengen plus DOM plus TOM, tourist visa)?

[@rollingfeettales]

Tourist visa if you're going to Europe for vacation!

[@ammup8611]

Hey, i have a doubt. My husband is currently working in Germany and im planning to visit there for a month. Im not working currently. So how it works? Pls your reply helps me alot. Thanks

[@rollingfeettales]

In that case attach his sponsorship letter along with invitation letter that has details of place you'll be staying at. Also you will have to attach his bank statement. You could also show why you would come back after a month visit (e.g. kids studies, parents care etc).

[@SKYfitness441]

Fresh passport holder can get Schengen visa ? For eg. Passport will come in January 2025 nd need to visit Europe in march 2025?..will be able to get Schengen visa??

[@rollingfeettales]

Yes you can apply for Schebgen vusa with fresh passport! Just ensure you give all the required documents!

[@hemalmehta873]

Excellent and clear information. Many Thanks

[@rollingfeettales]

Thank you for your encouragement! 😊

[@SKYfitness441]

spouse has to attend one day conference in austria (Vienna), me and 5 yrs old also want to join her . after conference, planning to visit switzerland for 2-3 and last place would be paris (2-3 days) back to delhi....which embassy to apply? also tell, also clarify Schengen visa for tourists and for those attending conference etc is same? how to proceed in out case.

[@rollingfeettales]

Both the cases, Schengen visa would be required. Country where you're staying the maximum night, you will have to apply in that embassy. In case of same nights in two countries, the country where you will visit first is where you will apply for Schengen visa!

[@AngelonePartner]

Sir I am planning to apply for switzerland but some points of form create confusion for me. Such as fingerprints point. Last year my visa was rejected by Italy embassy and I gave fingerprints at that time. So , I am confused, which was I tick yes or no

[@rollingfeettales]

Since you gave your biometric within last 1 yr, you should select as yes. However, they would again ask for biometric at the time of application submission so wouldn't matter much!

[@pragyasingh9799]

I havs 2 accounts one is salary account and In salary account I only keep my monthly expenditure. Rest I transfer to other account. So which account's bank statement to show while applying for visa.

[@rollingfeettales]

You would need to attach both! One to show your salary credits and another to show your savings for your Europe trip!

[@soumyomsd]

I am a doctor doing pvt practice only at my home , fees taken mainly in cash , filled itr last 3 years , so i am a self employed doctor in that case does itr documemts & my mbbs registration certificate will work? As in my savings acc not a regular credit is happened. Thanks

[@rollingfeettales]

Along with the documents you mentioned, also do include your prescription letter head!

[@shwetamishra2709]

Hi, very nicely explained, I have RTR for only 1 year, also my husband is having ITR for 3 years , will that work?

[@rollingfeettales]

Have you just started working hence you have 1 yr ITR? Else attach form 16 as well of previous year. For your husband, last 3 yrs ITR to be attached

[@sreepillai620]

Hey- quick doubt. I am planning to visit Austria 7 days, Croatia 5 days, Slovenia 4 days. Planning to book ticket from Mumbai to Germany (Munich) and go to Austria from Munich by train. In this case, is it ok if I apply through Austrian Embassy?

[@rollingfeettales]

Yes since you're spending maximum number of days in Austria, you need to apply at Austria embassy!

[@investmentawareness1792]

1. When should we apply for a visa for a 7-day trip to Switzerland and 4 days in Paris in May 2025? 2. If either of our bank balances drops from ₹5 lakhs to ₹1 lakh, will it cause any issues with the visa application?

[@rollingfeettales]

You should be able to apply for Schengen visa 6 months prior to travel date. It's recommended to keep minimum balance at the time of application (5L+)!

[@ShradhaKarhekar]

Hi. I will be transitioning from one company to other but I will be taking break for trip and then I would join new company so in this case offer letter of new company is sufficient or still NOC from HR is required??

[@rollingfeettales]

In that case NOC is not required. You can attach your new company offer letter and your recent salary slips along with your resignation letter! Do mention this in your cover letter as well.

[@ashupattnaik9132]

If a person has left job just 12 days ago and has own his/her own business too, in that case what documents he has to submit? business docs like letter head/visiting card or salary slips and hr letter?

[@rollingfeettales]

In that case you will have to attach your business documents (registration, GST etc). Also mention that you've moved to your business in your cover letter with attachment of last salary slips!

[@yolo-YouOnlyLiveOnce]

If traveling from Switzerland to Paris do we need to attach confirmed train tickets for the Visa. Also if applying for a family of 4 with 2 kids do we need to provide separate cover letters if yes then what to mention in kids cover letter. Please advise.

[@rollingfeettales]

Though not mandatory to attach internal transport proof, if you attach it, it brings more credibility! We attach this in our Schengen visa application. Every member will have their own Schengen visa application. In kids cover letter, parents details will be mentioned along with mention of their travel cost being borne by parents!

[@vaydehikhandelwal2785]

Also, in the cascade system if they do not give the two years.... will they give the normal 30-60 or 90 days itinerary we put in the form.. ? Is it either or ? Or give 30,60,90 days along with the 2 year duration...

[@rollingfeettales]

They will either give long term or for the trip duration/short term (30/60 days)!

[@rickyrock311]

Hi Sir, I am planning to travel to Prague from Dubai on 23-Nov, for 4 days, but since Czech Embassy is not open. The travel agent got appointment from Belgium Embassy on 05-Nov. Can I travel to Prague from Dubai Directly with Belgium Visa. ItsCould you please advise me.

[@rollingfeettales]

You would get Schengen visa if applying from any European country. Schengen visa is valid for any European country in the Schengen area. Paragur and Belgium both come under Schengen visa. So you're fine!

[@rahulmatha]

Hi.. I want to apply for schengen visa and will be traveling alone. I am married, do I need marriage certificate? As I don't have certificate. Please guide.

[@rollingfeettales]

If you're traveling alone, you don't need to submit marriage certificate! It's for folks who are applying along with their spouse!

[@nishashetty9673]

For Schengen visiting visa whether sponsorship letter is Mandatory when expenses are born by traveller himself..

[@rollingfeettales]

In case you are showing your own bank statement that has enough savings for your Schengen Trip, then the Sponsorship letter is not required.

[@nishashetty9673]

​@rollingfeettales thank you

[@Subhasish8844]

Hey I have a question..i want to travel with my fiancee..and I will bear the whole expense..so is it necessary to show the itr, bank statement etc for my fiancee also?

[@rollingfeettales]

If s/he is not earning then you can attach the sponsorship letter and your bank statement as financial documents in the Schengen visa application

[@gopalsahu9322]

Hi, I have some doubts 1st is i am employed and i am just bearing the cost of transportation in my case and rest all of my expenses will be managed by a relative(not a blood relative) of mine whose already employed in germany so in that case what relative documents I have to produce in order to get the visa

[@rollingfeettales]

In that case, you need to mention person's details in the cover letter. Do include sponsorship letter from the person that s/he will be providing you with accomodation and rest of expenses. You will need to include their bank statement as well.

[@rehanmemon1557]

I want to visit Italy in February end but I don't see any slot available in Bangalore center. Does it mean there is no slot possible till Feb ?

[@rollingfeettales]

If you don't see the slots then possible that it's not available due to rush. You could try at centre of other cities like Chennai or change your itinerary while applying to some other Schengen country for which you're getting slots.

[@kishanchawla5482]

Is ITR Mandatory ? I don’t have it for last year. Can we provide something alternative for this ? I had a UK visa before

[@rollingfeettales]

Yes ITR is one of the required documents. If you don't have one, then do attach Form16. For UK visa, what documents had you submitted instead of ITR?

[@Holisticdiva16]

how to apply tickets for Jan 2025 right today as i am still not sure about the travel dates. I had got my schengen visa in June this year. Travelled and returned too. So what will help me get it this time as last time it was a group visa

[@rollingfeettales]

You will have to make itinerary first and make the bookings accordingly and as mentioned in the video apply for Schengen visa accordingly with all the documents!

[@kothandaramanboutibati9834]

Hi how to fill door no in address in France visa format like 1-3-7/602 as it’s not taking forward stating “Number of incorrect characters”

[@rollingfeettales]

In the Schengen Visa form, usually they don't expect a special character (-), so try removing it and giving space instead?

[@Mokwhiz18]

I applied for the France business visa and got refusal can you suggest few tips to get it approved? My conference dates are 10 to 13November 2024

[@rollingfeettales]

You can reapply for the visa, however do see for what reason the visa was refused. You would have to address that in the next application.

[@niralidesai7171]

I have sengen multiple entry visa for 1 year 90 days. Can u pls tell me this 90 days condition is for entire 1 year or is it just like 90 days till 180 days. And after 180 days I can again spend 90 days in Europe. Pls reply

[@pallavikapriya1412]

Bank statement or salary statement of last three month should be from date of appointment or from date of filling application..... Suppose i m filling application in november but date of visa appointment is in january the bank statement of last three month should be??

[@rollingfeettales]

It should be last 3 months of salary slip and bank statement from the time you're applying for Schengen visa. So if you plan to apply in January, then Salary slip & bank statement of Oct, Nov & Dec.

[@tasvirchaudhari6985]

Maira Louxerboung ka couple visa refusal hua hai to kya karu ab?

[@rollingfeettales]

Oh. Any reason why it was refused? Dubara apply kar sakte ho with proper documents this time.

[@spiritualwarrior8467]

I got email from Germany embassy on 31 of July that my passport has damaged pages further Schengen visa process can’t be continued with this passport.Plz submit new passport.My new passport reached at embassy on 20 August and today is 27 aug. still I didn’t get any decision, will I get my visa approved?

[@rollingfeettales]

We don't see any challenge with the Schengen visa process in this case! Just that they would take usual time to process the application that us usually 2 weeks.

[@spiritualwarrior8467]

@@rollingfeettales ok thank you sir

[@deppity1]

How long does it take for Switzerland tourist visa to arrive after we apply? It’s been 2 weeks and still awaiting my visa. Is there a way we can request embassy or VFS and expedite?

[@rollingfeettales]

Usually 2 -4 weeks is the time that they take to process the visa depending on volume of applications. If your travel dates are near then you can try reaching out to Swiss embassy but if it's not that urgent then you can wait for some more time.

[@thedarkknight095]

If i recently started the job, how do i file ITR for 2-3 years?

[@rollingfeettales]

In that case you can mention in your cover letter that you've recently started working and haven't filled ITR yet. Attach other documents like Salary slips, NOC letter etc!

[@sripathin2934]

Hi brother. My online flight reservation (dummy) pnr status now shows no details fount. When I book it shows confirmed. I contact the helpline of thw website, they told dummy tickets are value 3days to maximum 1 week as per airlines policy. It's just your itinerary for schengen visa , there's no problem for this status. My question:did Visa officer check my flight ticket status? And this one refuse my application?

[@rollingfeettales]

Dummy tickets are commonly used for Schengen visa application. However, whether Visa officer checks for PNR validity is purely upto them. If they don't it would be fine! Which place did you book the dummy flight tickets for your Schengen visa application?

[@sripathin2934]

@@rollingfeettales via travel agency brother.

[@sripathin2934]

@@rollingfeettales Hi brother. Your processed visa application is ready for collection from the Visa application center. I have opted courier service. Then why I go and collect from vfs?. My application got refused ?

[@rollingfeettales]

This message doesn't mean your Schengen Visa is refused. It mean a decision has been made. Now VFS would receive your passport and courier it to you. Post receiving, you should get the status of your visa application!

[@priyankajain3190]

Was your visa approved?​@@sripathin2934

[@tusharsharma3179]

Hey, hope you are doing well I am also planning to visit italy but I am working in my dad’s business, I don’t have any proof of employment or any salary. So, can my father show that he is sponsoring my trip? And what documents my father need for this process?

[@rollingfeettales]

Yes, your father can sponsor your trip. You will have to attach sponsorship letter along with his bank statement.

[@Blaze_9342]

Sir do i need a schengen visa or a long stay visa, if im going by an one way flight to france(strasbourg) to meet one of my friends, and I'll also be staying with them in their house for atleast 4months, i will also just be staying in strasbourg and won't go to any other state or country throughout my trip, so which type of visa do i need?

[@rollingfeettales]

Well, you will have to show some itinerary about your 4 months stay in France. If you just show that you're going to spend 4 months in Strasbourg then it might raise eyebrows.

[@Blaze_9342]

​@@rollingfeettaleshmm i see but like im only going there to meet my friend and we'll only spend time in his town, if thats not enough info for the visa, then what should i write in it? Because even while immigration at aiport they might ask me why am i going there, so will it be enough if i tell them that im going to meet one of my friends?

[@arshhita18_officialvlogs96]

I applied for swiss visa on 15 oct n 1 nov got a coll from embassy n when they vl return my passport

[@rollingfeettales]

Usually for Schengen visa, processing time can vary between 2-4weeks depending on season!

[@annunavvi]

I dont have my surname in my passport because i didnt have surname in adhaar and pan as well. Will be an issue for visa application

[@rollingfeettales]

Nope, I've the same situation but it's never an issue!

[@poojalokhande3627]

Hello, I’m planning to travel to italy in April 2025 and will apply for visa in October 2024(6 months in advance of travel). But will not be able to attach train tickets as they open up only 2 months prior, will that suffice?

[@rollingfeettales]

Yes, that's fine. You would mention this in your itinerary. Or see if you can show any other mode of travel (bus or car rentals - usually they are refundable) for your Schengen visa!

[@poojalokhande3627]

Thank you!

[@barnalibhattacharjee5640]

Sir vfs me documents k sath flight reservation tickets v deni h? Agar haan toh dummy tickets se reservation karenge toh woh 48hrs validity rahega jo hume interview date se pehle hi reserve karna hota h toh how do we provide flight reservation tickets while submitting documents in vfs.

[@rollingfeettales]

Dummy tickets ki validity 2weeks wali bhi hoti hai, you can book that for Schengen visa. Do watch Video on Dummy Tickets that we have created!

[@gunjansethi9793]

But My salary is 4 lakh 8000 per annum I'm not eligible for ITR is that okay

[@rollingfeettales]

You wouldn't be eligible to file taxes but ITR is still required to be filled. In case you don't have ITR, attach form 16.

[@Squashgameboys]

Is that important to Enter and exit the country that issues a visa? ( when we show tickets to the VFS office )

[@rollingfeettales]

At the time of Schengen visa application at VFS, you will have to show either maximum number of nights stay in the country or entry to the country if night spends are equal.

[@Squashgameboys]

@@rollingfeettales Thanks 😊

[@johnmarry2012]

Cover letter not ahowing

[@rollingfeettales]

Do reach out at [e-mail] !

[@mehakqureshi611]

Hi! Thanks for the informative video. Quick question: How long is the validity? Also, I have a UK standard visa rhats getting expired, so I'm reapplying for UK standard visa, should I apply for Schengen at this time itself as Im planning to go to Italy in a couple of months?

[@rollingfeettales]

Yes you can apply for Schengen visa as early as 6 months in advance. The duration would depend on your itinerary and past travels!

[@17jayitadas]

Hi @rollingfeertales ..: I am going via travel agent but we only receive the hotel confirmation and flight tickets for now since my travel date is of Dec 2024… My visa date is on 12th July… so confirmed flight tickets and confirmed hotel reservation will suffice or do we need to provide train tickets??? We only have now 20% of the amount to the travel agent since train tickets are non refundable. Also I have a valid Australia visitor visa so do I need to provide that as well?? Or only US UK CAN Japan visa is required??

[@rollingfeettales]

For Schengen visa, Flight & hotel bookings would be sufficient. Train tickets usually are refundable so if you're taking train for internal transfers then try to include them! Yes, it would be good to give copy of your Australia visa along with your Schengen visa application!

[@17jayitadas]

@@rollingfeettales the travel agent is booking the train part and they mentioned me that it is non refundable so that’s why they will do that in the month of August when I will be making the other part of payment..

[@priyankajain3190]

Hi, through which travel agency you did the package? Details please​@@17jayitadas

[@Tenzin_sherap]

Hi , I’m looking Schengen visa for France , I got already refused for Poland and I don’t have ITR ! So How I get visa

[@rollingfeettales]

@@Tenzin_sherap any idea why Poland visa could rejected? If you don't have ITR, you should attach Forn16 in case employed else business documents if self employed.

[@abbasalishabbir7546]

Sir can we apply with one year ITR BCOZ I MISSED THE DEADLINE FOR PREVIOUS YEAR

[@rollingfeettales]

You could file previous year ITR or submit Form 16.

[@shubhamupadhyay3441]

I m applying from canada as I m going to india and layover is Paris for 11 hours and want to visit Paris Can you please guide me I hv tickits in Jan 2025 How long it takes to get visa

[@rollingfeettales]

You will have to apply in VFS agency in Canada for Schengen visa. Documents & remaining process remain the same!

[@sripathin2934]

Hello. What is the ITR annual income limit for approve schengen visa.. Mine is 3.6 lakhs. And my bank balance 4 lakhs.

[@rollingfeettales]

There is no minimum income tax limit for Schengen visa! For Bank balance around 3-5L/person is good enough balance for Schengen visa!

[@sripathin2934]

@@rollingfeettales thanks for your response.

[@komalyadav-bd7lj]

Hey! very useful just have a few doubts... If my parents don't have ITR and also any salary slip or so, then how would it work? Also, they might travel first to another country and then to a Schengen country

[@rollingfeettales]

If parents are retired then they don't have to submit ITR. They need to mention in the cover letter about this and add bank statement to show that they have enough funds to travel to Europe. Submit flight details from India to the country and then to the Schengen and back to India. If they already have visa for that country then submit copy of that as well.

[@NishaRawat-m6v]

And also i am planning to travel to three Schengen countries : Swiss, Belgium and France together but after 6 months i need to visit Austria and greece during Christmas..then what visa is required for again visiting Schengen area under 6 months

[@rollingfeettales]

In such case, you would still need Schengen tourist visa. If you're travel date for Christmas is finalized then you should include the detailed plan along with your current itinerary

[@davidriches1866]

Actually we are planning to visit Swiss in December (3 members) for tourism. Among 3 , two of them did not file ITR due to salary constraints.. So in this case apart from ITR which document they need to suffice? Also for salaried employees, do we need to show funds or else just salary pay slips are enough?

[@rollingfeettales]

Bank statement is required for all type of Schengen visa application. So in your case also it's needed ( should be sealed & signed by bank). Though ITR is a required document, in case it's not there, do mention in cover letter for the reason. Rest Salary slip, HR letter & bank statement should suffice. Hope this helps!

[@TeluguPie]

Your rejection story was very important for me. I had a doubt on what can be done during job transition and it got clarified.

[@rollingfeettales]

Glad that my experience about Schengen visa was of help to you! 😊

[@roshnitripathy1864]

My husband is a banker and I am home maker so how much fund needed in bank account?is there any problem that I’m currently not working

[@rollingfeettales]

It wouldn't matter if you're not working. Your application would have a sponsorship letter from your husband. Overall for a 10 days trip around 5L+/person should be good amount!

[@Vlogkatha]

4L /pp you have need your bank account

[@rhitamjeetsaharia2442]

Hi Sir, I have taken visa appointment for me & my wife for Italy. I have previous schengen visa, but my wife doesn't. I have currently taken appointment under sub category - "Tourism - Holding previous Schengen visa" for both as we will be travelling together. Will this create a problem during documentation submission? As my wife doesn't have previous Schengen visa but I have selected the same category as myself. Plz help

[@rollingfeettales]

Ideally for her holding Schengen visa option wouldn't be applicable. While submitting the documents at VFS centre, do mention this for your wife's application and they should be able to make changes (if required)!

[@AnkitaMorePatil]

What’s the process for an infant (7months old baby) Schengen visa?

[@rollingfeettales]

It's the usual process of applying. Only thing changes is to submit his/her birth certificate, copy of parents' passport. You should also mention in your Schengen visa application cover letter that you're travelling with your baby (along with details).

[@AnkitaMorePatil]

@@rollingfeettales thanks 👍

[@Kachardas]

Salary was credited 5 days before the visa appointment which is enough for the trip. But before that my bank balance was 25000. Most of my bank savings are in FDs. Please guide in this situation.

[@rollingfeettales]

For Schengen visa, along with Bank statement, you could also include savings like FD, MF documents to show enough balance. If you have already included them, then no worries!

[@rukminivitthal7246]

Hey please rever on this..can i apply this visa in December 2024 if i m planning to go in may 2025

[@rollingfeettales]

You would be able to apply for Schengen visa as early as 6 months in advance of your travel date. So apply accordingly!

[@travel_addict]

Hi, What is the exact VFS linkfor applying spain business visa from india ?? 0:01

[@rollingfeettales]

For Spain visa, BLS is the agency that provides visa, that's why you were unable to find it with VFS! 😊 Link to BLS: india.blsspainvisa.com/short_term_visa.php

[@ritiksoni4432]

Sir am with my freinds group and we are planning a trip to europe London-Denver-Amsterdam-frankfurt-munich-venice-paris-london , secondly i have funds for my trip but showing bank statement for me is an issue so can i declare my freind whose coming with me on the trip as my sponsor , and what are the steps involved in it and ia it and easy process or to much complications can occur ?

[@rollingfeettales]

If you've funds then best to include your own bank statement or FD/MF etc. If you can't check if your immediate relative (parents/siblings) can sponsor your trip. You will have to attach sponsorship letter along with their bank statement. Friend's sponsorship should be the last resort and should be avoided.

[@sumesh-om]

Hi I'm planning to visit Italy and Switzerland. Currently I'm woking as a contractual employee in a central government firm. It is clear that i don't get NOC from there and also I'm planning to resign before going to Europe. I have filled ITR for this (24-25)financial year only. It is mandatory to fill ITR for 3 FY(it is possible to fill Previous years ITRs by paying some fee right?) . And I'm capable to show the 3-5 L in bank account... Plz give a reply. Thanks😊

[@rollingfeettales]

In this case, you will have to show by some mean to the embassy folks that you have reasonable reason to come back to India & not look for employment in Europe. ITR can be filed for past years else if you have form 16, that can be included.

[@sumesh-om]

@@rollingfeettales Thanks for the reply 🙂

[@AnujSaini-p9g]

sir aagr only bank statement lagye to chance hai visa ka ? found approx 4 lack hold on last 6 months

[@rollingfeettales]

You mean only bank statements and no other financial documents (like ITR, sal slip etc )? For Schengen visa, you need to attach all the documents mentioned in video.

[@tgiovlogs]

All documents are mandatory

[@bathindeala9927]

Croatia Schengen ka part nahi hai????

[@rollingfeettales]

Croatia Schengen ka part hai from 2023! Humne travel kara tha uske pehle so hume multiple entry Schengen Visa laga tha.

[@ramdasdamregggh3200]

What is the process after getting job in Sweden .I m not aware about the visa process pl help

[@rollingfeettales]

You will have to apply for work visa. Usually your company would provide assistance in the process. But in general, you will have to submit offer letter and invitation letter from the company in Sweden along with other documents.

[@deeptipandey8216]

Hi My husband and I are planning to travel with my 2.5-year-old kid, so what will change in the VISA application process?

[@rollingfeettales]

Process will be same as normal Schengen visa application. Just that for kiddo, you will have to add his/her birth certificate and mention in your cover letter that you're travelling with your spouse and kid (add details).

[@harishdhanvi2911]

Hi, If we are going with family,Do we need to apply separately visa with different VFS accounts

[@rollingfeettales]

Yes, you will have to submit individual Schengen visa application for each family member. You will be able to add members in the same VFS account but under that every member will have to fill their individual Schengen visa form. Also, every member will have to give their set of documents (cover letter, travel itinerary, flight, stay proof etc )

[@36bhavika]

@@rollingfeettales (1) each family member ke account mai 5 lac balance hona chahiye? (2) Like ham 4 family member hai my husband’s income come through property rent one child is student other child is just start his business then which documents we have to attached?

[@TheDataParadigm]

hello, i did not get the appointment to romania where i will spend the most time but from the germany and german embassy , nd then i will travel to romania on the same date, will it be a problem ?

[@rollingfeettales]

You could tweak your itinerary a bit to show more nights in Germany for Schengen visa purpose! Later once you have Schengen visa, you can change as per your original plan!

[@SoloBackpacker_K]

Hi ...I am planning a eurotrip in november and as of now the plan is like this - India -Georgia- Austria - Spain - Switzerland - Italy- India. (25 days) In this case should i apply for single or entry multiple entry visa ?

[@rollingfeettales]

Since you can travel to Georgia with valid Schengen visa, you wouldn't need to apply for separate Georgia visa. Also, because countries that you're visiting after Georgia are part of Schengen countries, you don't need multiple entry visa as after that you're coming back to India! Hope this helps!

[@SoloBackpacker_K]

@@rollingfeettales Thank you very much. When I asked a travel agency who processed my Vietnam visa for the last trip they said that I cannot enter Georgia with a Schengen Visa.

[@rollingfeettales]

@@SoloBackpacker_K that looks like misinformation. Just visit Georgia e-visa site and after selecting country, there will be a drop down with countries whose visa is accepted. www.evisa.gov.ge/GeoVisa/en/VisaApp For us, we had Japan visa. We also had mailed them and asked if we were good to travel on Japan visa for which they responded yes! May be you can reconfirm from them for Schengen visa as well!

[@SoloBackpacker_K]

@@rollingfeettales thank you very much. Very helpful. Appreciate it.

[@unknown-ho4wk]

What if someone (sister) is sponsoring my trip ,but i am also employed so whose sakary slips to provide ?

[@rollingfeettales]

If your sister is sponsoring your Schengen travel, then a sponsorship letter mentioning her relation with you & sponsoring your trip with her sign would be needed. Along with that include her bank statement & any relationship proof that you would have.

[@Whatever065]

I want to go for a concert in Germany in July end. I haven’t booked the concert tickets or accommodation since I am not sure I will get my visa in time. Do you think I’ll get it?

[@rollingfeettales]

For Schengen visa, accommodation proof is required document. You could make refundable hotel bookings from booking.com etc and include it in your Schengen visa application.

[@Whatever065]

@@rollingfeettales Do I also have to show the concert tickets if i am mentioning it in the cover letter? I actually want my visa to come through and then boom them 😅

[@Whatever065]

Book*

[@rollingfeettales]

@@Whatever065 yeah, no need to show the concert tickets! Btw, where are you getting the tickets!? I wasn't able to find any for myself! 😀 Next option seems to be concert in Australia!

[@NishaRawat-m6v]

Brother i have a doubt ..if you are a digital marketer ot a content creator who works from home basically and that's the only source of income then in that case what documents you need and do you need itr too ? Please tell 😢

[@rollingfeettales]

Unfortunately we don't have that information 😔. Our sense would be that you can show your earning proofs & bank statement. Also if you file ITR for this income then including that would be beneficial for Schengen visa!

[@Shrey369]

If I apply for 90 days short visa of tourist for Europe , is it possible embassy will give me less than 90!days to stay and why ? I’ve heard some one applied for 90 days tourist visa and got only 10 days visa so what’s the point of 90 days visa ?

[@rollingfeettales]

Yes it's upto embassy to decide the Schengen visa duration. For us mostly we have got exact trip duration (what we showed in itinerary) Schengen Visa. 😒 Only once we got 6 months Schengen visa from Greece embassy. Rest of the time exact trip duration visa! But this time we got 2 yrs multiple entry Schengen visa! ☺️

[@SAMIRSANTOSH]

how to fill wife's form, if the expenses is taken care by the husband - in this case any sponsorship letter to be provided (for tourist visa)

[@rollingfeettales]

Yes, in her Schengen visa cover letter it should be mentioned that you're sponsoring her trip. Along with that attach sponsorship letter with your sign. Next, add your bank statement to show sufficient funds to take care of both of your travel expenses!

[@SAMIRSANTOSH]

@@rollingfeettales what should be done in the application form for point 32 where they ask for cost of travelling & stay - for wife should we select 'by applicant' or mention the 'sponsor' which is husband in this case

[@rajivkumar_mishra]

​@@SAMIRSANTOSH by sponsor. Because you are sponsoring her tour.

[@snehadutta2697]

Hi, we are a family of 3(including an infant). Do we need to have 3 cover letters or we can have 1 with details of the 3 people

[@rollingfeettales]

You'll have to apply separate Schengen visa application for each member. Each Cover letter can have mention of each other names who are travelling to Europe. Hope this helps! ☺️

[@Karansingh_78]

Hi, can you please explain travel insurance from where to get?

[@rollingfeettales]

@@Karansingh_78 you can get anyone online by comparing them on portals like policybazar. Usually you should take insurance that covers minimum of 50K euros!

[@Garimapal]

visa fee has to be paid to vfs even in case of france, how can you say that it can be paid online?

[@rollingfeettales]

For some Schengen countries, they have process to first fill the Schengen visa form online and pay the Schengen Visa fee there itself. At VFS, you will have to pay VFS agency cost. But in some countries, Visa fee & VFS fees needs to be paid at VFS. It changes time to time!

[@subhashreesubhasmitanayak263]

Hello, soft copy of noc letter from comapny is fine or not ?

[@rollingfeettales]

For Schengen visa, NOC's Hard copy is required which is printed on company's letterhead.

[@harcourtianmunda6145]

I think Croatia is also part of Schengen? Or do we need any other visa for Schengen as you said that you need multiple entry visa when you visited croatia??

[@rollingfeettales]

Yes you're right! Croatia became part of Schengen in 2023. This was the case when we first travelled to Europe before 2023! ☺️ For that we needed multiple entry Schengen visa!

[@harcourtianmunda6145]

@@rollingfeettales so now, we can travel to Croatia with a single entry Schengen Visa?

[@rollingfeettales]

@@harcourtianmunda6145 yup you can visit Croatia with single entry Schengen visa now! Don't miss Plitvice Lake! ☺️

[@harcourtianmunda6145]

@@rollingfeettales thank you :)

[@marimbanation4118]

bangalore -> greece -> croatia -> italy which embassy shall i apply to?

[@rollingfeettales]

Depends on where you're spending maximum nights! If you're spending equal nights in all places then the country where you enter 1st is where you would apply your Schengen visa!

[@SpiritualUniverseAttract]

Suppose , I want to visit paris in one visit and then after 1.5 month I want to visit switzerland both for 2 days max from England. Then what approach shall I take. ? I will be visiting England 1st in these 2 trips and thinking that I got my England visa approved.

[@rollingfeettales]

You will have to get Schengen visa (assuming you have Indian passport) in order to visit Paris & Switzerland. You should apply for Multiple entry Schengen visa as both of your travel to Schengen countries is 1.5 month apart. Do mention your complete travel plan in cover letter & respective flight/hotel bookings.

[@uttamkumar-n9p7b]

Who is not working in any company..can he will go for Schengen visa ??

[@rollingfeettales]

Yes you can apply for Schengen visa. Only thing that they would need is that you need to show that you would come back to India. For that you can show documents relating to your own work or any freelance work that you may have or any offer letter that says you would join them.

[@raj__6004]

Brother I have Czech Republic work permit for 2years should I apply short term visa then convert it into long term visa or directly apply for long term visa

[@rollingfeettales]

I don't think you can apply for a long or short Schengen visa! Basis your travel history they either give you short one or long one Schengen visa. No separate process for the same.

[@altamash1080p]

Suppose i sold one of my flat of 85L and after marriage i purchased a new one of cheaper rate around 40-50 L, and I'm a corporate employee my salary is 30-35k. So can i apply visa for like honeymoon????

[@rollingfeettales]

Yes you can apply for Schengen visa for your honeymoon! Just that ensure you all the documents & have enough balance to cover your trip!

[@geetikaboinapalli1307]

Is covering letter important for visiting my sister in Germany??

[@rollingfeettales]

Yes, for Schengen visa, cover letter is a must document that states your purpose of visit along with trip details!

[@ashwinjoshi6446]

Sir i am volunteer so o am not getting salary slip from govt than what can i do..?

[@rollingfeettales]

In such case get a NOC that mentions your work and how this is a non paid job. Also since you're not earning at the moment, you will have to get sponsorship for your travel.

[@premjit43]

Planning to visit switzerland& paris with family in july2025. When should we apply?

[@rollingfeettales]

Ideally 2 months in advance given that July will be peak time for Switzerland & Paris travel!

[@anubhutisingh2349]

I'm about to leave my current company and will apply for visa then. I'm not joining anywhere and will be on a break for 1-2 months. Can I still apply for Visa?

[@rollingfeettales]

Best would be to get your Schengen visa while in current company! But if you can't, you should mention in your cover letter that you're on a break and plan to travel for a while before joining work again. If you're married then include documents (spouse employment proof etc) that shows that you would come back. Basically anything that would convince them that you would come back after Europe vacation!

[@sruthi510776]

Hello , i am planning a trip to europe and my first destination is munich , then i will be going to austria and then to berlin . I will be staying in germany for total 6 days and i am planning to get schengan visa from germany . Will there be any issue as i will be reentering germany from austria ?

[@rollingfeettales]

Since both Austria and Germany are part of Schengen countries, there will not be any problem! You can freely visit all the places on your Schengen visa!

[@nikhilshelar8584]

I want to apply for Poland but I don't have any ITR details. I have not filled this ever. Please guide.

[@rollingfeettales]

If you're working then you would have Form16 at least? You can submit that and mention this in your Schengen visa application.

[@RahulKumar-qk7pb]

Can we show "share market" investment details?

[@rollingfeettales]

Umm.. Is this the only thing that you can show as financial documents? FD, PPF or MF etc if you have then can attach that.

[@mutyalanaveen3593]

What if i don't have an ITR for the last 2 years in that case does they reject it ?

[@rollingfeettales]

ITR is one of the required documents for Schengen visa. If you don't have, then do mention the reason for the same in the cover letter of Schengen visa.

[@LearnGermanwithManav]

Hi Sir, my company does not provide a NOC as per norms. I am informed by HR to draft an email and ask for approval from your immediate manager. Once it is approved then take the printout and we can stamp it, pls advise. Thank you!

[@rollingfeettales]

Ideally they should be able to provide NOC ( we can share the format to be printed on your company letterhead - do check description for details). Else, if that doesn't work, then do attach signed & sealed copy of your email confirmation.

[@subhamsaha2235]

Sir mai apne friwnd( she us french) se milne france jana chahta hu and she is NOT sponsoring, but she is providing the accomodation and she can provide the letter of accomodation and sir mre acc me around 1 lac hoga plus 1 saal ka itr hai (2022 me bhara tha) and iss saal bharunga and mai tax bracket me nhi ata since my income is less than 5 lac and i am having permanent wfh to jane se mai 2 ya 3 months ke liye jaunga...kya visa approve hoga..please reply Sir

[@rollingfeettales]

Agar 2-3 months ke liye France se work karoge toh mushkil ho sakta hai. As, for Schengen visa, NOC letter required hota hai jisme mention hota hai aapka travel date and that you are on leave. For account balance, 1L will be less for 2-3 months. Agar FD ya investments hai toh attach copy of that.

[@subhamsaha2235]

@@rollingfeettales thank you sir fpr rwplying. sir mai cover letter me mention ni kr skta kya ki company ko koi problem nhi hai agr mai waha se wfh kru to? And yes sir mre kuch investment hai wo mai attach kr du to? And sir investment 1 lakh nearby hai

[@ananthumohan4368]

Hi Sir, Is Covid Vaccination Certificate mandatory for Schengen tourist visa ?

[@rollingfeettales]

For Schengen visa, Covid vaccination certificate is no longer required! VFS folks returned this to us while submitting Schengen visa documents!

[@ananthumohan4368]

@@rollingfeettales Thanks for your valuable information 👍

[@uttamkumar-n9p7b]

I am not working can i apply for schengen visa for tourism?

[@rollingfeettales]

Yes you can apply for Schengen visa. Only thing that they would need is that you need to show that you would come back to India. For that you can show any freelance work that you may have or any offer letter that says you would join them.

[@kapillipak4628]

Please can you advise me about cover letter

[@rollingfeettales]

Do checkout the link in description for Schengen visa cover letter!

[@kanishkaaa950]

Hello sir i m school student i m planning to go alone So hame sponsership lagana hoga na?

[@rollingfeettales]

Haan ji, sponsorship from your parents or siblings would be required.

[@tanyarajhans7]

I am travelling from Delhi to London via Munich, few hrs layover at airport. We will stay in London for few days and then from London will go to Paris again for a few hrs and then back to London on the same day. Which country should I apply Schengen visa to?

[@rollingfeettales]

Assuming, you wouldn't leave Munich airport & you need not recheckin your bags at Munich, you should apply with France embassy else Germany!

[@tgiovlogs]

France