Visa Information
Visa Types
Select the visa type that is right for you to see important information on visa fees, documents required, forms, photo specifications and processing times.
Short Term Visa
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Overview
- If you are planning a short visit to Germany, you may need to apply for a Schengen visa. GGermany is one of the 29 European countries forming the Schengen Area which have no border controls between them. These countries also issue a common visa, the Schengen visa for stays up to 90 days.
- Before scheduling an appointment, please make sure that you choose the Mission competent for your place of residence. Failure to do so will lead to your appointment being cancelled and your application not being accepted. Every mission reserves the right to ask for additional documents for proof of your habitual place of residence at the counter.
- All Schengen visa applications accepted for Germany across all Visa Application Centres in India will be forwarded to the German Consulate in Mumbai for a decision.
- For any queries you may have on this, we request you to kindly contact us on 022-67866013 between 08:00am to 17:00pm, from Monday to Friday.
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Visa Fees
The New Visa Fees is effective from 23rd January 2025 for all cities.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term – Schengen Visas (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit €90 €90 (Above 12 Years). €45 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age INR 8,500 INR 8,500 (Above 12 Years). INR 4,300 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age
VFS service fee – INR 1,806/-
Value Added Services (optional):
Courier Service – INR 641/-
Courier Assurance Service – INR 1033/-
SMS Service – INR 137/-
Premium Lounge – INR 2885/-
Internet Kiosk – INR 208/-
Mobile biometrics (1-10 applicants) – INR 14385/-
Mobile biometrics (11-20 applicants) – INR 13364/-
Mobile biometrics (21-30 applicants) – INR 11540/-
Mobile biometrics (Over 30 applicants) – INR 10274/-
Photocopy – INR 7/-
Photograph - INR 27/-
Prime Time Passport Collection (4 pm to 7 pm) – INR 520/-
(All above fees mentioned are inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%)
Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay, UPI,
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa fee, VFS service charge and value-added service fee are applicable per customer.
- Visa Fees, service charge and value-added service fees, once paid are non - refundable.
- The use of Optional Services will not affect the decision or turnaround time during the visa procedure.
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Documents Required
Please prepare the necessary documentation for your visa application using the following checklists:
Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Click here
In addition to the above checklist please ensure the following:
- Valid Travel Health Insurance required to be submitted even in case of transit cases
- Name & Address of the Applicant must reflect in Bank statements
- Name observation passports not accepted
- If your Germany visa application is submitted by a representative or a travel agent, we request you to please ensure that the attached declaration is filled and signed by you, and the representative or travel agent submitting the application form submits a copy of their passport bio page.
Letter of Authorization
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Photo Specifications
Two recent passport size photos for each person included in the application with 35x45 MM white background for Schengen Visa as well as for National Visa and face coverage up to 70 - 80% and photo not to be older then 6 months.
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Processing Time
Schengen short stay visas can only be processed within 15 working days (Excluding day of submission at VFS).
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Download Form
Click here for User guide to fill the online Schengen Visa Application Form
Click here to fill the online Schengen Visa Application form - https://videx.diplo.de/
Declaration on True and Complete Information Declaration on Travel and Health Insurance
Long Term Visa
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Overview
Information about Long Term Visa
On this website, you find all relevant information to obtain a national visa for Germany at the Consulate General in Mumbai. Please read this page carefully and follow all the instructions given!
Attention! This page contains information for the jurisdiction area of the Consulate General in Mumbai only. The jurisdiction of the German Consulate General Mumbai includes Maharashtra, the Union States of Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Union Territories of Daman and Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli.
Please note that VFS is only the external service provider authorized to accept appointment requests and National visa applications on behalf of the German missions in India. All procedures at VFS are in accordance with the guidelines of the German Consulate Mumbai. VFS has no influence on the visa process itself – therefore, VFS cannot accelerate procedures or influence decisions.
All procedures and fees are clearly marked and easily accessible for all customers. “The German Consulate strongly warns all applicants who use visa agents (to prepare an application or to book appointments) as misconduct on their side will lie in the responsibility of the applicant and may result in invalid appointment bookings or negative visa decisions”. For more information about the cooperation between the visa sections and VFS click here:
https://india.diplo.de/in-en/service/-/2554096
When is a National Visa required?
A National visa is required if your intended duration of stay in Germany is more than 90 days.
For shorter stays, please apply for a Schengen Visa (https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/germany/india/mumbai/english/
If you are unsure, which visa you need, click here:
https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/visa-service/visa-navigator/2489244
Who is eligible to apply for a German National Visa at the German Consulate General in Mumbai or VFS Mumbai?
All customers residing within the jurisdiction of the German Consulate General Mumbai must submit their National Visa applications depending on the relevant category either at the German Consulate General Mumbai directly or via VFS Mumbai. Please find the link below to know your category:
https://india.diplo.de/in-en/service/-/2503990
The consular jurisdiction includes all residents in: Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Daman and Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli.
Customers are required to submit sufficient proof of residence together with their applications.
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Visa Fees
The New Visa Fees is effective from 23rd January 2025 for all cities.
Visa Fees – National Visas
Please see the current visa fees to be paid in INR here:
https://india.diplo.de/in-en/service/2633528-2633528?openAccordionId=item-2601184-1-panel
VFS service Fee – INR 956/-
D-Visa Logistic Fee – INR 1326/-
Value Added Services (optional):
Courier Service – INR 641/-
Courier Assurance Service – INR 1033/-
SMS Service – INR 137/-
Premium Lounge – INR 2885/-
Internet Kiosk – INR 208/-
Photocopy – INR 7/-
Photograph - INR 27/-
Prime Time Passport Collection (4 pm to 7 pm) – INR 520/-
(All above fees mentioned are inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%)
Mode of payment:
Cash
We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay, UPI,
Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
Please Note:
The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
Visa fee, VFS service charge and value-added service fee are applicable per customer.
“Visa fees will be charged for all the applications coming to VFS. However, the visa fees might be refunded on the basis of the documents submitted and if you fall under the visa fees waiver category. This decision is made by the Consulate only. Service charge and value-added service fees once paid are non – refundable.”
The use of Optional Services will not yield any benefits during the visa procedure.
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Documents Required
Click here to fill the online national visa application form
Please prepare the necessary documentation for your visa application using the checklists given on below link:
https://india.diplo.de/in-en/service/2633528-2633528?openAccordionId=item-2601756-3-panel
If your Germany visa application is submitted by a representative or a travel agent, we request you to please ensure that the attached declaration is filled and signed by you, and the representative or travel agent submitting the application form submits a copy of their passport bio page.
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Photo Specifications
Two recent passport size photos for each person included in the application with 35x45 MM white background for Schengen Visa as well as for National Visa and face coverage up to 70 - 80% and photo not to be older then 6 months.
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Processing Time
After submittal, the visa section will check your application, inform you about missing documents and – if necessary – starts the internal procedure to obtain the necessary approvals of the authorities in Germany (Immigration Office (“Ausländerbehörde”) or Federal Employment Agency (“Bundesagentur für Arbeit”)). Different processing times may apply as the visa section does not have any influence on the individual processing times there.
You may find an overview of the general processing times of the different National visa categories on the website of the German consulate. Please note that during these processing times, the visa section will not be able to answer individual inquiries.
https://india.diplo.de/in-en/service/2633538-2633538
If your application was not complete at the time of submission, the visa section will contact you in order to submit further documents. Please note that the standard processing time only starts once your application is complete!
As one of the last steps of the visa process, you will receive a notification by the Consulate via e-mail to submit your passport and in some cases other further documents.
In that case, you may submit your passport along with the E-mail notification and the additional requested documents at the VFS Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune, and Goa Centre. Applicants can visit the centre anytime during working hours for submitting their passports at the VFS centres or customers can also avail our Application Pick up and Drop service for submitting your Post Approval – D Visa stamping applications. VFS will have your application picked up from your home or office. The charges for this service are INR 1,100/-. You can email us on [email protected] for more information about this service.
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General Information
Appointment booking:
Please always make sure to book your appointment in the correct category. The visa section will not be able to guide you individually through the booking procedure.
If you chose the wrong category, the visa section and VFS will not be able to honor your appointment. Furthermore, it is crucial to be on time for your appointment.
If you do not need your appointment anymore, kindly make sure to cancel the same. You are unnecessarily blocking a slot for another applicant otherwise!
Appointments at the Consulate:
Customers who are submitting their visa applications at the German Consulate General in Mumbai are requested to complete their courier assurance booking formalities by paying a fee of INR 1033/- before their interview date in order to facilitate easy return of their applications post a decision has been made. This will also help reduce the time taken for processing as your passport will be retained by the Consulate and returned to you by courier immediately once a decision on your visa application has been made. Please note that this service is not mandatory but offers you the mentioned advantages.
You will be contacted by the VFS team for this payment a day before your appointment. We thank you for your co-operation in this matter.
Please be aware of the following regulations for the Consulate:
https://india.diplo.de/in-en/service/2633540-2633540
Travel insurance and passport submission:
In order for the visa section to process your application quickly, kindly provide also a valid health insurance starting from your tentative travel date at the time of submission of your application at the counter.
Attention: the visa section will issue the visa according to the tentative travel date mentioned in your VIDEX application form if it is covered by the health insurance. If the health insurance starts at a later date, the visa cannot be issued for an earlier date!
To further facilitate and accelerate the visa process, customers applying via VFS may also submit their passport together with the application and pre-book the courier service directly.
Family reunion:
Please note, customers who are applying for family reunion visa need to check the below given link to ensure they book the correct appointment for their submission depending on their family reunion visa category as certain categories of family reunion visas can be submitted at the VFS application centre in Mumbai.
https://india.diplo.de/in-en/service/-/2503990
The family reunion category that needs to be chosen depends on the residence permit or visa of the working / studying spouse. Therefore, please check your partner’s residence permit or visa carefully in order to pick the correct visa category for yourself.
Students:
Starting from November 2022, the APS (“akademische Prüfstelle”) has been introduced in India. The APS certificate has since become mandatory for most of student applicants with Indian degrees. Please find all information regarding the procedure, costs, and perks of the APS here: https://aps-india.de/.
For the exceptions of APS certificates, please visit the visa section’s student checklist: https://india.diplo.de/in-en/service/-/2552164
EU Regulation
- Application can be submitted only six (6) months prior to the date of departure.
- From May 1, 2010 only passports issued within the previous ten (10) years will be accepted.
- Passport must have at least two blank pages.
- Passport should be valid for at least three (3) months longer than the intended stay.
- Handwritten passports are not accepted.
Business
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Overview
Business visa application is applicable in case you are traveling for business purposes. This visa is given for travel period up to 90 days
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Visa Fees
The New Visa Fees is effective from 27th Dec 2022 for all cities.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term – Schengen Visas (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit €80 €80 (Above 12 Years). €40 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age INR 7,100 INR 7,100 (Above 12 Years). INR 3,600 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age
VFS service fee – INR 1,674/-
Value Added Services (optional):
Courier Service – INR 525/-
Courier Assurance Service – INR 870/-
SMS Service – INR 112/-
Premium Lounge – INR 2363/-
Internet Kiosk – INR 175/-
Mobile biometrics (1-10 applicants) – INR 11,784/-
Mobile biometrics (11-20 applicants) – INR 11,194/-
Mobile biometrics (21-30 applicants) – INR 9,453/-
Mobile biometrics (Over 30 applicants) – INR 8,416/-
Photocopy - INR 5/-
Photograph - INR 23/-
(All above fees mentioned are inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%)
Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa fee, VFS service charge and value-added service fee are applicable per customer.
- Visa Fees, service charge and value-added service fees, once paid are non - refundable.
- The use of Optional Services will not affect the decision or turnaround time during the visa procedure.
Documents Required
Checklist For Business Visa Checklist for Training / Internship
Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Click here
In addition to the above checklist please ensure the following
- Valid Travel Health Insurance required to be submitted even in case of transit cases
- Original Covering letter (for business cases) with 1 authorised signatory name and designation
- Name & Address of the Applicant must reflect in Bank statements
- Name observation passports not accepted
- If your Germany visa application is submitted by a representative or a travel agent, we request you to please ensure that the attached declaration is filled and signed by you, and the representative or travel agent submitting the application form submits a copy of their passport bio page.
Letter of Authorization
Photo Specifications
Two recent passport size photos for each person included in the application.
Processing Time
Schengen short stay visas can only be processed within 15 working days (Excluding day of submission at VFS).
Download Form
Click here for User guide to fill the online Schengen Visa Application Form Click here to fill the online Schengen Visa Application form - https://videx.diplo.de/
Click here to fill the alternate Schengen Visa Application form -
Schengen Visa Application Form Declaration on Travel Health Insurance Declaration on True & Complete information Annexure – A
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- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
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- Save the form on your computer.
Tourist/Visit to Family & Friends
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Overview
In case of travel to multiple Schengen countries, please make your application to the embassy or the consulate where you will be staying for the maximum number of days, or from the point of first entry into the Schengen countries, if the duration of stay is the same in more than one Schengen country.
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Visa Fees
The New Visa Fees is effective from 27th Dec 2022 for all cities.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term – Schengen Visas (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit €80 €80 (Above 12 Years). €40 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age INR 7,100 INR 7,100 (Above 12 Years). INR 3,600 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age
VFS service fee – INR 1,674/-
Value Added Services (optional):
Courier Service – INR 525/-
Courier Assurance Service – INR 870/-
SMS Service – INR 112/-
Premium Lounge – INR 2363/-
Internet Kiosk – INR 175/-
Mobile biometrics (1-10 applicants) – INR 11,784/-
Mobile biometrics (11-20 applicants) – INR 11,194/-
Mobile biometrics (21-30 applicants) – INR 9,453/-
Mobile biometrics (Over 30 applicants) – INR 8,416/-
Photocopy - INR 5/-
Photograph - INR 23/-
(All above fees mentioned are inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%)
Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa fee, VFS service charge and value-added service fee are applicable per customer.
- Visa Fees, service charge and value-added service fees, once paid are non - refundable.
- The use of Optional Services will not affect the decision or turnaround time during the visa procedure.
Documents Required
Checklist for Tourism Visa Checklist for Visit Family & Friends
Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Click here
In addition to the above checklist please ensure the following :
- Valid Travel Health Insurance required to be submitted even in case of transit cases
- Original Covering letter (for business cases) with 1 authorised signatory name and designation
- Name & Address of the Applicant must reflect in Bank statements
- Name observation passports not accepted
- If your Germany visa application is submitted by a representative or a travel agent, we request you to please ensure that the attached declaration is filled and signed by you, and the representative or travel agent submitting the application form submits a copy of their passport bio page.
Letter of Authorization
Photo Specifications
Two recent passport size photos for each person included in the application.
Download here Processing Time
Schengen short stay visas can only be processed within 15 working days (Excluding day of submission at VFS).
Download Form
Click here for User guide to fill the online Schengen Visa Application Form Click here to fill the online Schengen visa application form.
Click here to fill the alternate Schengen Visa Application form - Schengen Visa Application Form
Declaration on Travel Health Insurance Declaration on True & Complete information Annexure – A
To Download a Form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
Guest Scientist/ Visiting Scholar
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Overview
All Indian nationals who wish to work in the Federal Republic of Germany as a Guest Scientist or a Visiting Scholar require a visa prior to their departure.
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Visa Fees
The New Visa Fees is effective from 27th Dec 2022 for all cities.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term – Schengen Visas (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit €80 €80 (Above 12 Years). €40 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age INR 7,100 INR 7,100 (Above 12 Years). INR 3,600 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age
VFS service fee – INR 1,674/-
Value Added Services (optional):
Courier Service – INR 525/-
Courier Assurance Service – INR 870/-
SMS Service – INR 112/-
Premium Lounge – INR 2363/-
Internet Kiosk – INR 175/-
Mobile biometrics (1-10 applicants) – INR 11,784/-
Mobile biometrics (11-20 applicants) – INR 11,194/-
Mobile biometrics (21-30 applicants) – INR 9,453/-
Mobile biometrics (Over 30 applicants) – INR 8,416/-
Photocopy - INR 5/-
Photograph - INR 23/-
(All above fees mentioned are inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%)
Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa fee, VFS service charge and value-added service fee are applicable per customer.
- Visa Fees, service charge and value-added service fees, once paid are non - refundable.
- The use of Optional Services will not affect the decision or turnaround time during the visa procedure.
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Documents Required
Checklist For Scientists
Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Click here
In addition to the above checklist please ensure the following
- Valid Travel Health Insurance required to be submitted even in case of transit cases
- Original Covering letter (for business cases) with 1 authorised signatory name and designation
- Name & Address of the Applicant must reflect in Bank statements
- Name observation passports not accepted
- If your Germany visa application is submitted by a representative or a travel agent, we request you to please ensure that the attached declaration is filled and signed by you, and the representative or travel agent submitting the application form submits a copy of their passport bio page.
Letter of Authorization
-
Photo Specifications
Two recent passport size photos for each person included in the application.
-
Processing Time
Schengen short stay visas can only be processed within 15 working days (Excluding day of submission at VFS).
-
Download Form
Click here for User guide to fill the online Schengen Visa Application Form Click here to fill the online Schengen visa application form.
Click here to fill the alternate Schengen Visa Application form - Schengen Visa Application Form
Declaration on Travel Health Insurance Declaration on True & Complete information Annexure – A
To Download a Form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
Nuclear Scientist
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Overview
All foreign nationals who wish to visit Germany as a Nuclear Scientist require a visa prior to their departure. Applicants residing in Maharashtra, Gujarat and Goa have to submit their respective visa applications to the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Mumbai. Please note that the place of issue of your passport is of no relevance in this regard.
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Visa Fees
The New Visa Fees is effective from 27th Dec 2022 for all cities.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term – Schengen Visas (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit €80 €80 (Above 12 Years). €40 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age INR 7,100 INR 7,100 (Above 12 Years). INR 3,600 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age
VFS service fee – INR 1,674/-
Value Added Services (optional):
Courier Service – INR 525/-
Courier Assurance Service – INR 870/-
SMS Service – INR 112/-
Premium Lounge – INR 2363/-
Internet Kiosk – INR 175/-
Mobile biometrics (1-10 applicants) – INR 11,784/-
Mobile biometrics (11-20 applicants) – INR 11,194/-
Mobile biometrics (21-30 applicants) – INR 9,453/-
Mobile biometrics (Over 30 applicants) – INR 8,416/-
(All above fees mentioned are inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%)
Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa fee, VFS service charge and value-added service fee are applicable per customer.
- Visa Fees, service charge and value-added service fees, once paid are non - refundable.
- The use of Optional Services will not affect the decision or turnaround time during the visa procedure.
-
Documents Required
Checklist for Nuclear Scientist
Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Click here
In addition to the above checklist please ensure the following
- Valid Travel Health Insurance required to be submitted even in case of transit cases
- Original Covering letter (for business cases) with 1 authorised signatory name and designation
- Name & Address of the Applicant must reflect in Bank statements
- Name observation passports not accepted
-
Photo Specifications
Two recent passport size photos for each person included in the application.
-
Processing Time
Schengen short stay visas can only be processed within 15 working days (Excluding day of submission at VFS).
-
Download Form
Click here for User guide to fill the online Schengen Visa Application Form Click here to fill the online Schengen visa application form.
Click here to fill the alternate Schengen Visa Application form - Schengen Visa Application Form
Declaration on Travel Health Insurance ` Declaration on True & Complete information Annexure – A
To Download a Form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
Seaman
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Overview
Seaman Visa Application is applicable in case you are joining ship.
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Visa Fees
The New Visa Fees is effective from 27th Dec 2022 for all cities.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term – Schengen Visas (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit €80 €80 (Above 12 Years). €40 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age INR 7,100 INR 7,100 (Above 12 Years). INR 3,600 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age
VFS service fee – INR 1,674/-
Value Added Services (optional):
Courier Service – INR 525/-
Courier Assurance Service – INR 870/-
SMS Service – INR 112/-
Premium Lounge – INR 2363/-
Internet Kiosk – INR 175/-
Mobile biometrics (1-10 applicants) – INR 11,784/-
Mobile biometrics (11-20 applicants) – INR 11,194/-
Mobile biometrics (21-30 applicants) – INR 9,453/-
Mobile biometrics (Over 30 applicants) – INR 8,416/-
Photocopy - INR 5/-
Photograph - INR 23/-
(All above fees mentioned are inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%)
Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa fee, VFS service charge and value-added service fee are applicable per customer.
- Visa Fees, service charge and value-added service fees, once paid are non - refundable.
- The use of Optional Services will not affect the decision or turnaround time during the visa procedure.
-
Documents Required
Checklist For Seamen Visa
Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Click here
In addition to the above checklist please ensure the following
- Valid Travel Health Insurance required to be submitted even in case of transit cases
- Original Covering letter with 1 authorised signatory name and designation
- Name & Address of the Applicant must reflect in Bank statements
- Name observation passports not accepted
- If your Germany visa application is submitted by a representative or a travel agent, we request you to please ensure that the attached declaration is filled and signed by you, and the representative or travel agent submitting the application form submits a copy of their passport bio page.
Letter of Authorization
-
Photo Specifications
Two recent passport size photos for each person included in the application.
-
Processing Time
Schengen short stay visas can only be processed within 15 working days (Excluding day of submission at VFS).
-
Download Form
Click here for User guide to fill the online Schengen Visa Application Form Click here to fill the online Schengen visa application form.
Click here to fill the alternate Schengen Visa Application form - Schengen Visa Application Form
Declaration on Travel Health Insurance Declaration on True & Complete information Annexure – A
To Download a Form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
Fair Exhibitor
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Overview
If you would like to participate in a fair in Germany as an exhibitor and if you are residing in Maharashtra , Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhatisgarh, Daman and Diu you have to submit your visa application to the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Mumbai. Please note that the place of issue of your passport is of no relevance in this regard.
In order to start the application process, please contact any of the German Application Centers in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune or Goa managed by "VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd”. Please note that you are required to present a complete set of application documents there for a preliminary check.
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Visa Fees
The New Visa Fees is effective from 27th Dec 2022 for all cities.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term – Schengen Visas (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit €80 €80 (Above 12 Years). €40 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age INR 7,100 INR 7,100 (Above 12 Years). INR 3,600 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age
VFS service fee – INR 1,674/-
Value Added Services (optional):
Courier Service – INR 525/-
Courier Assurance Service – INR 870/-
SMS Service – INR 112/-
Premium Lounge – INR 2363/-
Internet Kiosk – INR 175/-
Mobile biometrics (1-10 applicants) – INR 11,784/-
Mobile biometrics (11-20 applicants) – INR 11,194/-
Mobile biometrics (21-30 applicants) – INR 9,453/-
Mobile biometrics (Over 30 applicants) – INR 8,416/-
Photocopy - INR 5/-
Photograph - INR 23/-
(All above fees mentioned are inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%)
Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa fee, VFS service charge and value-added service fee are applicable per customer.
- Visa Fees, service charge and value-added service fees, once paid are non - refundable.
- The use of Optional Services will not affect the decision or turnaround time during the visa procedure.
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Documents Required
Checklist For Trade Fair Exhibitor
Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Click here
In addition to the above checklist please ensure the following
- Valid Travel Health Insurance required to be submitted even in case of transit cases
- Original Covering letter (for business cases) with 1 authorised signatory name and designation
- Name & Address of the Applicant must reflect in Bank statements
- Name observation passports not accepted
- If your Germany visa application is submitted by a representative or a travel agent, we request you to please ensure that the attached declaration is filled and signed by you, and the representative or travel agent submitting the application form submits a copy of their passport bio page.
Letter of Authorization
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Photo Specifications
Two recent passport size photos for each person included in the application.
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Processing Time
Schengen short stay visas can only be processed within 15 working days (Excluding day of submission at VFS).
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Download Form
Click here for User guide to fill the online Schengen Visa Application Form Click here to fill the online Schengen visa application form.
Click here to fill the alternate Schengen Visa Application form - Schengen Visa Application Form
Declaration on Travel Health Insurance Declaration on True & Complete information Annexure – A
To Download a Form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
Airport Transit
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Overview
In principle all Indian nationals transiting through Germany do require an appropriate visa. Even if not intending to leave the international transit area of the German airport an Airport Transit Visa has to be applied for.
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Visa Fees
The New Visa Fees is effective from 27th Dec 2022 for all cities.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term – Schengen Visas (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit €80 €80 (Above 12 Years). €40 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age INR 7,100 INR 7,100 (Above 12 Years). INR 3,600 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age
VFS service fee – INR 1,674/-
Value Added Services (optional):
Courier Service – INR 525/-
Courier Assurance Service – INR 870/-
SMS Service – INR 112/-
Premium Lounge – INR 2363/-
Internet Kiosk – INR 175/-
Mobile biometrics (1-10 applicants) – INR 11,784/-
Mobile biometrics (11-20 applicants) – INR 11,194/-
Mobile biometrics (21-30 applicants) – INR 9,453/-
Mobile biometrics (Over 30 applicants) – INR 8,416/-
Photocopy - INR 5/-
Photograph - INR 23/-
(All above fees mentioned are inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%)
Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa fee, VFS service charge and value-added service fee are applicable per customer.
- Visa Fees, service charge and value-added service fees, once paid are non - refundable.
- The use of Optional Services will not affect the decision or turnaround time during the visa procedure.
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Documents Required
Checklist for Airport Transit
Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Click here
In addition to the above checklist please ensure the following
- Valid Travel Health Insurance required to be submitted even in case of transit cases
- Original Covering letter (for business cases) with 1 authorised signatory name and designation
- Name & Address of the Applicant must reflect in Bank statements
- Name observation passports not accepted
- If your Germany visa application is submitted by a representative or a travel agent, we request you to please ensure that the attached declaration is filled and signed by you, and the representative or travel agent submitting the application form submits a copy of their passport bio page.
Letter of Authorization
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Photo Specifications
Two recent passport size photos for each person included in the application.
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Processing Time
Schengen short stay visas can only be processed within 15 working days (Excluding day of submission at VFS).
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Download Form
Click here for User guide to fill the online Schengen Visa Application Form Click here to fill the online Schengen visa application form.
Click here to fill the alternate Schengen Visa Application form - Schengen Visa Application Form
Declaration on Travel Health Insurance Declaration on True & Complete information Annexure – A
To Download a Form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
Medical Treatment
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Overview
In case of travel to multiple Schengen countries, please make your application to the embassy or the consulate where you will be staying for the maximum number of days, or from the point of first entry into the Schengen countries, if the duration of stay is the same in more than one Schengen country.
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Visa Fees
The New Visa Fees is effective from 27th Dec 2022 for all cities.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term – Schengen Visas (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit €80 €80 (Above 12 Years). €40 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age INR 7,100 INR 7,100 (Above 12 Years). INR 3,600 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age
VFS service fee – INR 1,674/-
Value Added Services (optional):
Courier Service – INR 525/-
Courier Assurance Service – INR 870/-
SMS Service – INR 112/-
Premium Lounge – INR 2363/-
Internet Kiosk – INR 175/-
Mobile biometrics (1-10 applicants) – INR 11,784/-
Mobile biometrics (11-20 applicants) – INR 11,194/-
Mobile biometrics (21-30 applicants) – INR 9,453/-
Mobile biometrics (Over 30 applicants) – INR 8,416/-
Photocopy - INR 5/-
Photograph - INR 23/-
(All above fees mentioned are inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%)
Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa fee, VFS service charge and value-added service fee are applicable per customer.
- Visa Fees, service charge and value-added service fees, once paid are non - refundable.
- The use of Optional Services will not affect the decision or turnaround time during the visa procedure.
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Documents Required
Checklist for Medical Treatment
Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Click here
In addition to the above checklist please ensure the following
- Valid Travel Health Insurance required to be submitted even in case of transit cases
- Original Covering letter (for business cases) with 1 authorised signatory name and designation
- Name & Address of the Applicant must reflect in Bank statements
- Name observation passports not accepted
- If your Germany visa application is submitted by a representative or a travel agent, we request you to please ensure that the attached declaration is filled and signed by you, and the representative or travel agent submitting the application form submits a copy of their passport bio page.
Letter of Authorization
-
Photo Specifications
Two recent passport size photos for each person included in the application.
-
Processing Time
Schengen short stay visas can only be processed within 15 working days (Excluding day of submission at VFS).
-
Download Form
Click here for User guide to fill the online Schengen Visa Application Form Click here to fill the online Schengen visa application form.
Click here to fill the alternate Schengen Visa Application form - Schengen Visa Application Form
Declaration on Travel Health Insurance Declaration on True & Complete information Annexure – A
To Download a Form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
Cultural/Film Crew/Sports/Religious Event
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Overview
This Visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for Cultural / Film Crew / Sports / Religious Event purpose.
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Visa Fees
The New Visa Fees is effective from 27th Dec 2022 for all cities.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term – Schengen Visas (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit €80 €80 (Above 12 Years). €40 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age INR 7,100 INR 7,100 (Above 12 Years). INR 3,600 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age
VFS service fee – INR 1,674/-
Value Added Services (optional):
Courier Service – INR 525/-
Courier Assurance Service – INR 870/-
SMS Service – INR 112/-
Premium Lounge – INR 2363/-
Internet Kiosk – INR 175/-
Mobile biometrics (1-10 applicants) – INR 11,784/-
Mobile biometrics (11-20 applicants) – INR 11,194/-
Mobile biometrics (21-30 applicants) – INR 9,453/-
Mobile biometrics (Over 30 applicants) – INR 8,416/-
Photocopy - INR 5/-
Photograph - INR 23/-
(All above fees mentioned are inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%)
Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa fee, VFS service charge and value-added service fee are applicable per customer.
- Visa Fees, service charge and value-added service fees, once paid are non - refundable.
- The use of Optional Services will not affect the decision or turnaround time during the visa procedure.
-
Documents Required
Checklist for Cultural/Sport/Religeous Visa
Travel medical insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Click here
In addition to the above checklist please ensure the following
- Valid Travel Health Insurance required to be submitted even in case of transit cases
- Original Covering letter (for business cases) with 1 authorised signatory name and designation
- Name & Address of the Applicant must reflect in Bank statements
- Name observation passports not accepted
- If your Germany visa application is submitted by a representative or a travel agent, we request you to please ensure that the attached declaration is filled and signed by you, and the representative or travel agent submitting the application form submits a copy of their passport bio page.
Letter of Authorization
-
Photo Specifications
Two recent passport size photos for each person included in the application.
-
Processing Time
Schengen short stay visas can only be processed within 15 working days (Excluding day of submission at VFS).
-
Download Form
Click here for User guide to fill the online Schengen Visa Application Form Click here to fill the online Schengen visa application form.
Click here to fill the alternate Schengen Visa Application form - Schengen Visa Application Form
Declaration on Travel Health Insurance Declaration on True & Complete information Annexure – A
To Download a Form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
Vaccine Certificate Information
Guidelines for acceptable Vaccine certificates for a Germany Visa in Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Bangalore and Kolkata
- It has to be a full vaccination against Covid:
- 2 doses x BioNTech (Pfizer)
- 2 doses x Moderna
- 2 doses x AstraZeneca (Covishield)
- 1 dose x Covid-19 Vaccine Janssen
- 1 dose x AstraZeneca + 1 dose x BioNTech
- 1 dose x AstraZeneca + 1 dose x Moderna
- Or Person has had Covid and only got 1 shot of vaccine – pls ask for positive PCR Test
AND 14 days have passed after the second dose
- The following data has to be found on the vaccination certificate:
- Name, Surname + Date of birth OR Passport No.
- date of vaccination, no. of vaccinations,
- Name of vaccination,
- Name of illness (Covid)
- Official symbol or name of certificate provider must be shown as issuer on certificate
- Vaccine Certificates with Aadhar Card numbers are not acceptable for as part visa application
- Persons who have not yet reached the age of twelve and have not yet been vaccinated may enter Germany with proof of testing (PCR test or antigen test) accompanied by at least one fully vaccinated parent. Persons who have not yet reached the age of six do not require proof of testing.
- Language: German, English, French, Italian, Spanish
- Printout is acceptable, however photo of certificate cannot be accepted
- Declration click here must be filled and submitted along with the Vaccine
- All customers over the age of twelve years must follow the vaccine requirements stated above for their Germany visa process.