Visa Information
Visa Types
Short Term Visa
If you are planning a short visit to Germany, you may need to apply for a Schengen visa. Germany is one of the 26 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.
For information on the wait time for an appointment please click the link https://india.diplo.de/in-en/service/05-VisaEinreise/-/1987006
Long Term Visa
Important Information for Master, doctoral and post-doctorate Students, scholarship holders, Bachelor Students with TEST AS Certificates and certain highly skilled Professionals!
Certain applicants can now submit their application for a German National Visa directly at the Service Provider VFS Global, thus skipping the wait time for an interview appointment at the German Mission.
If you hail from the jurisdiction of the German Consulate General in Mumbai, and you
- want to pursue doctoral, post-doctorate or Master studies and have a binding, unconditional admission letter from a German University or
- have been awarded a full scholarship by an official German Institution for higher studies in a Master Programme in Germany or
- Students (including bachelor), presenting a TestAS-certificate with a result equal or higher to 100 points in the core test (“Kerntest”)
- have a binding contract for a highly qualified employment in Germany and a binding approval letter issued by the competent German labor Authorities -“ZAV-Zustimmung”- (only applicants from the Mumbai Consulate jurisdiction)
Please schedule an appointment via our Helpline for the submission of your visa application and submit it at the Visa Application Centre in Mumbai for those within the jurisdiction of the Consulate General of Germany, Mumbai.
Visa fees for a post-graduate, post-doctorate, Master Student or an Employment visa is INR 6000/- and the logistic charges are INR 1585/-The above New Visa and Logistic Fee is effective from – 27th September 2019 for applications under the Mumbai Consulate jurisdiction.
- Mode of payment at VFS:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
Note: Applications will nevertheless be processed at the German Mission itself. An interview at the Mission might still be necessary in case of further questions or unclear documentation.
VFS will neither be able to provide any information on the status of your application nor will VFS be able to provide a success forecast.
If you do not meet the above criteria, for example if you want to pursue Bachelor studies, or are applying for preparatory classes (also language classes) with the intent of entering a German University later, you have to submit your application directly at the competent German Mission. Please note that any applicant who does not meet the above mentioned criteria and schedules an appointment at one of the mentioned Application Centres will not be attended, losing valuable time and means.
For information on documents for a post-graduate, post-doctorate, or a Master Student we request you please click on the link https://india.diplo.de/in-en/vertretungen/gkmumbai
The applicant needs to apply for their Master student visa within 90 days from the enrolment date of the course. Applications submitted beyond 90 days may not be accepted by the consulate.
For student and employment applications only! Please click on this link for the application form for National Visa:https://videx-national.diplo.de
Important information for students wanting to pursue Bachelor studies in Germany
All Bachelor students who have passed the Test AS (Test für Ausländische Studierende):
Students who have completed the Test AS certification and have scored 100 or more (Kerntest score) can submit their visa application for a German National Visa directly at VFS Global, Mumbai. Kindly contact the helpline for your appointment. The Test AS certificate will be subject to verification by VFS at the time of appointment and submission of application.
Bachelor Student with aggregate score 90% in 12th Standard (CBSE or Regional Board):
Students from West India who wish to study Bachelor courses in Germany and have scored more than 90% aggregate in 12th Standard (CBSE or Regional Board) can now submit their application for a German National Visa directly at VFS Global, Mumbai. Kindly contact the helpline for your appointment. Mark sheet will be subject to verification by VFS at the time of appointment and submission of application.
Employment visa submission at VFS Global, Mumbai:
Applicants from West India who wish to travel to Germany for employment purpose under certain paragraphs only can now submit their visa applications via the VFS Global application centre in Mumbai.
It is mandatory to have a binding contract for a highly qualified employment in Germany and a binding approval letter issued by the competent German labour Authorities -“ZAV-Zustimmung”.
Kindly contact the helpline for your appointment. The -“ZAV-Zustimmung” will be subject to verification by VFS at the time of appointment and submission of application. The appointment for your visa submission at VFS Global will depend on the paragraph mentioned on the -“ZAV-Zustimmung”, our helpline will guide you for the same.
Long Term Appointment Scheduling
National Visa
Applicants can book an appointment for National Visa (Long Term) only through our Helpline number: 022-67866013 or writing an e-mail at Info.germanlongterm@vfshelpline.com
Applicants need to provide their personal email id and contact number at the time of their long stay appointment scheduling.
Applicants will have to appear for a personal interview directly at the German Consulate with all necessary documents. Please ensure that the appointment letter for the long stay interview bears the current valid passport details.
Important note: Applicants who are visiting the German Consulate for an interview should not carry a mobile phone or a bag as that is not allowed. Please only carry your required documents in hand when you are visiting the German Consulate.
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.
For information on the wait time for an appointment please click the link https://india.diplo.de/in-en/service/05-VisaEinreise/-/1987006
Please note that all visa appointments are handled by VFS ONLY and at NO COST! We request you to not fall prey to the tactics of any person or agency claiming that they can organise a visa interview slot for you with the German Consulate Mumbai. THEY CAN'T!
Also, please refrain from giving out personal details such as passport number, place and date of birth, parents' names, etc to any third party.
Please share this message with your colleagues and co-students so that all may be aware and more vigilant in important matters such as these. Thank you.
All applicants wanting to book a long stay appointment slot under Student category need to complete the Student Questionnaire and attach the same while writing a mail to the VFS helpline id for booking of their respective student category slot.
If an applicant is unable to be present at the Consulate for the said interview, he/she is requested to cancel/re-schedule his/her appointment at least 48 hours (two working days) prior to the scheduled date of appointment.
*National Visa include the following categories where the duration of stay in Germany is more than 90 days - Work Permit, Student, German Classes, Family Reunion, Au Pair, Specialty Cook, Medical Treatment, Guest Scientist and Visiting Scholars.
Upon receipt of the approval letter from the Consulate, applicants may submit their passport along with the approval letter for the visa issuance at VFS Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune and Goa Centre. A logistic fee of INR 943/- will be charged per passport for this service. The New Logistic Fee is effective from – 26th September 2019 for Pune, Ahmedabad and Goa and 27th September 2019 for Mumbai.
Applicants from jurisdiction which fall under The German Consulate General in Mumbai (residents of Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Daman and Diu) are restricted to book their appointment online, they need to apply for their appointment only through the Call Centre.
Applicants who book their appointment via other VFS websites stand cancelled as per discretion of The German Consulate General in Mumbai and VFS Mumbai.
Eu Regulation
EU-Regulation (Visa codex)
- Application can be submitted only three (3) months prior to the date of departure.
- 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 travelling 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 26th September 2019 for Pune, Ahmedabad and Goa and 27th September 2019 for Mumbai
The Visa Fee for the applicable visa type is listed in the table below. The fee mentioned is applicable per applicant.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit 60 60 (Above 12 Years). 35 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) INR 4700 INR 4700 (Above 12 Years). INR 2800 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) VFS Global Service charge:
Applicants applying in the jurisdiction of the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Mumbai shall be levied a service charge (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%as mentioned below:
- Logistic Fees – INR 1600/-
- Logistic Fees – INR 1444/- (For applicants who have already provided fingerprints within last 59 months)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa Fees, VFS Service charge and Value Added Service charges, once paid, are non - refundable. There is an optional courier facility available at INR 448 (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%per application
- Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
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Documents Required
Checklist For Business Visa Checklist for Training / Internship
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
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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 - 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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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 26th September 2019 for Pune, Ahmedabad and Goa and 27th September 2019 for Mumbai
The Visa Fee for the applicable visa type is listed in the table below. The fee mentioned is applicable per applicant.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit 60 60 (Above 12 Years). 35 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) INR 4700 INR 4700 (Above 12 Years). INR 2800 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) VFS Global Service charge:
Applicants applying in the jurisdiction of the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Mumbai shall be levied a service charge (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%as mentioned below:
- Logistic Fees – INR 1600/-
- Logistic Fees – INR 1444/- (For applicants who have already provided fingerprints within last 59 months)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa Fees, VFS Service charge and Value Added Service charges, once paid, are non - refundable. There is an optional courier facility available at INR 448 (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%per application
- Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
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Documents Required
Checklist for Tourist Visa Checklist for Visiting Family & Friends
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
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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).
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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
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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 26th September 2019 for Pune, Ahmedabad and Goa and 27th September 2019 for Mumbai
The Visa Fee for the applicable visa type is listed in the table below. The fee mentioned is applicable per applicant.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit 60 60 (Above 12 Years). 35 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) INR 4700 INR 4700 (Above 12 Years). INR 2800 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) VFS Global Service charge:
Applicants applying in the jurisdiction of the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Mumbai shall be levied a service charge (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%as mentioned below:
- Logistic Fees – INR 1600/-
- Logistic Fees – INR 1444/- (For applicants who have already provided fingerprints within last 59 months)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa Fees, VFS Service charge and Value Added Service charges, once paid, are non - refundable. There is an optional courier facility available at INR 448 (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%per application
- Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
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Documents Required
Checklist For Guest Scientists
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
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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
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- Click on the form link
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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 26th September 2019 for Pune, Ahmedabad and Goa and 27th September 2019 for Mumbai
The Visa Fee for the applicable visa type is listed in the table below. The fee mentioned is applicable per applicant.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit 60 60 (Above 12 Years). 35 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) INR 4700 INR 4700 (Above 12 Years). INR 2800 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) VFS Global Service charge:
Applicants applying in the jurisdiction of the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Mumbai shall be levied a service charge (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%as mentioned below:
- Logistic Fees – INR 1600/-
- Logistic Fees – INR 1444/- (For applicants who have already provided fingerprints within last 59 months)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa Fees, VFS Service charge and Value Added Service charges, once paid, are non - refundable. There is an optional courier facility available at INR 448 (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%per application
- Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
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Documents Required
Checklist for Nuclear Scientist 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
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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.
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- 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 26th September 2019 for Pune, Ahmedabad and Goa and 27th September 2019 for Mumbai
The Visa Fee for the applicable visa type is listed in the table below. The fee mentioned is applicable per applicant.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit 60 60 (Above 12 Years). 35 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) INR 4700 INR 4700 (Above 12 Years). INR 2800 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) VFS Global Service charge:
Applicants applying in the jurisdiction of the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Mumbai shall be levied a service charge (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%as mentioned below:
- Logistic Fees – INR 1600/-
- Logistic Fees – INR 1444/- (For applicants who have already provided fingerprints within last 59 months)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa Fees, VFS Service charge and Value Added Service charges, once paid, are non - refundable. There is an optional courier facility available at INR 448 (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%per application
- Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
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Documents Required
Checklist For Business Visa
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
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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
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- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
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- 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 26th September 2019 for Pune, Ahmedabad and Goa and 27th September 2019 for Mumbai
The Visa Fee for the applicable visa type is listed in the table below. The fee mentioned is applicable per applicant.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit 60 60 (Above 12 Years). 35 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) INR 4700 INR 4700 (Above 12 Years). INR 2800 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) VFS Global Service charge:
Applicants applying in the jurisdiction of the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Mumbai shall be levied a service charge (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%as mentioned below:
- Logistic Fees – INR 1600/-
- Logistic Fees – INR 1444/- (For applicants who have already provided fingerprints within last 59 months)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa Fees, VFS Service charge and Value Added Service charges, once paid, are non - refundable. There is an optional courier facility available at INR 448 (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%per application
- Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
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Documents Required
Checklist For Fair Exhibitor
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
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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).
-
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 01 July 2019 for Pune, Ahmedabad and Goa and 02 July 2019 for Mumbai
The Visa Fee for the applicable visa type is listed in the table below. The fee mentioned is applicable per applicant.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit 60 60 (Above 12 Years). 35 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) INR 4700 INR 4700 (Above 12 Years). INR 2800 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) VFS Global Service charge:
Applicants applying in the jurisdiction of the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Mumbai shall be levied a service charge (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%as mentioned below:
- Logistic Fees – INR 1600/-
- Logistic Fees – INR 1444/- (For applicants who have already provided fingerprints within last 59 months)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa Fees, VFS Service charge and Value Added Service charges, once paid, are non - refundable. There is an optional courier facility available at INR 448 (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%per application
- Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
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Documents Required
Checklist for Airport Transit
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.
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 01 July 2019 for Pune, Ahmedabad and Goa and 02 July 2019 for Mumbai
The Visa Fee for the applicable visa type is listed in the table below. The fee mentioned is applicable per applicant.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit 60 60 (Above 12 Years). 35 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) INR 4700 INR 4700 (Above 12 Years). INR 2800 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) VFS Global Service charge:
Applicants applying in the jurisdiction of the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Mumbai shall be levied a service charge (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%as mentioned below:
- Logistic Fees – INR 1600/-
- Logistic Fees – INR 1444/- (For applicants who have already provided fingerprints within last 59 months)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa Fees, VFS Service charge and Value Added Service charges, once paid, are non - refundable. There is an optional courier facility available at INR 448 (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%per application
- Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
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Documents Required
Checklist for Medical Treatment
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
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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.
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 26th September 2019 for Pune, Ahmedabad and Goa and 27th September 2019 for Mumbai
The Visa Fee for the applicable visa type is listed in the table below. The fee mentioned is applicable per applicant.
Visa Category Visa Fee in Euros (Adult) Visa Fee in Euros (Child) Visa Fee in INR (Adult) Visa Fee in INR (Child) Short Term (Including Tourism and Visit of Family and Friends) Business, Transit 60 60 (Above 12 Years). 35 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) INR 4700 INR 4700 (Above 12 Years). INR 2800 (For Children between 6-12 Years of age) (No visa fee is charged for children below 6 years of age) VFS Global Service charge:
Applicants applying in the jurisdiction of the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Mumbai shall be levied a service charge (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%as mentioned below:
- Logistic Fees – INR 1600/-
- Logistic Fees – INR 1444/- (For applicants who have already provided fingerprints within last 59 months)
Please Note:
- The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the exchange rate of the German Consulate General, Mumbai.
- Visa Fees, VFS Service charge and Value Added Service charges, once paid, are non - refundable. There is an optional courier facility available at INR 448 (Inclusive of CGST 9% and SGST 9%per application
- Mode of payment:
- Cash
- We also accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Rupay
- Demand Draft (in favour of VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd)
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Documents Required
Checklist for Cultural Visa
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.