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Schengen Visa Fees from India: Complete Cost Guide for Indians
Find the current government visa fee first, then understand the other costs, documents and application steps that matter when applying for a short-stay Schengen visa from India.
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Adult Fee€90 · age 12+
Child Fee€45 · age 6–11
Below 6Generally €0
Stay RuleUp to 90 days in 180 days*
Important: The government visa fee is only one part of the application cost. Application-centre charges, insurance and optional/private services can be separate. Verify the current official fee before payment.
🔎 Schengen Visa Fees from India — Quick Answer
€90Standard short-stay Schengen government fee for applicants aged 12 years and above.
€45Applicable standard fee for children aged 6 to below 12.
Generally €0Children below 6 are generally exempt from the visa fee.
What this means: If you search “Schengen visa cost India”, the €90 figure is the standard adult government fee — not necessarily the total amount you will spend.
Official Sources
💶 Schengen Visa Fee from India
Adult / 12+€90
Government fee
Child / 6–11€45
Government fee
Child / below 6€0*
Generally exempt
💰 What Makes Up the Total Schengen Visa Cost?
Government Visa Fee€90 for the standard adult short-stay application.
Application-Centre FeeA separate service fee may apply where an external centre handles applications.
Travel InsuranceA separate cost and an important short-stay Schengen requirement.
Optional ServicesCourier, premium services and other selected services can add to the cost.
Document CostsPhotographs, printing, translation and other supporting-document expenses may apply.
Private AssistanceAny visa-assistance service fee is separate from government charges.
🇮🇳 Schengen Visa Fee in INR
Official Fee€90 for the standard adult application.
INR AmountDepends on the applicable local conversion/payment arrangement.
Search IntentCost India · Fee India · Price India · Fees in INR.
It is better not to publish a permanent INR conversion as the official fee because the applicable local collection arrangement and conversion can change.
📄 Documents Generally Required
PassportValid passport meeting applicable Schengen requirements.
ApplicationCompleted and signed application documentation.
Photo & BiometricsCompliant photo and fingerprints where required.
Travel PlanPurpose, itinerary and relevant travel evidence.
AccommodationHotel booking or appropriate accommodation evidence.
FinancesEvidence showing how the trip will be funded.
Employment / BusinessRelevant employment, leave or business evidence.
Travel InsuranceInsurance meeting the applicable Schengen requirements.
Checklist warning: There is no single substitute checklist for every applicant. Follow the current instructions of the country responsible for your application.
🧭 Application Process
01Identify the correct Schengen country.
02Check the current official checklist.
03Prepare consistent documents.
04Submit and provide biometrics where required.
05Wait for the consular decision.
⚠️ Common Mistakes Applicants Make
Using an old feeFees and centre charges can change.
Calling €90 the total costCentre, insurance and other costs can be separate.
Choosing the wrong countryMulti-country trips follow the applicable itinerary rules.
Inconsistent financesYour financial evidence should make sense with your travel plan and circumstances.
Weak travel purposeYour itinerary and supporting documents should tell the same story.
Assuming previous approval guarantees another visaEach application is assessed under the applicable rules and circumstances.
❓ Real Applicant Questions
How much is a Schengen visa from India?
The standard government fee for a short-stay Schengen application is €90 for applicants aged 12+, €45 for children aged 6–11, and generally no fee for children below 6.
What is the Schengen visa fee in Indian rupees?
The official fee is set in euros. The INR amount collected can depend on the applicable local conversion and payment arrangement.
Is the application-centre fee included in €90?
Not necessarily. Where an external application centre is involved, its service fee can be separate.
Is travel insurance included in the visa fee?
No. Travel insurance is a separate expense and must meet the applicable Schengen requirements.
Does paying the visa fee guarantee approval?
No. Payment covers the application fee; the relevant consulate or authority decides whether the visa is issued.
Can the Schengen visa fee change?
Yes. Verify the current official fee and application-centre charges before payment.
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