How much does a Schengen Visa cost from India?

Updated on: 31/08/2026

Planning a trip to Europe from India? The Schengen visa fee is one of the first practical questions you'll face - and knowing exactly what to expect helps you budget and prepare your application with confidence. Whether you're heading to France, Germany, Spain or any other Schengen country, the fee applies at the point of submission and is set at a standardised rate across all member states.

Indian passport holders must apply for a Schengen visa before travelling, and the visa fee is a mandatory part of that process. Fear not! This guide covers everything you need to know about the Schengen visa fee from India: who pays what, when, and how - so you can focus on planning your trip.

💳 Schengen visa fee from India: what to remember

Here is a quick overview of the key facts about the Schengen visa fee for Indian applicants.

  • The standard Schengen visa fee is €90 for adults (aged 12 and over).
  • Children aged 6 to 11 pay a reduced Schengen visa fee of €45.
  • Children under 6 years old are fully exempt from the visa fee.
  • The fee is uniform across all Schengen member states, regardless of which consulate you apply at.
  • Paying the visa fee does not guarantee that your Schengen visa will be granted.

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Do Indians need a Schengen Visa to enter Europe?

Indian passport holders need to apply for a Schengen Visa to enter any of the Schengen Area countries, and must pay the Schengen visa fee at the time of submitting their application.

How do I apply for an India Schengen Visa?

The Schengen visa fee and the visa type you need both depend on your purpose of travel, the length of your stay, and how often you plan to visit the Schengen Area.

The standard Schengen visa for trips lasting up to 90 days is a short-stay visa - the most common type applied for from India - and carries a fixed Schengen visa fee; longer stays require a work or study visa, which are subject to different fees. Multiple-entry visas are also available if you plan on traveling regularly to the Schengen Area.

You must apply for your India Schengen Visa no more than six months, and no fewer than 15 days, before your trip. It is advised you apply at least 6 to 8 weeks before you leave, however, to allow for any delays. Then you need to fill out your application, obtain all the documents you need for your India Schengen Visa, pay the Schengen visa fee, and attend an interview at a consulate, embassy, or visa application center.

How much is the Schengen visa fee for Indian applicants?

The Schengen visa fee is €90 for adults and applicants aged 12 and over, €45 for children aged 6 to 11, and free for children under 6 years old.

This rate is set at EU level and is uniform across all Schengen member states. Whether you submit your application at the French, German, Italian, Spanish or any other Schengen country consulate or visa application centre in India, the same Schengen visa fee applies.

Applicant profile Schengen visa fee
Adult (aged 12 and over) €90
Child (aged 6 to 11) €45
Child (under 6 years old) Free
Multiple-entry visa (renewal) €90

IMPORTANT! Paying the Schengen visa fee does not guarantee that your visa will be granted. In most cases, the fee is non-refundable if your application is refused - unlike travel insurance, which can offer a full refund in the event of a visa rejection (subject to providing official documentation of the refusal).

PRO-TIP: The Schengen visa fee is payable directly at the time of submitting your application file, either in euros or in local currency depending on the visa application centre. Check in advance which payment methods are accepted at your chosen centre to avoid any last-minute surprises.

The Schengen visa fee and the related topics below cover all you need to prepare your application from India, from processing times to destination-specific guidance.

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These frequently asked questions about the Schengen visa fee and application may also help:

What should I do if my visa gets refused?

If your Schengen visa is refused, you have the right to appeal the decision to the relevant authorities in the Schengen member state where you submitted your application.

What if the Schengen country you intend to visit has no embassy or consulate in India?

If the Schengen country you plan to visit has no embassy or consulate in India, it will be represented by another Schengen country's consulate - which is where you should submit your application.

Which consulate should I apply to if I am traveling to multiple countries?

If you are travelling to multiple Schengen countries, apply to the consulate of the country where you will spend the most time; if you are spending an equal number of days in two countries, apply to the consulate of the country you plan to enter first.

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