The 27 Schengen Countries

Austria | Belgium | Croatia | Czech Republic | Denmark | Estonia | Finland | France | Germany | Greece | Hungary | Iceland | Italy | Latvia | Liechtenstein | Lithuania | Luxembourg | Malta | Netherlands | Norway | Poland | Portugal | Slovakia | Slovenia | Spain | Sweden | Switzerland

(Note: UK, Ireland, Bulgaria, Romania, and Cyprus are NOT part of the Schengen zone and require separate visas)

Which Embassy Should You Apply To?

This is a question we get all the time. The rule is:

• If you’re visiting only one country → apply at that country’s embassy/VFS center
• If you’re visiting multiple countries → apply at the embassy of the country where you’ll spend the most nights
• If time spent is equal across countries → apply at the embassy of your first point of entry

This is important applying at the wrong embassy can get your application rejected on procedural grounds. We help you figure out the right embassy for your specific itinerary.

Schengen Visa Process  Step by Step

Step 1  Itinerary Planning We help you plan or review your European itinerary to determine which country’s embassy you should apply through.

Step 2  Document Checklist & Preparation We give you a complete, customized document checklist. We help you prepare your cover letter, travel itinerary, hotel bookings, and financial documents  all in the format consulates expect.

Step 3  Application Form (Schengen Visa Application Form) We help you fill the official Schengen visa application form correctly. Every field matters  inconsistencies can trigger rejection.

Step 4  VFS Appointment & Biometrics Most Schengen countries use VFS Global as their visa application center in India. We guide you on booking your appointment, what to bring, and what to expect on the day.

Step 5  Tracking & Decision Once submitted, the application is reviewed by the embassy. Processing typically takes 15 working days. We monitor the timeline and keep you updated.