Visa Guide
Indian passport holders travelling for tourism, including religious/pilgrimage travel, apply under the standard Schengen tourist visa category.
Applications are submitted through the Italian visa application centre (VFS Global in most Indian cities) with an in-person biometrics appointment.
| Passport Validity | Minimum 3 months validity beyond the intended departure date from the Schengen area, with at least 2 blank visa pages. |
| Photograph Specifications | 35mm x 45mm, white background, taken within the last 6 months, per official Schengen photo specifications. |
| Financial Requirements | Bank statements showing sufficient funds for the trip duration; a sponsor letter is required if someone else is funding the trip. |
| Visa Fee | Approximately €80 (visa fee) plus VFS service charges |
| Processing Time | 10–15 working days typically, though it can take longer during peak season |
| Validity | Typically issued for the duration of the trip; multi-entry options possible with travel history |
Mandatory — minimum €30,000 medical and repatriation cover is a Schengen visa requirement, not optional.
The Italian Embassy is located in New Delhi with consulates in Mumbai and Kolkata; visa applications are processed through VFS Global centres in most major Indian cities.
This page is for general information only. Schengen visa requirements are set by Italian and EU authorities and can change — confirm current details with the Italian Embassy or VFS Global before applying.