Indian passport · Germany
Do Indian passport holders need a visa for Germany?
In brief
Yes. Indian passport holders need a visa for Germany, arranged before travel.
Germany visa fee for Indians: The Schengen visa fee at German missions in India is EUR 90 (INR 9,900) for adults and EUR 45 (INR 5,000) for children aged 6 to 12; children under 6 pay nothing. The fee is paid at the appointment and not refunded if the visa is refused. Official fee. Source: German Missions in India, checked .
Germany visa processing time for Indians: Processing takes on average 15 days after the application reaches the consulate; transport from the VFS centre can add up to 6 working days. Source: German Missions in India, checked .
LIST OF THIRD COUNTRIES WHOSE NATIONALS ARE REQUIRED TO BE IN POSSESSION OF A VISA WHEN CROSSING THE EXTERNAL BORDERS OF THE MEMBER STATES
European Union, Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 (EUR-Lex consolidated text of 30.12.2025)
Checked 6 Nov 2026Source: European Union, Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 (EUR-Lex consolidated text of 30.12.2025)Report a change
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ContentsIn brief
At a glance
| Access | Visa required |
|---|---|
| Stay | Not stated by the official source |
| Validity and entries | Not stated by the official source |
| Official fee | The Schengen visa fee at German missions in India is EUR 90 (INR 9,900) for adults and EUR 45 (INR 5,000) for children aged 6 to 12; children under 6 pay nothing. The fee is paid at the appointment and not refunded if the visa is refused.2 |
| Official processing | Processing takes on average 15 days after the application reaches the consulate; transport from the VFS centre can add up to 6 working days.3In the UAE processing can take up to 15 days, and you can apply up to 6 months before travel; fees are paid in dirhams.5 |
| Where to apply | Book an appointment with VFS Global; Schengen applications for Germany can be submitted at any VFS centre in India, whatever your place of residence.3 |
Do Indians need a visa for Germany?
The European Union, Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 (EUR-Lex consolidated text of 30.12.2025) lists India among the countries whose nationals need a visa before they travel.
“LIST OF THIRD COUNTRIES WHOSE NATIONALS ARE REQUIRED TO BE IN POSSESSION OF A VISA WHEN CROSSING THE EXTERNAL BORDERS OF THE MEMBER STATES”
Conditions and exceptions
Indian nationals living in India who have lawfully used two Schengen visas in the past three years get a two-year visa (C2), then may qualify for a five-year one; this is not automatic.
We will issue a C2 (two year visa) if you have 2 lawfully used Schengen visas within the past 3 years! After that applicants qualify for a C5 according to the regular cascade.
German Missions in India · checked
How to apply from India
Book an appointment with VFS Global; Schengen applications for Germany can be submitted at any VFS centre in India, whatever your place of residence.
German Missions in India · checked
How to apply from the UAE
Indian citizens who live in the UAE:
In the UAE, apply by appointment at the VFS Global Germany centre in Dubai (Dubai and Northern Emirates residents) or Abu Dhabi (Abu Dhabi and Al Ain residents); all applications are decided by the Consulate General in Dubai.
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Fee
The Schengen visa fee at German missions in India is EUR 90 (INR 9,900) for adults and EUR 45 (INR 5,000) for children aged 6 to 12; children under 6 pay nothing. The fee is paid at the appointment and not refunded if the visa is refused.
German Missions in India · checked
These are government fees as the official sources state them. Agencies add their own service fees; those are not visa fees, and we don't list them.
Processing time
Processing takes on average 15 days after the application reaches the consulate; transport from the VFS centre can add up to 6 working days.
German Missions in India · checkedIn the UAE processing can take up to 15 days, and you can apply up to 6 months before travel; fees are paid in dirhams.
German Missions in the United Arab Emirates · checked
Documents and entry checks
If you live in the UAE
We have not checked a separate rule for UAE residents for Germany.
If you need a visa, see How to apply from the UAE.
What changed
- Since 3 June 2026 Indian citizens no longer need an airport transit visa for a layover at a German airport. German Missions in India · checked
- Checked against the official sources on this page: the rule above still holds.
FAQ
Is Germany visa-free for Indians now?
No. Indians need a visa before they travel.
How much does a Germany visa cost in India?
The Schengen visa fee at German missions in India is EUR 90 (INR 9,900) for adults and EUR 45 (INR 5,000) for children aged 6 to 12; children under 6 pay nothing. The fee is paid at the appointment and not refunded if the visa is refused.
Can I get a Germany visa in 7 days?
Processing takes on average 15 days after the application reaches the consulate; transport from the VFS centre can add up to 6 working days. In the UAE processing can take up to 15 days, and you can apply up to 6 months before travel; fees are paid in dirhams.
Other trips on an Indian passport
Sources
Official sources only. Each was checked on the date shown.
- European Union, Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 (EUR-Lex consolidated text of 30.12.2025): entry rule
- German Missions in India (Federal Foreign Office): fees
- German Missions in India (Federal Foreign Office): processing time, how to apply, entry conditions and documents
- German Missions in India (Federal Foreign Office): changes
- German Missions in the United Arab Emirates (Federal Foreign Office): applying from the UAE and processing time