Finland Visa Fees for Indians in 2026 (INR, VFS Charges Included)

These amounts are taken from VFS Global, the official partner of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland in India, as published on the official sources, checked on 2026-10-15. The Embassy of Finland in New Delhi decides the applications.

How much is the Finland visa fee in rupees?

The visa fee is paid at the Visa Application Centre on the day of your appointment, by card, UPI or cash. VFS publishes a single Schengen visa fee for applicants aged 12 and over, so a business traveller, a tourist and a seasonal worker pay the same amount.

For a family, work it out per person. A couple travelling with children aged 9 and 4 pays EUR 90 for each parent, EUR 45 for the 9-year-old and no visa fee for the 4-year-old. On top of that comes the VFS service fee for each appointment booked, because every family member needs their own slot.

In practice you pay in two stages: the service fee online when you book, and the visa fee in rupees at the centre when you submit. Keep both receipts with your file; the original VAC receipt is also what you show when you collect the passport.

What is the VFS service fee, and when is it charged?

The service fee is VFS Global's own charge for handling your application. Its India fees page lists it as EUR 20 / INR 2215, inclusive of tax, paid online by credit or debit card when you book the appointment. Paying it is what confirms your slot.

The individual centre pages for New Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Mumbai list the service fee as INR 2217, payable by cash, UPI or card. The two-rupee gap does not change your budget; pay what the booking screen or the counter shows.

The service fee applies even when the visa fee is waived. VFS states this for fee-exempt applicants and for study trips.

Why do Finland fee figures differ between websites?

Because the euro is the real fee and the rupee figure is a conversion. VFS states that the INR amount depends on the current exchange rate and can change without notice.

That is why you will still find older numbers online. VFS's own Finland India one-pager shows EUR 90 / INR 9700 and a service fee of INR 2151. Those are older figures; the October 2026 VFS fees page shows INR 10000 and INR 2215. Pages from other websites that still quote the old amounts are out of date. Always check the VFS Finland India page shortly before your appointment.

Who does not pay the Finland visa fee?

VFS lists these groups as visa-fee exempt. Each still pays the service fee, and some exemptions are evaluated case by case:

• Applicants covered by Directive 2004/38/EC (family members of EU/EEA/Swiss citizens), who may also get a free and accelerated procedure under certain conditions
• Family members of Finnish citizens
• Holders of diplomatic or official passports
• Students, pupils and teachers on study trips, researchers, and representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 or less

If you think you qualify, bring the proof of the family tie or purpose with your application; the exemption is decided on what you show.

Do you get the money back if the visa is refused?

No. VFS marks the visa fee as non-refundable. A refusal decision states the reasons and how to appeal, but it does not return the fee, and a fresh application means paying again.

For context, European Commission statistics show that 13.9% of Schengen visa applications lodged at Finnish consulates in India were not issued in 2025 (2,450 of 17,564), down from 20.0% in 2024 (3,483 of 17,762). These figures describe past outcomes across all applicants in India, not your personal odds. The best way to protect your fee is a complete file that matches the checklist for your purpose of travel.

What other costs belong in a Finland visa budget?

• Travel medical insurance: mandatory for every applicant, including children, with coverage of at least 30,000 euros, valid across the Schengen area for the whole stay. Premiums vary by insurer and age.
• Photographs: one recent colour photo on a light background. If yours fails the ICAO rules, VFS asks you to take new photos in the centre's booth.
• Travel bookings: round-trip flight reservations and proof of accommodation for the whole stay are on every checklist.
• Courier return: optional, chosen at submission instead of collecting the passport yourself.

Residence permits for study or work are a separate system run by the Finnish Immigration Service through Enter Finland. We have not verified their 2026 fees, so check them on the official Enter Finland or Migri pages rather than relying on third-party figures. Our Finland visa page for Indians covers documents, appointments and timelines.

Yatra For Fun's India office in Gurugram prepares flight reservations, hotel bookings, travel itineraries and cover letters for visa files, with packages from INR 1,000 (flight reservation) to INR 3,000 (reservation, hotel, itinerary and cover letter). WhatsApp +91 95230 91018 or visit our contact page. You can also book a flight reservation on its own.

Frequently asked questions

Can I pay the Finland visa fee in cash at VFS?

Yes. VFS India accepts the visa fee at the centre on the day of the appointment by card, UPI or cash. The service fee is normally paid online by card at booking, although centre pages also list cash and UPI.

Is the Finland business visa fee different from the tourist fee?

No. VFS India publishes one Schengen visa fee for applicants aged 12 and above, EUR 90 / INR 10000, whatever the purpose. Business cases are processed in 15 working days for individuals and 20 for groups.

Do children under 6 need to attend the Finland appointment?

Yes. Children aged 0 to 5 pay no visa fee, but VFS states that all applicants, including children of all ages, must visit the centre in person by appointment.

How long after paying will I get a decision?

Up to 15 working days for individuals and up to 20 working days for groups of more than 15. In high season or individual cases the Embassy can extend this to 30 days, excluding weekends and Finnish and Indian public holidays.