# Greece Tourist Visa for Indians: Requirements and Process

> How Indians apply for a Greece tourist visa in 2026: the GVCW centres that replaced VFS, the Embassy's document checklist, fees in INR, funds per day and timing.

_Published: 2026-10-21 · Reading time: 5 min · Words: 1106_

## TL;DR

Greece tourist visas for Indians are Schengen type C visas decided by the Embassy of Greece in New Delhi and lodged at one of 15 Global Visa Center World (GVCW) centres. The visa fee is EUR 90 (INR 9,810) plus a EUR 30 GVCW service fee, and decisions take up to 15 working days from receipt by the Embassy.

## Key takeaways

- VFS Global no longer handles Greek visas in India; GVCW is the Embassy's exclusive external service provider with 15 centres.
- Fee: EUR 90 (INR 9,810), paid in INR by cash or UPI, plus a EUR 30 GVCW service fee; children under 12 pay no visa fee.
- Insurance must cover at least EUR 30,000 and come from an Indian insurer approved by the Embassy.
- Greece's reference amount is EUR 50 per person per day, with a minimum of EUR 300 for stays of up to 5 days.
- Decisions take up to 15 working days from receipt by the Embassy, plus 5 to 8 days' delivery to New Delhi.

**According to the Embassy of Greece in New Delhi, Indians apply for a Greece tourist visa (Schengen type C) at a Global Visa Center World (GVCW) centre, not VFS: fill the form, book a free appointment, submit documents and biometrics, and pay EUR 90 (INR 9,810) plus a EUR 30 service fee. Decisions take up to 15 working days.**

## Article

This walkthrough follows the Embassy of Greece's 2026 Schengen checklist and the GVCW India website, as published on the official sources, checked on 2026-10-15. Indian passport holders need a visa for Greece and the rest of the Schengen area; there is no visa on arrival and no eVisa. For other Greek visa types, see our Greece visa hub for Indian citizens.

### Who handles Greece tourist visas in India now?
VFS Global no longer handles Greek visas in India. The Embassy of Greece links instead to Global Visa Center World (GVCW), which states that it is the exclusive external service provider of the Greek consular authorities in India. The Consular Office of the Embassy in New Delhi still takes every decision.

GVCW runs 15 Visa Application Centres: New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Chennai, Cochin, Goa, Gurgaon, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jalandhar, Kolkata, Mumbai, Puducherry and Pune. The New Delhi centre is at Shivaji Stadium Metro Station, Mezzanine Level, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, Connaught Place. GVCW asks you to book at the centre for your residence address.

### What documents does a Greece tourist visa need?
DocumentEmbassy requirementApplication formSchengen form, fully filled in and signedPhotosTwo recent colour photos, 3.5 cm x 4 cm, white background, not older than 6 monthsPassportValid 3 months beyond the visa's end date, at least two blank pages, issued within the last 10 years; copies of first and last pages and all visas; previous passport if anyTravel medical insuranceAll Schengen states, whole stay, minimum EUR 30,000, from an approved Indian insurerCover letterExplaining the visitFlightsReturn or round-trip flight reservation, plus intra-Schengen bookings if visiting several countriesAccommodationHotel or holiday rental booking, or the host's sponsorship or private accommodation proofTourism proofTravel-agency confirmation of an organised trip, or other proof of travel plansBank statementOriginal, last three months, stamped and signed by the bankIncome taxITR acknowledgements for the last two assessment years
#### Extra papers depending on your situation
- Salaried: pay slips for the last three months, employment contract and your employer's leave approval.
- Business owners and self-employed: certificate of company registration.
- Sponsored: the official sponsorship form and the sponsor's financial documents.
- Retired: pension statements for three months and proof of regular income from property or business.
- Married couples travelling together: spouse's name endorsed in both passports, or an MEA-apostilled marriage certificate or affidavit.
- Minors: notarised consent of the non-travelling parent or parents, parents' passport copies, and a school ID if a student.

### How much money should your bank statement show?
The European Commission's reference table, dated 8 June 2026, sets Greece's amount at EUR 50 per person per day (EUR 25 for minors), with a minimum of EUR 300 for a stay of up to 5 days. In India you demonstrate this through the bank statement, ITR acknowledgements and pay slips or other income proof listed above, not through a separate form. A ten-day trip for two adults therefore calls for a balance comfortably above the daily figure multiplied by days and travellers.

### How much does the Greece tourist visa cost?
ChargeAmountVisa fee (adult)EUR 90 / INR 9,810, cash or UPI at the centreVisa fee (children under 12)FreeGVCW service feeEUR 30 per application, paid in INR at the daily ECB rateCourier return of passport (optional)INR 700SMS updates (optional)INR 250Form-filling help (optional)INR 1,750Premium Lounge (optional)INR 2,500Saturday Prime Time submission (optional)INR 3,000Online appointment booking is free. The visa fee is not refunded if the visa is refused. GVCW does not publish a fixed INR figure for its EUR 30 service fee, and applicants at regional centres pay a service charge that includes two-way courier to New Delhi; check the amount on the GVCW tourism visa page before you go.

### When should you apply, and how long will it take?
The Embassy decides within up to 15 working days from receiving an admissible application, extendable up to 45 calendar days in individual cases. Files lodged outside New Delhi travel there first: delivery takes 5 days from New Delhi and 6 to 8 days from the rest of India. April to July is peak season. You can apply up to 6 months before the trip, and the Embassy is not responsible if you submit less than 15 days (plus delivery days) before travel.

Frequent travellers benefit from the EU cascade rules adopted on 18 April 2024: Indians living in India who obtained and lawfully used two Schengen visas within the previous three years can be issued a two-year multiple-entry visa, normally followed by a five-year visa if the passport allows.

### Mistakes that lead to Greek refusals
European Commission data shows a refusal rate of 33.2% for Schengen applications lodged at Greek consulates in India in 2025 (13,526 visas not issued; 41,009 applications lodged), up from 31.5% in 2024. That figure describes all applications that year, not your individual odds, but it is a reason to submit a careful file.

- Buying insurance from an insurer outside the Embassy's approved Indian list.
- Unstamped bank statement pages or missing ITR acknowledgements.
- An itinerary that does not match the hotel and flight reservations.
- Applying close to departure in the April to July peak.
- Assuming the visa guarantees entry; carry copies of your application documents, as border guards may ask for them.
Yatra For Fun's India office in Gurugram prepares verifiable flight reservations, hotel bookings, itineraries and cover letters for Greece visa files. Packages run from INR 1,000 (flight reservation) to INR 3,000 (reservation, hotel, itinerary and cover letter); WhatsApp +91 95230 91018 or reach us via the contact page.

### Frequently asked questions

#### Can I post my Greece visa application instead of visiting GVCW?
No. The form is completed online on the GVCW website, printed and lodged in person at a Visa Application Centre, where fingerprints and a photo are taken. Postal applications are not accepted.

#### Does GVCW accept walk-in Greece visa applications?
Yes, walk-ins are accepted, although GVCW strongly encourages a free online appointment. Walk-ins were suspended on 15, 16 and 19 October 2026 and resume on 21 October 2026.

#### How do I track my Greece visa application?
Track it on the GVCW website using the application ID printed on your payment receipt and your passport number. In New Delhi, passports are collected from 15:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday.

#### Will my passport be stamped when I enter Greece?
The EU Entry/Exit System became fully operational on 10 April 2026 and replaces passport stamping. It registers short-stay visitors' fingerprints, facial image and entry and exit at Schengen external borders.

## Steps

1. **Check you need a type C visa** — Use the Schengen short-stay visa for tourism of up to 90 days in any 180-day period; longer stays need a national D visa.
2. **Fill the application form** — Complete the Schengen form on the GVCW India website, print it and sign it.
3. **Gather the Embassy checklist** — Collect your passport, two 3.5 x 4 cm photos, EUR 30,000 insurance from an approved Indian insurer, flight and hotel reservations, cover letter, three months' stamped bank statement and two years' ITR acknowledgements.
4. **Book a free appointment** — Book online at the GVCW centre for your residence address and print the confirmation.
5. **Submit and pay at the centre** — Lodge the file in person, give fingerprints and a photo, and pay EUR 90 (INR 9,810) in cash or UPI plus the EUR 30 service fee.
6. **Track and collect** — Track with your application ID and passport number, then collect the passport with ID and the payment receipt.

## FAQ

### Can I post my Greece visa application instead of visiting GVCW?

No. The form is completed online on the GVCW website, printed and lodged in person at a Visa Application Centre, where fingerprints and a photo are taken. Postal applications are not accepted.

### Does GVCW accept walk-in Greece visa applications?

Yes, walk-ins are accepted, although GVCW strongly encourages a free online appointment. Walk-ins were suspended on 15, 16 and 19 October 2026 and resume on 21 October 2026.

### How do I track my Greece visa application?

Track it on the GVCW website using the application ID printed on your payment receipt and your passport number. In New Delhi, passports are collected from 15:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday.

### Will my passport be stamped when I enter Greece?

The EU Entry/Exit System became fully operational on 10 April 2026 and replaces passport stamping. It registers short-stay visitors' fingerprints, facial image and entry and exit at Schengen external borders.

## Sources

1. [Embassy of Greece New Delhi - Schengen visa document checklist 2026 (hosted by GVCW)](https://in-gr.gvcworld.eu/sites/default/files/paragraph/files/notice_from_the_embassy_of_greece_2026_1.pdf) — Embassy of Greece in New Delhi
2. [GVCW India (Greece's external service provider) - Visa info: Tourism (fees, service fee, photo, insurance)](https://in-gr.gvcworld.eu/en/visa-info-tourism) — Global Visa Center World
3. [Embassy of Greece - Processing time of applications for Schengen Visa](https://www.mfa.gr/missionsabroad/en/india-en/visas/processing-time-of-applications-for-schengen-visa.html) — Embassy of Greece in New Delhi
4. [European Commission - Schengen visa statistics by consulate (2025)](https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/document/download/56816949-e59f-442b-9091-5d03360bf860_en) — European Commission