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Finland visa for Indian citizens

Applies via: VFS GlobalSchengen short-stay visaSources checked on

Indian citizens apply for a Finland visa through VFS Global. The published fee for Schengen visa (age 12 years and above) is EUR 90 / 10000/- INR. Processing time (Individuals): Up to 15 working days. Application locations listed include New Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kolkata (1 more listed below). Sources checked on October 10, 2026.

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Finland visa for Indians — key facts

Visa fee
EUR 90 / 10000/- INRSchengen visa (age 12 years and above)
Processing time
Up to 15 working daysIndividuals
Where to apply
6 locations listedNew Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai…
Insurance required
Yes

Overview

How do Indian citizens apply for a Finland visa?

Applies via: VFS Global

Who handles applications in India

VFS Global is the official partner of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland in India; its Visa Application Centres accept short-stay Schengen visa applications only (not exceeding 90 days in any 180-day period) from legal residents of India. All applicants, including children of all ages, must visit the centre in person, by appointment (VFS also announced limited walk-in submissions on Tuesday and Friday, 08:30-10:30, max 10 per centre). Applicants complete the online application on the Ministry's finlandvisa.fi portal and print the purpose-specific checklist; applications cannot be submitted earlier than six months before the journey (nine months for seafarers).

How to apply from India — step by step

  1. 1

    Complete the application form

    Fill in the Finland visa application form linked from the official pages below.

  2. 2

    Prepare your documents

    Gather the documents listed in the "Documents required" section — the common list plus the checklist for your visa category.

  3. 3

    Book an appointment

    Book an appointment with VFS Global (see the official links below).

  4. 4

    Submit your application

    Submit at a VFS Global centre or other listed location: New Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Mumbai.

  5. 5

    Pay the fees

    Pay the visa fee shown in the "Visa fees" section, plus the service fee.

Steps follow the official pages in the Sources section; always follow the latest instructions there.

Before you apply

Visa fees

How much is the Finland visa fee for Indian citizens?

  • Schengen visa (age 12 years and above)

    EUR 90 / 10000/- INR

    INR amount depends on current exchange rate. Paid by card/UPI or cash at the VAC on the day of appointment. Non-refundable.

  • Children, ages 6–11

    EUR 45 / 5000/- INR

    Unless otherwise stated in a Visa Facilitation Agreement

  • Children, 0 to 5 years old

    EUR 0

  • Fee-exempt applicants

    Visa fee exempt (service fee still payable)

    Applicants under Directive 2004/38/EC; family members of Finnish citizens; diplomatic/official passport holders; students/pupils/teachers on study trips, researchers and non-profit representatives aged 25 or less – evaluated case by case

Service fee: VFS Service fee EUR 20 / INR 2215 (inclusive of tax)

Checklist

What documents are required for a Finland visa from India?

All applicants

11 items
  • Schengen visa application form duly completed, dated and signed, with a photograph (ICAO photo guidelines)
  • Travel document valid at least three months after the planned journey, issued within the previous 10 years, with at least two blank pages
  • Other valid travel documents and/or previous travel documents with Schengen visas issued within the last 59 months
  • Travel medical insurance valid for the whole Schengen area, minimum coverage EUR 30 000
  • Proof of itinerary: travel plan covering all destinations; round-trip flight reservations
  • Proof of accommodation for the whole stay in the Schengen area
  • Proof of employment/studies on official letterhead (stamped, dated; stating position, salary, years of employment and approval of absence with exact leave dates); if self-employed, company GST registration
  • Proof of financial means: cover letter and previous 3 months bank statement; ITR (Indian Tax Return Verification Form) for past two years; salary slips for last 3 months
  • Students: proof of enrolment; pensioners: proof of pension or other financial support
  • Minors: notarised birth certificate/custody decision, passport and ID copies of custodian(s), notarised permission to travel if not travelling with guardian(s)
  • Supporting documents in English, Finnish or Swedish; originals presented at the VAC plus copies submitted

Tourism

2 items
  • Free-form cover letter from the applicant
  • For unemployment: proof of income, if any (married: spouse's employment certificate, income document and marriage certificate)

Business

3 items
  • Copy of first and last page of passport and stamped pages
  • Invitation from the company in Finland on official letterhead, stamped and dated, with contact details and countersigning officer, stating applicant's name, travel dates and reason
  • Employment letter (if fully supported by employer, this must be stated)

Private Visit (Family and Friends)

3 items
  • Signed invitation letter by the inviter, max. 3 months old, with purpose, duration, relationship, contact details, copy of inviter's passport and residence permit, and who covers the costs
  • Notarised proof of family ties (birth or marriage certificates)
  • If necessary, proof of sponsorship with attachments

Seamen

3 items
  • Employment letter or contract with shipping company
  • Invitation/cover letter from the shipping company in Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Norway and/or Sweden
  • Seaman's book / Continuous Discharge Certificate

Culture, sports and study

3 items
  • Certificate of admission or registration at an educational establishment, or cover letter from inviting company
  • Official invitation letter from the receiving organisation (programme, expenses and covering entity, accommodation)
  • Dispatch letter from the sending organisation on official paper

Family member of a Finnish citizen

2 items
  • Proof of family tie: notarised marriage/birth certificate or custody decision; extract from the Finnish population register DVV as applicable
  • Signed invitation letter (max. 3 months old) and copy of inviter's Finnish passport bio page

Family Members of EU/EEA/CH citizens (Directive 2004/38/EC)

3 items
  • Proof of the EU/EEA/Swiss citizen's nationality (e.g. passport copy)
  • Proof of travelling together with or joining the EU/EEA/CH family member
  • Proof of family tie (marriage/birth certificate or custody decision)

Seasonal work

4 items
  • Work contract or binding job offer for seasonal work from employer in Finland
  • Employer's assurance form with attachments
  • Written rental contract or similar for accommodation within the work contract period
  • Bank statements for at least three preceding months; ITR acknowledgement for last two assessment years

Photo

What are the Finland visa photo specifications?

Size
Not published
Background
Light (white or off-white) background
  • One recent colour photograph, not more than 6 months old
  • Clear quality, face in focus
  • Full face, non-smiling, no sunglasses, no hat/cap or head covering unless for religious belief or ethnic background
  • Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print)
  • Stick the photograph on the visa application form
  • ICAO Annex A photograph guidelines apply (finlandvisa.fi checklists)

Insurance

Is travel medical insurance required for a Finland visa?

Required

Each applicant (including children) must have travel medical insurance covering the entire stay, valid for the whole Schengen area or worldwide (no area restrictions), coverage not less than 30.000 euros, covering sudden illness/accident, medical repatriation and repatriation in case of death. May be bought from any European insurer or from the common list of recognised Travel Medical Insurance companies in India. Multiple-entry applicants may provide a policy covering at least the first trip.

Processing

How long does Finland visa processing take?

Individuals
Up to 15 working days
Groups of more than 15 people
Up to 20 working days
Business cases
15 working days for individuals, 20 working days for groups and in certain cases 30 working days
High season / individual cases
Embassy can extend processing time to 30 days if needed (excludes weekends and Finnish/Indian public holidays)

Visa types

Which Finland visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Schengen Visas (VFS)

  • Schengen Visas (short stay, max 90 days in 180 days)

Checklists by main purpose of travel (finlandvisa.fi, India)

  • Tourism
  • Business
  • Private Visit (Family and Friends)
  • Seamen
  • Culture, sports and study
  • Family member of a Finnish citizen
  • Family Members of EU/EEA/CH citizens (applicants under the directive 2004/38/EC)
  • Seasonal work

Where to apply

Where do Indian citizens apply for a Finland visa?

  • New Delhi
  • Bengaluru
  • Chennai
  • Hyderabad
  • Kolkata
  • Mumbai

FAQ

Finland visa for Indians — frequently asked questions

Answers built only from the VFS Global and embassy pages listed in the Sources section.

How much is the Finland visa fee for Indian citizens?

Schengen visa (age 12 years and above): EUR 90 / 10000/- INR; Children, ages 6–11: EUR 45 / 5000/- INR; Children, 0 to 5 years old: EUR 0. 1 more fee rows are listed on this page. Service fee: VFS Service fee EUR 20 / INR 2215 (inclusive of tax).

What documents are required for a Finland visa from India?

Schengen visa application form duly completed, dated and signed, with a photograph (ICAO photo guidelines); Travel document valid at least three months after the planned journey, issued within the previous 10 years, with at least two blank pages; Other valid travel documents and/or previous travel documents with Schengen visas issued within the last 59 months; Travel medical insurance valid for the whole Schengen area, minimum coverage EUR 30 000; Proof of itinerary: travel plan covering all destinations; round-trip flight reservations; Proof of accommodation for the whole stay in the Schengen area. Plus 5 more items listed on this page. Category-specific checklists are listed for 8 visa categories.

How long does Finland visa processing take for Indians?

Individuals: Up to 15 working days; Groups of more than 15 people: Up to 20 working days; Business cases: 15 working days for individuals, 20 working days for groups and in certain cases 30 working days.

Where do Indian citizens apply for a Finland visa?

Applications go via VFS Global. Locations listed: New Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai.

What photo size is required for a Finland visa?

Background: Light (white or off-white) background.

Is travel medical insurance required for a Finland visa?

Yes. Each applicant (including children) must have travel medical insurance covering the entire stay, valid for the whole Schengen area or worldwide (no area restrictions), coverage not less than 30.000 euros, covering sudden illness/accident, medical repatriation and repatriation in case of death. May be bought from any European insurer or from the common list of recognised Travel Medical Insurance companies in India. Multiple-entry applicants may provide a policy covering at least the first trip.

Which Finland visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Schengen Visas (VFS) and Checklists by main purpose of travel (finlandvisa.fi, India). 9 visa types are listed on this page.

Sources

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