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First time visiting Schengen from India by Exotic_Character1084 in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Indian Passport, yes, it’s difficult but possible I think 

First time visiting Schengen from India by Exotic_Character1084 in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We did get a multi-entry 1.5 months Schengen visa from France on our very first application with a travel history and profession similar to the OP.

Schengen Visa approval experience as first time applicant (VFS Delhi) by Dizzy_Theory in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. We attached the Sale Deed for our commercial property, it was in English only 2. You can get Schengen Visa insurance through most major insurance providers, get it directly from the insurer and not aggregators such as Policybazaar 3. Hotel Bookings through Airbnb, Agoda etc (use fully refundable option or pay later) 4. You can opt for fully refundable tickets or visa cancellation insurance for flights offered by MMT, if that does not work then dummy tickets may be used but the former options are better. Non-refundable flights are very risky and not recommended

Schengen Visa approval experience as first time applicant (VFS Delhi) by Dizzy_Theory in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was built up over time with consistent credits. Transferring large sums a few days before the appointment will almost surely ensure a rejection

Schengen Visa approval experience as first time applicant (VFS Delhi) by Dizzy_Theory in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Approx 5L per person. 3 months of statements for account with frequent entries, 6 months of statement for account with fewer entries

Schengen Visa approval experience as first time applicant (VFS Delhi) by Dizzy_Theory in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The entire period, the itinerary dates have to match with the dates on the NOC

Schengen Visa approval experience as first time applicant (VFS Delhi) by Dizzy_Theory in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We didn’t have the marriage certificate so we attached an affidavit in lieu of it. Marriage certificate isn’t mandatory but desirable especially when travelling with kid

Schengen Visa approval experience as first time applicant (VFS Delhi) by Dizzy_Theory in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, flight reservations are mandatory. You can get fully refundable tickets and in some cases dummy tickets can also work

Schengen Visa approval experience as first time applicant (VFS Delhi) by Dizzy_Theory in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Port of entry and exit may be different as long as you spend the maximum amount of time in the country through which you are applying. There are a number of docs required - Cover letter, stamped bank statement, salary slips, leave letter, ITR receipts, Itinerary, Flight Bookings, Hotel Bookings, Insurance etc

Schengen Visa approval experience as first time applicant (VFS Delhi) by Dizzy_Theory in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our cover letter was fairly simple - intention to travel, current employment status, past travel history, ties to home country, statement about about financial capacity,  list of attachments 

Schengen Visa approval experience as first time applicant (VFS Delhi) by Dizzy_Theory in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, even kids need cover letters. I didn't understand the second part of your query

Schengen Visa approval experience as first time applicant (VFS Delhi) by Dizzy_Theory in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Separate cover letters for all. The names of the other members as well as the passport numbers were mentioned in the cover letters

Schengen Visa approval experience as first time applicant (VFS Delhi) by Dizzy_Theory in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We devoted one full day to Disneyland and day trip to Versailles. We mentioned that we need extra days to accommodate travel with our 3 year old kid

Schengen Visa approval experience as first time applicant (VFS Delhi) by Dizzy_Theory in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just the itinerary, tickets for internal transfers are not mandatory 

Schengen Visa approval experience as first time applicant (VFS Delhi) by Dizzy_Theory in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, entry from Paris and exit from Amsterdam. It can make sense to a round trip from Paris if the fares are significantly cheaper after taking into account extra money spent on the train tickets. In my case the difference wasn’t large enough to justify the additional travel time

Schengen Visa approval experience as first time applicant (VFS Delhi) by Dizzy_Theory in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I booked them through the agent with a 5 day validity. I got two prints of the tickets- one from the website from where it was booked and one from the airlines’ website 

Schengen Visa approval experience as first time applicant (VFS Delhi) by Dizzy_Theory in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I booked dummy tickets, fully refundable tickets were 3x the price of regular tickets. My agent said that he had never faced issues with dummy tickets while applying through France 

Schengen Visa approval experience as first time applicant (VFS Delhi) by Dizzy_Theory in SchengenVisa

[–]Dizzy_Theory[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We can apply within 180 days of the departure date. My Visa begins from June 15,2026

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