Why apply for a Europe Tourist Visa?

  • Travel and stay in Europe for more than 90 days
  • Explore 27 European countries with a single Visa
  • Take part in short recreational courses meant for tourists
  • Attend short-term business meetings and events
  • Enjoy an extended vacation in Europe 

Tourists traveling to Europe or the Schengen countries from the UK do not need a visa for up to 90 days. However, you need a visa if you do not possess UK citizenship rights.

Benefits of the Europe Tourist Visa

  • Allows you to stay in Europe for more than 90 days.
  • Allows you to travel to any of the 27 Schengen countries, including Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.
  • No separate visas are required for different countries.
  • No identity checks are required while crossing the border of the member states.
  • Allows you to travel freely across the Schengen countries.

Eligibility criteria for Europe Tourist Visa

You are eligible for a Europe Tourist visa or a Schengen Visit Visa only if:

  • You belong to a country that needs a visa to visit Europe
  • You intend to stay for more than 90 days in Europe
  • You hold a valid passport issued at least ten years ago
  • You have a European Health Insurance Card (for British citizens only)
  • You have health insurance of minimum
  • You have a driving license (if you plan to drive on your own)

Required Documents for a Europe Tourist Visa

  • A valid passport with at least two blank pages for the visa to be affixed
  • Recent passport-sized photographs
  • A flight ticket to any of the European or Schengen countries
  • Travel insurance details
  • Travel itinerary details
  • Proof of hotel bookings
  • Financial details indicating that you have enough funds to support your trip.
  • A letter with all your details stating that you will return to your home country after your visit.

Steps to apply for a Europe Tourist Visa

  • Step 1: Identify the type of Europe Schengen Tourist Visa that suits the purpose of your visit.
  • Step 2: Find the nearest Visa Application Centre that deals with visa applications in your region and fix an appointment with them.
  • Step 3: Gather the required documents and appear for the visa interview.
  • Step 4: Pay the amount needed for your visa fees.
  • Step 5: Apply and keep a copy of it.

Cost of Europe Tourist Visa

The cost of a Europe Tourist Visa or Schengen Visit visa is detailed below:
 

Visa Category

Visa Fee in Euros

Schengen Visa (Adult)

80

Schengen Visa (Child between 06-12 years of age)

60

Process Time for Europe Tourist Visa

The Europe Tourist Visa processing time is 15 – 20 days after reaching the Consulate. An applicant may apply for a Europe Tourist Visa as early as six months before the day of the visit.

How can Y-Axis help you?

Trusted by thousands of people, Y-Axis is one of the world's leading visa and immigration consultancy. Our team of visa and immigration experts will provide end-to-end guidance to assure you of an easy and successful visa application. We are dedicated to guiding you with the following:

  • Gathering the required documents
  • Advising you on the financial details that need to be shown
  • Filling out the application forms
  • Reviewing your documents before submission

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which visa do I need to visit Germany?

For a short stay trip to Germany that is less than 90 days in duration, a Schengen short stay visa will be needed. This is also known as a Type C visa.

For staying in Germany beyond 90 days, you will require a German long-stay visa. This is also referred to as a Type D visa.

What are the types of short stay visas available for Germany?

Depending on your purpose of visit, you can select any of the following types available –

  • Germany Business Visa
  • Germany Medical Visa
  • Germany Tourist Visa
  • Germany Transit Visa
  • Germany Airport Transit Visa
  • Visa for Visiting Family or Friends in Germany
  • Visa for Official Visit in Germany
  • Germany Training/Internship Visa
  • Germany Trade Fair & Exhibitions Visa
  • Germany Visa for Cultural, Sports and Film Crews
What is the processing time for short-stay visit visa for Germany?

Most applications are processed within 2 weeks. In some cases, a longer time – up to 30 calendar days – might be required for processing.