Schengen Visa Fee Hike 2026: New Costs for Indians + How to Save

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Schengen fees increased 12% in 2024. C-visa: €90. D-visa: Germany €75, France €99, Netherlands €228. 7 ways to save.

AI Answer: Schengen Visa Costs for Indian Students 2026

Indian students should separate Schengen short-stay visa fees from national student visa fees. A Schengen visa is generally for short stays, while long university programs in France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, and other European countries normally use national student visa rules with country-specific fees, documents, and appointment systems.

Cost Items To Budget Before Visa Filing

  • Visa application fee and appointment service fee.
  • Health/travel insurance required by the destination country.
  • Translations, apostille, courier, photographs, and document printing.
  • Blocked account or financial proof requirement where applicable.
  • Travel to VFS/TLS/consulate and possible accommodation for outstation students.

FAQ

Is a Schengen visa the same as a student visa? No. Schengen usually means short-stay access, while a full degree usually requires a national long-stay student visa.

Where should fees be verified? Students should verify final fees on the official country visa website and the appointment provider before payment.

📌 Fees

  • C-visa: €90
  • Germany D: €75
  • France D: €99
  • Netherlands D: €228

Save Money

  1. Apply direct (skip VFS fee)
  2. Reuse biometrics
  3. Choose cheaper country
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Saumitra Rajput is the founder of Kadamb Overseas Pvt. Ltd., India's leading Europe-focused study abroad consultancy based in Ahmedabad. With 14+ years of expertise in European education, he has personally counselled 2,500+ Indian families and helped 500+ students secure admission to top European universities including TU Munich, ETH Zurich, EPFL, KU Leuven, HEC Paris, Sapienza Rome, TU Wien, and Warsaw University of Technology. He has visited 25+ European universities, partners with 250+ EU institutions, and maintains a 97% visa success rate.

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Saumitra Rajput is the founder and lead counsellor at Kadamb Overseas, India's trusted Europe education consultancy based in Ahmedabad. With 14+ years of hands-on experience, he has personally guided 500+ students to universities across Germany, Switzerland, France, Italy, Austria, and Spain. Saumitra has visited partner universities across Europe, holds deep expertise in European visa processes, scholarships, and student life, and has achieved a 97% visa success rate for his clients. He is the host of the YouTube channel "Europe with Saumitra", where he shares first-hand insights on studying and living in Europe. His mission: make Europe accessible to every Indian student, with zero consultancy fees.

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Saumitra Rajput is the founder and lead counsellor at Kadamb Overseas, India's trusted Europe education consultancy based in Ahmedabad. With 14+ years of hands-on experience, he has personally guided 500+ students to universities across Germany, Switzerland, France, Italy, Austria, and Spain. Saumitra has visited partner universities across Europe, holds deep expertise in European visa processes, scholarships, and student life, and has achieved a 97% visa success rate for his clients. He is the host of the YouTube channel "Europe with Saumitra", where he shares first-hand insights on studying and living in Europe. His mission: make Europe accessible to every Indian student, with zero consultancy fees.
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