How Indian passport holders get a visa for Finland: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) visa — apply via VFS Global in India
- Government fee: €90 short-stay visa fee. Children 6–12: €45; under 6: free. VFS service charge extra (~₹2,000–2,400). Travel medical insurance mandatory.
- Processing time: Officially 15 working days. Realistically 3–5 weeks at Indian VFS centres; up to 8 weeks in May–August aurora and summer peak.
- Maximum stay: Up to 90 days in any 180-day period within the entire Schengen area
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 42/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid 3+ months beyond intended exit, 2 blank pages, issued within the last 10 years
- Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
- Two biometric photos (35×45 mm, white background, ICAO-standard)
- Cover letter with itinerary and purpose
- Confirmed round-trip flight booking
- Hotel bookings for every night / detailed day-by-day itinerary
- Bank statements for last 3 months
- ITR for last 2 years
- Travel medical insurance valid across Schengen, minimum €30,000 cover
- Employment proof / leave letter; for self-employed: GST or company registration
How & where to apply
Apply through the Embassy of Finland in New Delhi via VFS Global India. VFS Finland centres are in New Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Mumbai. Biometrics are mandatory in person (children under 12 are exempt). VFS Global — Finland visa India (official partner)
Transit & connections
An ordinary Schengen visa lets you transit any Schengen airport landside.
Good to know
Finland approval rates for Indians are generally healthy; sloppy itineraries or weak ties to India are the main reasons applications are rejected. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://finlandabroad.fi/web/ind/where-and-how-to-apply-for-a-visa-
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Finland?
Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) visa — apply via VFS Global in India. Finland approval rates for Indians are generally healthy; sloppy itineraries or weak ties to India are the main reasons applications are rejected.
What documents do Indians need for a Finland visa?
Passport valid 3+ months beyond intended exit, 2 blank pages, issued within the last 10 years; Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two biometric photos (35×45 mm, white background, ICAO-standard); Cover letter with itinerary and purpose; Confirmed round-trip flight booking; Hotel bookings for every night / detailed day-by-day itinerary; Bank statements for last 3 months; ITR for last 2 years; Travel medical insurance valid across Schengen, minimum €30,000 cover; Employment proof / leave letter; for self-employed: GST or company registration
How long does a Finland visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: Officially 15 working days. Realistically 3–5 weeks at Indian VFS centres; up to 8 weeks in May–August aurora and summer peak.. Government fee: €90 short-stay visa fee. Children 6–12: €45; under 6: free. VFS service charge extra (~₹2,000–2,400). Travel medical insurance mandatory.. Maximum stay: Up to 90 days in any 180-day period within the entire Schengen area.
How do Indians apply for a Finland visa?
Apply through the Embassy of Finland in New Delhi via VFS Global India. VFS Finland centres are in New Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Mumbai. Biometrics are mandatory in person (children under 12 are exempt). Official source: https://finlandabroad.fi/web/ind/where-and-how-to-apply-for-a-visa-