The Schengen Visa Guide for Indian Travellers
Chirag · VayuGo Traveller · South Africa 10 March 2026 9 min readDocuments, timelines and the mistakes that get applications rejected — your Europe visa, demystified.
A single Schengen visa lets you travel across most of Western Europe — but the application intimidates many first-time travellers. It doesn't need to. Here's how it works.
When to apply
You can apply up to six months before travel and should aim to submit 6–8 weeks ahead. Appointments fill quickly in peak season, so start early.
The core documents
A valid passport, confirmed flights and hotels, travel insurance (min €30,000 cover), bank statements, ITR, a cover letter and your itinerary. Which country's consulate you apply to depends on where you'll spend the most nights.
Why we handle it for you
Most rejections come from inconsistent itineraries, weak financials or missing cover. We assemble the full file, write the cover letter and book your appointment — which is why our approval rate is so high.
Chirag
VayuGo Traveller · South Africa at VayuGo
