Visa Information

Overview

Basic information:

This category is applicable to persons travelling t for:

• Business trips
• Private entrepreneurs travelling for business purposes
• Journalists

Visa Fees

The above mentioned Visa Fee can be paid in cash or card.

VFS Service charge:

For North and East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow) - Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 875/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

For South and West Jurisdictions, Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 936/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

Please Note:

• The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
• The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.
• For North & East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres) - There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 819/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• For South & West Jurisdictions- There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 802/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• Courier after submission - INR 819 (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres)
• Courier after submission - INR 802 (South & West Jurisdictions)

(Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team at vasinfo@vfshelpline.com and pay the required fees online.)

Please note : Emails wil be responded to Monday through Friday during business hours and the payment link will remain valid for 24 hours for payment initiation.

The Schengen visa fee is waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

1. children under six years;
2. school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
3. researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
4. representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organizations;
5. family members of the citizens of the European Union (as well as Switzerland and EFTA countries).
6. the procedure only applies to EU citizens who move to or reside in another EU Member State than the one of which they are nationals, and it applies to their family members who accompany or join them. This procedure applies only to family members of EU nationals who do not have Polish citizenship or do not have a permanent residence in Poland (https://www.gov.pl/web/india/visas---general-information)

Documents Required

Documents checklist

Important update for applicants applying for a Schengen visa.

Applicants who apply for a Schengen visa must visit the respective Visa Application Center in person and submit visa application by themselves along with biometric data (fingerprints).

Submission of visa application through travel agents is not allowed. At the moment of visa application submission, employees of Visa Application Center collect fingerprints from applicants who are 12 years old and above. Applicants, who state that they have already provided fingerprints earlier but do not have the respective mark “VIS” on previous Schengen visa in their passport, will be obliged to submit fingerprints at Visa Application Center.

Photo Specifications

Note: We regret we cannot accept photographs that do not meet these requirements

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, which should not have been used previously in the passport. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background]
• Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth meeting these requirements is available at the centre.

Processing Time

Processing time is 15 calendar days and it will start from the submission of the application at the Embassy/ Consulate.

In some cases, the processing time may be prolonged to 45 days.

Kindly note if application is submitted in Satellite centre, it may take up to 48-72 hours in transit to New Delhi/Mumbai. All the applications received from Satellite centers will be sent to Embassy/Consulate on next working day.

Application Form

	Schengen Visa Form
	Sample Schengen Visa Form

Note - General public is here by notify that the customer who are applying from New Delhi, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Lucknow and Jaipur are required to submit online pre filed application form. The applicant has to carry the downloaded filled form while visiting the centre for submission as a mandatory requirement.

IMPORTANT NOTE: You are requested to fill-up your online visa application form maximum 5 days prior to your scheduled appointment.

Overview

Tourist visa issued for those going for holidays, tourism, entertainment or to see friends and family

Visa Fees

The above mentioned Visa Fee can be paid in cash or card.

VFS Service charge:

For North and East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow) - Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 875/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

For South and West Jurisdictions, Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 936/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

Please Note:

• The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
• The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.
• For North & East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres) - There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 819/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• For South & West Jurisdictions- There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 802/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• Courier after submission - INR 819 (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres)
• Courier after submission - INR 802 (South & West Jurisdictions)

(Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team at vasinfo@vfshelpline.com and pay the required fees online.)

Please note : Emails wil be responded to Monday through Friday during business hours and the payment link will remain valid for 24 hours for payment initiation.

The Schengen visa fee is waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

1. children under six years;
2. school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
3. researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
4. representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organizations;
5. family members of the citizens of the European Union (as well as Switzerland and EFTA countries).
6. the procedure only applies to EU citizens who move to or reside in another EU Member State than the one of which they are nationals, and it applies to their family members who accompany or join them. This procedure applies only to family members of EU nationals who do not have Polish citizenship or do not have a permanent residence in Poland (https://www.gov.pl/web/india/visas---general-information)

Documents Required

Documents checklist

Important update for applicants applying for a Schengen visa.

Applicants who apply for a Schengen visa must visit the respective Visa Application Center in person and submit visa application by themselves along with biometric data (fingerprints).

Submission of visa application through travel agents is not allowed. At the moment of visa application submission, employees of Visa Application Center collect fingerprints from applicants who are 12 years old and above. Applicants, who state that they have already provided fingerprints earlier but do not have the respective mark “VIS” on previous Schengen visa in their passport, will be obliged to submit fingerprints at Visa Application Center.

Photo Specifications

Note: We regret we cannot accept photographs that do not meet these requirements

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, which should not have been used previously in the passport. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background]
• Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth meeting these requirements is available at the centre.

Processing Time

Processing time is 15 calendar days and it will start from the submission of the application at the Embassy/ Consulate.

In some cases, the processing time may be prolonged to 45 days.

Kindly note if application is submitted in Satellite centre, it may take up to 48-72 hours in transit to New Delhi/Mumbai. All the applications received from Satellite centers will be sent to Embassy/Consulate on next working day.

Application Form

Note - General public is here by notify that the customer who are applying from New Delhi, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Lucknow and Jaipur are required to submit online pre filed application form. The applicant has to carry the downloaded filled form while visiting the centre for submission as a mandatory requirement.

	Schengen Visa Form
	Sample Schengen Visa Form

IMPORTANT NOTE: You are requested to fill-up your online visa application form maximum 5 days prior to your scheduled appointment.

Overview

Journeys undertaken for the purpose of Official Purpose.

Visa Fees

The above mentioned Visa Fee can be paid in cash or card.

VFS Service charge:

For North and East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow) - Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 875/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

For South and West Jurisdictions, Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 936/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

Please Note:

• The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
• The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.
• For North & East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres) - There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 819/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• For South & West Jurisdictions- There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 802/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• Courier after submission - INR 819 (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres)
• Courier after submission - INR 802 (South & West Jurisdictions)

(Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team at vasinfo@vfshelpline.com and pay the required fees online.)

Please note : Emails wil be responded to Monday through Friday during business hours and the payment link will remain valid for 24 hours for payment initiation.

The Schengen visa fee is waived for applicants belonging to one of the following categories:

1. children under six years;
2. school pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training;
3. researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research as defined in Recommendation No 2005/761/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 September 2005 to facilitate the issue by the Member States of uniform short-stay visas for researchers from third countries travelling within the Community for the purpose of carrying out scientific research;
4. representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organizations;
5. family members of the citizens of the European Union (as well as Switzerland and EFTA countries).
6. the procedure only applies to EU citizens who move to or reside in another EU Member State than the one of which they are nationals, and it applies to their family members who accompany or join them. This procedure applies only to family members of EU nationals who do not have Polish citizenship or do not have a permanent residence in Poland (https://www.gov.pl/web/india/visas---general-information)

Documents Required

	Checklist for Polish Schengen Visa – others – cultural, sports or religious events and for film crews
	Checklist for Polish Schengen Visa – others – purpose of research/study, or other types of internship
	Checklist for Polish Schengen Visa – others – Seafarers
	Checklist for Polish Schengen Visa – others – Medical treatment

Important update for applicants applying for a Schengen visa.

Applicants who apply for a Schengen visa must visit the respective Visa Application Center in person and submit visa application by themselves along with biometric data (fingerprints).

Submission of visa application through travel agents is not allowed. At the moment of visa application submission, employees of Visa Application Center collect fingerprints from applicants who are 12 years old and above. Applicants, who state that they have already provided fingerprints earlier but do not have the respective mark “VIS” on previous Schengen visa in their passport, will be obliged to submit fingerprints at Visa Application Center.

Photo Specifications

Note: We regret we cannot accept photographs that do not meet these requirements

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, which should not have been used previously in the passport. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background]
• Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth meeting these requirements is available at the centre.

Processing Time

Processing time is 15 calendar days and it will start from the submission of the application at the Embassy/ Consulate.

In some cases, the processing time may be prolonged to 45 days.

Kindly note if application is submitted in Satellite centre, it may take up to 48-72 hours in transit to New Delhi/Mumbai. All the applications received from Satellite centers will be sent to Embassy/Consulate on next working day.

Application Form

	Schengen Visa Form
	Sample Schengen Visa Form

Note - General public is here by notify that the customer who are applying from New Delhi, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Lucknow and Jaipur are required to submit online pre filed application form. The applicant has to carry the downloaded filled form while visiting the centre for submission as a mandatory requirement.

IMPORTANT NOTE: You are requested to fill-up your online visa application form maximum 5 days prior to your scheduled appointment.

Overview

General Information:

VISA type-D can be provided for people who are planning to stay on the Polish territory for more than 90 days in total (one or more visits) during a year starting from the day of the first entry.

Long-term VISA type-D gives a right:

• to stay on the Polish territory till the expiration date of VISA;

• to move on the territory of the other countries-members of the Schengen Agreement not more than 90 days during every 180-day period starting from the day of the first entry.
• important information-

Visa Fees

The above mentioned Visa Fee cab be paid in cash or card.

VFS Service charge:

For North and East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow) - Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 875/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

For South and West Jurisdictions, Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 936/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

Please Note:

• The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
• The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.
• For North & East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres) - There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 819/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• For South & West Jurisdictions- There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 802/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• Courier after submission - INR 819 (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres)
• Courier after submission - INR 802 (South & West Jurisdictions)

(Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team at vasinfo@vfshelpline.com and pay the required fees online.)

Please note : Emails wil be responded to Monday through Friday during business hours and the payment link will remain valid for 24 hours for payment initiation.

Documents Required

Documents checklist

Photo Specifications

Note: We regret we cannot accept photographs that do not meet these requirements

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, which should not have been used previously in the passport. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background]
• Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth meeting these requirements is available at the centre.

Processing Time

Processing time is 15 calendar days and it will start from the submission of the application at the Embassy/ Consulate.

In some cases, the processing time may be prolonged to 45 days.

Kindly note if application is submitted in Satellite centre, it may take up to 48-72 hours in transit to New Delhi/Mumbai. All the applications received from Satellite centers will be sent to Embassy/Consulate on next working day.

Application Form

Note - General public is here by notify that the customer who are applying from New Delhi, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Lucknow and Jaipur are required to submit online pre filed application form. The applicant has to carry the downloaded filled form while visiting the centre for submission as a mandatory requirement.

	National Visa Form
	Step by Step Guide to Fill National Visa Application Form

IMPORTANT NOTE: You are requested to fill-up your online visa application form maximum 5 days prior to your scheduled appointment.

Overview

General Information:

VISA type-D can be provided for people who are planning to stay on the Polish territory for more than 90 days in total (one or more visits) during a year starting from the day of the first entry.

Long-term VISA type-D gives a right:

• to stay on the Polish territory till the expiration date of VISA;

• to move on the territory of the other countries-members of the Schengen Agreement not more than 90 days during every 180-day period starting from the day of the first entry.
• important information-

Visa Fees

The above mentioned Visa Fee cab be paid in cash or card.

VFS Service charge:

For North and East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow) - Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 875/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

For South and West Jurisdictions, Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 936/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

Please Note:

• The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
• The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.
• For North & East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres) - There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 819/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• For South & West Jurisdictions- There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 802/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• Courier after submission - INR 819 (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres)
• Courier after submission - INR 802 (South & West Jurisdictions)

(Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team at vasinfo@vfshelpline.com and pay the required fees online.)

Please note : Emails wil be responded to Monday through Friday during business hours and the payment link will remain valid for 24 hours for payment initiation.

Documents Required

Documents checklist

Photo Specifications

Note: We regret we cannot accept photographs that do not meet these requirements

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, which should not have been used previously in the passport. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background]
• Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth meeting these requirements is available at the centre.

Processing Time

Processing time is 15 calendar days and it will start from the submission of the application at the Embassy/ Consulate.

In some cases, the processing time may be prolonged to 45 days.

Kindly note if application is submitted in Satellite centre, it may take up to 48-72 hours in transit to New Delhi/Mumbai. All the applications received from Satellite centers will be sent to Embassy/Consulate on next working day.

Application Form

Note - General public is here by notify that the customer who are applying from New Delhi, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Lucknow and Jaipur are required to submit online pre filed application form. The applicant has to carry the downloaded filled form while visiting the centre for submission as a mandatory requirement.

	National Visa Form
	Step by Step Guide to Fill National Visa Application Form

IMPORTANT NOTE: You are requested to fill-up your online visa application form maximum 5 days prior to your scheduled appointment.

Overview

General Information:

VISA type-D can be provided for people who are planning to stay on the Polish territory more than 90 days in total (one or more visits) during a year starting from the day of the first entry.

Long-term VISA type-D gives a right:

• to stay on the Polish territory till the expiration date of VISA;

• to move on the territory of the other countries-members of the Schengen Agreement not more than 90 days during every 180-day period starting from the day of the first entry.
• important information-

Visa Fees

The above mentioned Visa Fee cab be paid in cash or card.

VFS Service charge:

For North and East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow) - Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 875/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

For South and West Jurisdictions, Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 936/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

Please Note:

• The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
• The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.
• For North & East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres) - There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 819/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• For South & West Jurisdictions- There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 802/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• Courier after submission - INR 819 (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres)
• Courier after submission - INR 802 (South & West Jurisdictions)

(Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team at vasinfo@vfshelpline.com and pay the required fees online.)

Please note : Emails wil be responded to Monday through Friday during business hours and the payment link will remain valid for 24 hours for payment initiation.

Documents Required

Documents checklist

Photo Specifications

Note: We regret we cannot accept photographs that do not meet these requirements

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, which should not have been used previously in the passport. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background]
• Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth meeting these requirements is available at the centre.

Processing Time

Processing time is 15 calendar days and it will start from the submission of the application at the Embassy/ Consulate.

In some cases, the processing time may be prolonged to 45 days.

Kindly note if application is submitted in Satellite centre, it may take up to 48-72 hours in transit to New Delhi/Mumbai. All the applications received from Satellite centers will be sent to Embassy/Consulate on next working day.

Application Form

	National Visa Form
	Step by Step Guide to Fill National Visa Application Form

Note - General public is here by notify that the customer who are applying from New Delhi, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Lucknow and Jaipur are required to submit online pre filed application form. The applicant has to carry the downloaded filled form while visiting the centre for submission as a mandatory requirement.

IMPORTANT NOTE: You are requested to fill-up your online visa application form maximum 5 days prior to your scheduled appointment.

Overview

General Information:

VISA type-D can be provided for people who are planning to stay on the Polish territory for more than 90 days in total (one or more visits) during a year starting from the day of the first entry.

Long-term VISA type-D gives a right:

• to stay on the Polish territory till the expiration date of VISA;
• to move on the territory of the other countries-members of the Schengen Agreement not more than 90 days during every 180-day period starting from the day of the first entry.
• important information-

Visa Fees

The above mentioned Visa Fee cab be paid in cash or card.

VFS Service charge:

For North and East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow) - Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 875/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

For South and West Jurisdictions, Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 936/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

Please Note:

• The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
• The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.
• For North & East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres) - There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 819/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• For South & West Jurisdictions- There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 802/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• Courier after submission - INR 819 (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres)
• Courier after submission - INR 802 (South & West Jurisdictions)

(Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team at vasinfo@vfshelpline.com and pay the required fees online.)

Please note : Emails wil be responded to Monday through Friday during business hours and the payment link will remain valid for 24 hours for payment initiation.

Documents Required

Documents checklist

Photo Specifications

Note: We regret we cannot accept photographs that do not meet these requirements

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, which should not have been used previously in the passport. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background]
• Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth meeting these requirements is available at the centre.

Processing Time

Processing time is 15 calendar days and it will start from the submission of the application at the Embassy/ Consulate.

In some cases, the processing time may be prolonged to 45 days.

Kindly note if application is submitted in Satellite centre, it may take up to 48-72 hours in transit to New Delhi/Mumbai. All the applications received from Satellite centers will be sent to Embassy/Consulate on next working day.

Application Form

Note - General public is here by notify that the customer who are applying from New Delhi, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Lucknow and Jaipur are required to submit online pre filed application form. The applicant has to carry the downloaded filled form while visiting the centre for submission as a mandatory requirement.

	National Visa Form
	Step by Step Guide to Fill National Visa Application Form

IMPORTANT NOTE: You are requested to fill-up your online visa application form maximum 5 days prior to your scheduled appointment.

Overview

General Information:

VISA type-D can be provided for people who are planning to stay on the Polish territory more than 90 days in total (one or more visits) during a year starting from the day of the first entry.

Long-term VISA type-D gives a right:

• to stay on the Polish territory till the expiration date of VISA;

• to move on the territory of the other countries-members of the Schengen Agreement not more than 90 days during every 180-day period starting from the day of the first entry.
• important information-

Visa Fees

The above mentioned Visa Fee cab be paid in cash or card.

VFS Service charge:

For North and East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow) - Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 875/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

For South and West Jurisdictions, Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 936/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

Please Note:

• The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
• The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.
• For North & East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres) - There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 819/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• For South & West Jurisdictions- There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 802/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• Courier after submission - INR 819 (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres)
• Courier after submission - INR 802 (South & West Jurisdictions)

(Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team at vasinfo@vfshelpline.com and pay the required fees online.)

Please note : Emails wil be responded to Monday through Friday during business hours and the payment link will remain valid for 24 hours for payment initiation.

Documents Required

	Checklist D Others
	Checklist for Dependent Visa

Photo Specifications

Note: We regret we cannot accept photographs that do not meet these requirements

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, which should not have been used previously in the passport. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background]
• Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth meeting these requirements is available at the centre.

Processing Time

Processing time is 15 calendar days and it will start from the submission of the application at the Embassy/ Consulate.

In some cases, the processing time may be prolonged to 45 days.

Kindly note if application is submitted in Satellite centre, it may take up to 48-72 hours in transit to New Delhi/Mumbai. All the applications received from Satellite centers will be sent to Embassy/Consulate on next working day.

Application Form

	National Visa Form
	Step by Step Guide to Fill National Visa Application Form

Note - General public is here by notify that the customer who are applying from New Delhi, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Lucknow and Jaipur are required to submit online pre filed application form. The applicant has to carry the downloaded filled form while visiting the centre for submission as a mandatory requirement.

IMPORTANT NOTE: You are requested to fill-up your online visa application form maximum 5 days prior to your scheduled appointment.

Overview

General Information:

VISA type-D can be provided for people who are planning to stay on the Polish territory more than 90 days in total (one or more visits) during a year starting from the day of the first entry.

Long-term VISA type-D gives a right:

• to stay on the Polish territory till the expiration date of VISA;

• to move on the territory of the other countries-members of the Schengen Agreement not more than 90 days during every 180-day period starting from the day of the first entry.
• important information-

Visa Fees

The above mentioned Visa Fee cab be paid in cash or card.

VFS Service charge:

For North and East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow) - Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 875/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

For South and West Jurisdictions, Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 936/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

Please Note:

• The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
• The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.
• For North & East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres) - There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 819/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• For South & West Jurisdictions- There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 802/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• Courier after submission - INR 819 (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres)
• Courier after submission - INR 802 (South & West Jurisdictions)

(Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team at vasinfo@vfshelpline.com and pay the required fees online.)

Please note : Emails wil be responded to Monday through Friday during business hours and the payment link will remain valid for 24 hours for payment initiation.

Documents Required

	Checklist D Others
	Checklist for Dependent Visa

Photo Specifications

Note: We regret we cannot accept photographs that do not meet these requirements

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, which should not have been used previously in the passport. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background]
• Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth meeting these requirements is available at the centre.

Processing Time

Processing time is 15 calendar days and it will start from the submission of the application at the Embassy/ Consulate.

In some cases, the processing time may be prolonged to 45 days.

Kindly note if application is submitted in Satellite centre, it may take up to 48-72 hours in transit to New Delhi/Mumbai. All the applications received from Satellite centers will be sent to Embassy/Consulate on next working day.

Application Form

	National Visa Form
	Step by Step Guide to Fill National Visa Application Form

Note - General public is here by notify that the customer who are applying from New Delhi, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Lucknow and Jaipur are required to submit online pre filed application form. The applicant has to carry the downloaded filled form while visiting the centre for submission as a mandatory requirement.

IMPORTANT NOTE: You are requested to fill-up your online visa application form maximum 5 days prior to your scheduled appointment.

Overview

General Information:

VISA type-D can be provided for people who are planning to stay on the Polish territory more than 90 days in total (one or more visits) during a year starting from the day of the first entry.

Long-term VISA type-D gives a right:

• to stay on the Polish territory till the expiration date of VISA;

• to move on the territory of the other countries-members of the Schengen Agreement not more than 90 days during every 180-day period starting from the day of the first entry.

Visa Fees

The above-mentioned Visa Fee cab be paid in cash or card.

VFS Service charge:

For North and East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow) - Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 875/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

For South and West Jurisdictions, Along with the visa fees, there is a service charge of INR 936/- (All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @ 9% and CGST@ 9%)) is applicable per visa application and is mandatory to make payment online at the time of booking appointment. For Appeal cases, service charge is applicable.

Please Note:

• The applicable visa fee in Indian Rupees is as per the current exchange rate. The same is subject to change without notice.
• The Visa fee and service charges are non-refundable in case the visa is refused.
• For North & East Jurisdictions (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres) - There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 819/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• For South & West Jurisdictions- There is an optional courier facility available at Rs. 802/- (Inclusive of Goods and Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) per application / passport.
• Courier after submission - INR 819 (New Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Kolkata and Lucknow VFS centres)
• Courier after submission - INR 802 (South & West Jurisdictions)

(Description- If you had not opted for the Courier service on the day of your application submission, you could still choose this service after the submission. Simply send an email to our Customer Care team at vasinfo@vfshelpline.com and pay the required fees online.)

Please note : Emails wil be responded to Monday through Friday during business hours and the payment link will remain valid for 24 hours for payment initiation.

Documents Required

	Checklist D Others
	Checklist for Dependent Visa

Photo Specifications

Note: We regret we cannot accept photographs that do not meet these requirements

Please provide one recent photograph (not more than 6 months old) of yourself, which should not have been used previously in the passport. The photograph should be in colour and:

• Taken against a light background (white or off-white) so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background]
• Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.

Note: Please follow these instructions carefully. If photographs presented do not meet these requirements your application will be considered incomplete. A photo booth meeting these requirements is available at the centre.

Processing Time

Processing time is 15 calendar days and it will start from the submission of the application at the Embassy/ Consulate.

In some cases, the processing time may be prolonged to 45 days.

Kindly note if application is submitted in Satellite centre, it may take up to 48-72 hours in transit to New Delhi/Mumbai. All the applications received from Satellite centers will be sent to Embassy/Consulate on next working day.

Application Form

	National Visa Form
	Step by Step Guide to Fill National Visa Application Form

Note - General public is here by notify that the customer who are applying from New Delhi, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Lucknow and Jaipur are required to submit online pre filed application form. The applicant has to carry the downloaded filled form while visiting the centre for submission as a mandatory requirement.

IMPORTANT NOTE: You are requested to fill-up your online visa application form maximum 5 days prior to your scheduled appointment.