Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) Visa · Kolkata
Germany Schengen visa checklist for applicants from Kolkata
The document requirements are the same across India, but where you submit and how much lead time you need can depend on your city. Here's what's specific to Kolkata.
Not authoritative — verify before you rely on it. General guidance only — always verify current requirements against the official VFS Germany / German Missions in India visa page before your appointment. Requirements and fees change without notice.
Last checked: 2026-07-01
Kolkata-specific notes
Which mission has jurisdiction
Applications from Kolkata (West Bengal) are typically handled by the Consulate General of Germany, Kolkata. Consular jurisdictions are redrawn occasionally — confirm on the official VFS Germany portal before booking your appointment.
Where to submit
VFS Global / the visa application centre network generally operates a submission centre in Kolkata itself, so you shouldn't need to travel to another city for biometrics — verify the exact centre and address on the official booking portal, as centres do relocate.
Getting there
Kolkata's nearest major airport is Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) — useful to know if your itinerary starts with a connecting flight before your Schengen leg.
Before you book your appointment
Documents like bank statements, salary slips, and employer letters usually take a few working days to obtain from local branches and HR departments in Kolkata — start collecting these before you lock in a VFS slot, so you're not scrambling once it's booked.
Financial threshold
Proof of sufficient funds for the trip duration, typically assessed per day of stay
Historically referenced around €45/day for tourist visits (varies by trip type and has changed over time) — verify the current figure on the official VFS Germany / German Missions India page before applying.
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Every document, the photo spec, and every format quirk — the same list regardless of which city you apply from.
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