About Europe (Schengen) Visa
B2B Holidays is Chennai's trusted partner for Schengen visa applications. Whether you're planning a honeymoon in Switzerland, a family trip across France and Italy, or a corporate visit to Germany, our visa team prepares the complete file — from cover letter to itinerary, financial statements to insurance — so your application sails through with the highest possible approval rate.
Which countries are covered?
A single Schengen visa lets you travel freely across 27 European countries including France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Netherlands, Austria, Greece, Portugal, Belgium and more. You apply at the embassy of the country where you'll spend the most days, or the country of first entry.
Visa types we process
Tourist (Type C, short-stay up to 90 days), Business / conference visa, Family / friends visit visa, Medical visit visa, and Transit visas. Each type has slightly different documentation; we tell you exactly what you need based on your case.
How B2B Holidays helps
We assess your profile for free, prepare every document in the embassy-accepted format, book your VFS / BLS appointment in Chennai or Bengaluru, draft your cover letter and detailed day-by-day itinerary, arrange travel insurance and dummy bookings, and walk you through the biometrics step.
Processing time & fees
Standard processing takes 15-20 working days from the date of biometrics. Express slots are available for select embassies. Embassy fee is approximately ₹8,500-₹9,500 per applicant plus VFS service charges; our professional handling fee is transparent and quoted upfront with no hidden charges.
Required Documents
- Original passport (valid 6+ months beyond travel, 2 blank pages)
- 2 recent photos (35×45 mm, white background, Schengen specs)
- Confirmed return flight tickets / itinerary
- Hotel bookings for the entire stay
- Travel insurance (min. €30,000 coverage, full trip)
- Cover letter explaining purpose, duration, sponsor
- Last 6 months bank statements (avg balance ₹1L+ recommended)
- Last 3 months salary slips OR ITR for last 2 years
- Employer NOC / leave letter (for salaried applicants)
- Company registration & GST returns (for self-employed)
- Old passports if any (with previous visa stamps)
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a separate visa for each Schengen country?
No. A single Schengen visa covers all 27 Schengen-area countries. You apply at the embassy of your main destination or the first country of entry.
What is the approval rate for Indian applicants?
With complete documentation, strong financials and a clear travel purpose, approval rates exceed 90%. B2B Holidays carefully reviews every file before submission to maximize your chances.
How long is a Schengen tourist visa valid?
Short-stay tourist visas are typically issued for 90 days within a 180-day period. Validity (single, double or multiple entry) depends on your travel history and embassy discretion.
Can I apply for a Schengen visa without a flight ticket?
Yes — we provide a 'dummy' flight reservation that satisfies the embassy requirement. You only book actual tickets after the visa is approved.
Is biometrics required every time?
Biometrics (fingerprints + photo) are valid for 59 months. If you've given them in the last 5 years for any Schengen visa, you may be exempt.