Can I apply for a Schengen visa in Ahmedabad if I hold an Indian passport?

Yes. Indian passport holders and foreign nationals holding valid long-term Indian residency permits residing within Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Western India can book appointments and submit applications in Ahmedabad.

How far in advance can I book a Schengen visa appointment from Ahmedabad?

Under the EU Visa Code, you can submit your Schengen visa application up to 6 months (180 days) before your scheduled departure date. Consulates recommend booking at least 4 to 6 weeks in advance.

What financial documents are required for Indian applicants?

You must provide your last 3 consecutive months of personal bank statements officially stamped and signed by your bank, the last 2-3 years of ITR-V acknowledgment forms, and salary slips / proof of business registration.

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Schengen Visa Appointments in Ahmedabad

Q: Where is the VFS Global visa application centre located in Ahmedabad?

The official VFS Global centre in Ahmedabad is located at Ground Floor, Shree Balaji Agora Mall, Between Tapovan & Bhat Circle, 200 Ft, Sardar Patel Ring Road, Motera, Ahmedabad - 382424.

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France

Short Stay Tourist / Business Visa (Type C)

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Germany

Schengen Visa Type C (Tourism, Visit, Business)

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Spain

Short Stay Schengen Tourist Visa

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Italy

Short Stay Tourism / Business Visa

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Netherlands

Short Stay Tourist / Business Visa (Category C)

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Switzerland

Tourist / Visitor Schengen Visa

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Greece

Schengen Visa Type C (Tourism)

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Portugal

Short Stay Tourism Visa (Type C)

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Austria

Tourist / Business Visa Type C

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Belgium

Short Stay Schengen Visa (Category C)

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Denmark

Short Stay Tourism Visa

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Sweden

Short Stay Schengen Visa

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Norway

Visitor Visa (Type C)

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Poland

Schengen Visa Type C (Tourism)

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Czech Republic

Short Stay Tourism Visa

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Finland

Short Stay Schengen Visa (Tourism)

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Hungary

Short Stay Tourism Visa (Type C)

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Iceland

Short Stay Tourist Visa (Category C)

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Croatia

Short Stay Tourism Visa (Type C)

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Malta

Short Stay Schengen Visa (Category C)

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Estonia

Short Stay Tourism Visa (Type C)

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Latvia

Short Stay Schengen Visa (Category C)

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Lithuania

Short Stay Tourism Visa (Type C)

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Luxembourg

Short Stay Tourism Visa (Type C)

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Slovakia

Short Stay Tourism Visa (Type C)

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Slovenia

Short Stay Tourism Visa (Type C)

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Bulgaria

Schengen Visa Type C

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Romania

Schengen Visa Type C

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Liechtenstein

Schengen Visa Type C (Represented by Switzerland)

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Application Centres

Schengen Visa Application Centres in Ahmedabad

Schengen governments in India do not accept in-person visa applications at embassies directly. Instead, applications are processed across 2 designated commercial intake centres in Ahmedabad.

VFS Global

VFS Global Joint Visa Application Centre Ahmedabad

Full Address

Ground Floor, Shree Balaji Agora Mall, Between Tapovan & Bhat Circle, 200 Ft, Sardar Patel Ring Road, Motera, Ahmedabad - 382424

Nearest Underground / Rail

Motera Stadium Metro Station: 8-10 minutes via auto walk (Ahmedabad Metro Red Line)
Sabarmati Junction Railway Station: 15 minutes via auto walk (Western Railway Local & Mainline)

Operating Hours

Monday - Friday: 08:00 - 16:30

Passport return: Monday - Friday: 13:00 - 17:00

Strict Security Policy

Mall security and VFS screening at entrance. Electronic items and luggage must be deposited in lockers.

Destinations Handled:

Austria Belgium Croatia Czech Republic Denmark Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Iceland Italy Latvia Lithuania Luxembourg Malta Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Slovakia Slovenia Sweden Switzerland

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BLS International

BLS Spain Visa Application Centre (Mumbai Consular Hub for Gujarat)

Full Address

Unit No. G1-G8, Ground Floor, Dalamal Towers, 211 Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400021

Nearest Underground / Rail

Ahmedabad to Mumbai Vande Bharat Express: Connecting to Mumbai Local walk (High Speed 5h Rail Link)

Operating Hours

Monday - Friday: 08:30 - 15:30

Passport return: Monday - Friday: 13:00 - 17:00

Strict Security Policy

Spanish consular jurisdiction directs Gujarat applicants to Mumbai Dalamal Towers hub.

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Spain

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Legal Eligibility

Who Can Apply for a Schengen Visa from Ahmedabad?

Under the European Commission Schengen Visa Policy, applicants must submit their visa application in their country of legal residence. Under European Union Schengen regulations, applicants must submit their visa application in their country of legal residence or nationality. Indian passport holders and legally resident foreign nationals residing within Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Western India can apply through visa centres located in Ahmedabad.

Eligible India Residence Statuses

Indian Citizens (Indian passport holders) residing within the Ahmedabad consular zone
Foreign nationals holding valid Indian Resident Permits / Long-Term Visas (FRRO / FRO registration)
Employment Visa, Business Visa, Research Visa, and Student Visa holders legally resident in India
Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) and Person of Indian Origin (PIO) cardholders permanently resident in India
Diplomatic and Official passport holders legally accredited to India
Dependent family members of valid long-term Indian visa holders residing in the region

Ineligible Statuses (Cannot Apply in Ahmedabad)

Foreign nationals on short-term Indian Tourist Visas (e-Tourist Visa or regular tourist visa) transiting or on vacation
Applicants whose residence falls under a strictly restricted consular district of another mission (unless cross-submission is permitted)
Individuals with expired Indian visas or pending unlawful stay regularisation without active FRRO permission

Important Note: Holders of a standard tourist or visitor visa cannot apply for Schengen visas from Ahmedabad and must apply in their country of permanent residence.

The 90-Day Residency Rule Your Indian passport must be valid for at least 3 months (90 days) beyond your planned departure date from the Schengen Area, have at least 2 blank consecutive pages, and have been issued within the last 10 years. (You can verify and generate your proof via Ministry of External Affairs (India) & Bureau of Immigration).

Passport Validity Standard Your passport must have been issued within the last 10 years, have at least two blank consecutive pages, and remain valid for at least 3 months past your Schengen departure date.

Mandatory Document Checklist for Ahmedabad Applicants

Original Indian Passport & Previous Visas

Issued within the last 10 years, minimum 2 blank visa pages, valid for at least 3 months after departure from Schengen, plus copies of all past Schengen/UK/US visas.

Proof of Residency / FRRO (For Foreigners)

Valid Indian Residence Permit (FRRO registration card) or long-term employment/student visa valid for at least 3 months beyond intended trip.

Two Biometric Passport Photos

35x45mm, taken within the last 6 months, light grey or plain white background, 70-80% facial coverage, matte finish.

Schengen Travel Medical Insurance

Mandatory minimum €30,000 (~₹28,00,000) coverage for emergency hospitalization and repatriation across all 29 Schengen countries, from an approved Indian insurance provider.

Round-Trip Flight Itinerary

Confirmed return flight reservations showing entry and exit points in the Schengen territory, passenger names, and dates.

Proof of Accommodation & Day-wise Plan

Hotel bookings covering all nights across all destination cities, or an officially registered host sponsorship/invitation certificate.

Proof of Financial Sufficiency & Bank Statements

Original personal bank account statements for the last 3-6 months with original bank seal and signature, demonstrating sufficient liquid funds.

Income Tax Returns (ITR-V) & Form 16

Copies of Income Tax Returns (ITR-V) and Form 16 / Certificate of Assessment for the last 2 to 3 financial years.

Employment / Business / Student Proof

Salaried: Employment contract, approved leave sanction letter, and last 3 months pay slips. Self-employed: GST registration and company incorporation papers. Students: School/College NOC.

Personal Cover Letter

Signed cover letter outlining purpose of travel, travel dates, full itinerary breakdown, funding details, and a clear declaration of return to India.

Application Roadmap

How to Get a Schengen Visa Appointment in Ahmedabad

Follow this 5-step official procedure to book and submit your biometrics smoothly.

Determine Your Primary Schengen Destination

Under Schengen Article 12 rules, submit your visa application to the country that is your sole destination or main destination in terms of nights spent. If visiting multiple countries equally, apply to your country of first entry into the Schengen Area.

Locate Your Designated Ahmedabad Application Centre

In Ahmedabad, Schengen visa applications are submitted primarily through VFS Global (at Ground Floor, Shree Balaji Agora Mall, Between Tapovan & Bhat Circle, 200 Ft, Sardar Patel Ring Road, Motera, Ahmedabad - 382424 for France, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Netherlands, and 23 other nations) or BLS International for Spain.

Monitor Live Slots on This Availability Dashboard

Review the availability table above for open appointments in Ahmedabad. Slots fluctuate throughout the day as cancellations arise and new appointment blocks are scheduled by consulates.

Complete the Government Consular Application & Book

Fill out the official national application form (e.g. France-Visas, VIDEX for Germany, etc.), obtain your application reference number, and book your biometric appointment on the contractor portal.

Attend Your In-Person Biometrics Appointment in Ahmedabad

Arrive 15 minutes before your slot with your original Indian passport, travel itinerary, flight reservations, hotel bookings, €30,000 Schengen insurance, and 3 months of stamped bank statements.

Practical Tips

Tips for Finding Schengen Visa Appointments in Ahmedabad

Proven strategies to improve your chances of securing early appointment slots.

Check Early Morning and Mid-Afternoon Windows

Appointment slots in Ahmedabad frequently refresh between 09:00 - 11:30 and 14:00 - 16:30 IST due to consular quota uploads and applicant cancellations.

Have Stamped Bank Statements and ITRs Ready

European consulates in India strictly require the last 3 months of original bank statements with physical bank seal and signature, along with the latest 2-3 years of Income Tax Returns (ITR-V).

Consider Official Premium Lounge / Prime Time Slots

If standard appointment slots are booked out, official contractors frequently offer Premium Lounge or Prime Time early morning/weekend slots for an additional fee directly on their portals.

Strict Security & Electronic Device Restrictions

No laptops, pen drives, cameras, or large luggage are permitted inside the Ahmedabad visa application centre. Travel light or utilize on-site paid locker facilities.

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