Original passport (valid for at least 6 months beyond your return date). Minimum 2 blank pages. Attach copies of previous visas (if any).

Recent photos (usually 35mm x 45mm). White background. As per specific embassy photo guidelines.

Hotel bookings or invitation letter from host (if staying with family/friends). Airbnb confirmation or similar accepted in most cases.

Bank Statement: Latest Personal Bank Statement (Original) last 3 months i.e. sealed and signed by Bank Authorities. Applicants above 18 years of age also need to provide their personal bank statement. If they don't have a bank statement then the reason should be mentioned on the cover letter. Income Tax Return: Personal ITR For Last 3 years.

Return ticket booking (do NOT purchase until visa is granted unless required). Proof of internal travel (trains/flights between cities if applicable).

If you are an employee: Last 3 months salary slips. NOC from Company. If you are proprietor/owner of the company: Company’s Original Bank statement of last 3 months Stamped from Bank. Company’s ITR of Last 3 years. Company proof (GST/ Incorporation certificate/Partnership Deed etc). Cover letter on company’s Letterhead. If you are a student: Leave letter issued from School. School ID. If you are retired: Proof of retirement. Pension statements for the last three months. Proof of regular income generated by ownership of property or business. If you are sponsored: Proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation by completing a national form of the Schengen State concerned .

Valid for entire duration of stay. Minimum coverage (e.g., €30,000 for Schengen). Must cover medical emergencies, hospitalization, and repatriation.