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Finland visa · Kochi, Kerala
Finland Visa from Kochi, Kerala
Planning a holiday or family visit to Finland? Finland visas are handled by VFS Global, which has no centre in Kerala. Visa Xpert prepares your complete file in Kochi and plans your appointment at the nearest centre.
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Finland visa at a glance
- Who it is forTourists and family or friend visits, up to 90 days in any 180
- Centre in KeralaNo – nearest Bengaluru / Chennai
- Visa fee€90 = ₹10,000 (12 and over) + ₹2,215 VFS charge
- Talk to usCall +91 89211 53604 or WhatsApp
Quick answer
A Finland Schengen tourist visa lets you stay up to 90 days in any 180. There is no Finland visa centre in Kerala, so applicants from Kerala submit at the nearest VFS Global centre (usually Bengaluru or Chennai). The visa fee is €90 = ₹10,000 (12 and over), plus the VFS service fee ₹2,215 (€20, incl. tax). Typical documents: passport, application form, 3 months' stamped bank statements, ITR for recent years, leave letter or business proof, flight and hotel bookings, and travel insurance of at least €30,000. Visa Xpert, Kochi prepares and checks the full file.
Finland visa: key facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official visa | Schengen short-stay visa (type C) for tourism, issued by Finland |
| Apply through | VFS Global – official VFS site |
| Centre in Kerala | ✗ No VFS centre in Kerala No Finland centre in Kerala. Nearest VFS centres: Bengaluru and Chennai (also Hyderabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, New Delhi). Everyone, including children, must attend in person |
| Decided by | Embassy of Finland, New Delhi |
| Visa fee | €90 = ₹10,000 (12 and over) · €45 = ₹5,000 children 6–11 · free under 6 |
| Service charge | VFS service fee ₹2,215 (€20, incl. tax) Card, UPI or cash at the centre |
| Visa Xpert service charge | ₹3,000 per person Our consultancy fee for preparing and checking your file – separate from the visa fee and the VFS/BLS charge |
| Processing time | Up to 15 working days (20 for groups over 15); up to 30 days in high season |
| When to apply | Apply up to 6 months before the trip |
| Application form | Online application at finlandvisa.fi, printed together with the checklist |
| Length of stay | Up to 90 days in any 180-day period |
Fees, centres and rules as published on the official VFS and embassy pages, checked on 24 October 2026. Rupee amounts follow the exchange rate and can change, so we confirm the latest before you apply.
Finland tourist visa document checklist
Based on the current VFS and embassy checklists for applicants in India. The embassy can ask for more, so we confirm the list for your profile before you apply.
Application & passport
- Online Schengen form, completed, dated and signed, with an ICAO-standard photo; print the checklist with it
- Passport valid at least 3 months after the trip, issued in the last 10 years, 2 blank pages
- Other or previous passports with Schengen visas from the last 59 months
Trip documents
- Travel plan covering all destinations; round-trip flight reservations (and other Schengen or third countries)
- Accommodation for the whole stay
- Travel medical insurance: at least €30,000, covering the whole Schengen area (no area limits like "Finland, Schengen"), including repatriation
Employment letter
- On official letterhead, stamped and dated, with the company's contact details and the signing officer's name, position and signature. It must state your name, position, salary, years of employment and the exact leave dates
Proof of funds
- Cover letter and bank statement for the last 3 months
- ITR-V for the last 2 years
- Salary slips for the last 3 months
- Self-employed: GST registration
- Not working: proof of any income (married: spouse's employment certificate, income proof and marriage certificate)
- Students: enrolment proof; Pensioners: pension proof
Minors
- Birth certificate
- Passport and ID copies of the custodian(s)
- Notarised travel permission from any parent not travelling
- Proof of custody changes, if any
Good to know
- Documents must be in English, Finnish or Swedish. Show originals and hand in copies.
How we help with your Finland visa
- Right country & categoryWe check that Finland is your main Schengen destination and that tourism is the right category.
- Checklist & documentsA checklist for your profile, plus a review of bank statements, ITR, leave letter and bookings.
- Forms, insurance & bookingsOnline form, cover letter, itinerary, approved travel insurance and visa-friendly flight and hotel reservations.
- Appointment & submissionWe book the nearest VFS Global appointment and plan your one-day trip for submission and biometrics.
Finland visa: frequently asked questions
Is there a Finland visa centre in Kerala?
No. There is no Finland visa centre in Kerala. Nearest VFS centres: Bengaluru and Chennai (also Hyderabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, New Delhi). Everyone, including children, must attend in person. You can still prepare everything with us in Kochi and travel only for the appointment.
What is the Finland visa fee from India?
€90 = ₹10,000 (12 and over) · €45 = ₹5,000 children 6–11 · free under 6. On top of this you pay the VFS service fee ₹2,215 (€20, incl. tax).
How long does a Finland Schengen visa take?
Up to 15 working days (20 for groups over 15); up to 30 days in high season. Apply up to 6 months before the trip.
How much bank balance do I need for a Finland visa?
There is no fixed minimum for most countries. The embassy checks that your 3-month bank statements, ITR and income comfortably cover your trip and that you have steady ties to India. We review your statements before you apply.
Can Visa Xpert guarantee my visa?
No consultant can guarantee a visa. We make sure your application is accurate, complete and well documented, which gives you the best possible chance. The decision is made only by the embassy.
Is Visa Xpert part of VFS, BLS or the embassy?
No. Visa Xpert is an independent visa consultancy in Kochi and is not affiliated with VFS Global, BLS International, any embassy or any government.
How do I get started?
Call or WhatsApp +91 89211 53604 with your travel dates. Our office is at North Mulloth House, Ravipuram, MG Road, Kochi, Kerala.
Official sources
Last checked: 24 October 2026. Requirements, fees and processing rules change, so we confirm the latest for your case before you apply. Visa Xpert is an independent consultancy in Kochi and is not affiliated with the Embassy of Finland, VFS Global, BLS International or any visa centre.
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