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Germany visa · Kochi, Kerala
Germany Visa from Kochi, Kerala
Planning a holiday or family visit to Germany? The Germany Schengen visa is handled by VFS Global, which has a centre in Kochi. Visa Xpert prepares your checklist, forms and file, and books your appointment.
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Germany visa at a glance
- Who it is forTourists and family or friend visits, up to 90 days in any 180
- Centre in KeralaYes – VFS Global Kochi
- Visa fee€90 = ₹9,800 adults + ₹2,065 VFS charge
- Talk to usCall +91 89211 53604 or WhatsApp
Quick answer
A Germany Schengen tourist visa lets you stay up to 90 days in any 180. You can apply in Kerala: VFS Global has a Germany centre in Kochi. The visa fee is €90 = ₹9,800 adults, plus the VFS service fee ₹2,065 (incl. GST). 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.
Germany visa: key facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official visa | Schengen short-stay visa (type C) for tourism, issued by Germany |
| Apply through | VFS Global – official VFS site |
| Centre in Kerala | ✓ VFS centre in Kochi VFS Global Kochi (Cochin), Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00 |
| Decided by | Consulate General of Germany, Bengaluru (Kerala and Karnataka). All Schengen applications from India are decided by the German Consulate in Mumbai |
| Visa fee | €90 = ₹9,800 adults · €45 = ₹4,900 children 6–12 · free under 6 (rates from 2 July 2026) |
| Service charge | VFS service fee ₹2,065 (incl. GST) Courier ₹733 · SMS ₹156 · Premium Lounge ₹3,298 (optional) |
| 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 | 15 working days (not counting the day you submit) |
| When to apply | Apply no earlier than 6 months and no later than 15 working days before travel |
| Application form | Online VIDEX form (videx.diplo.de), printed in full with barcodes and signed |
| 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.
Germany 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 VIDEX application form, all pages printed (with barcodes) and signed
- Signed Declaration of True and Complete Information and Declaration on Travel Health Insurance
- Passport issued within the last 10 years, valid at least 3 months beyond your return, with 2 blank pages and no observations on the data page
- Copy of the passport's biometric page and address page
- One biometric photo, 35 × 45 mm, white background, face 70–80%, taken in the last 6 months
Trip documents
- Covering letter with your itinerary and means of transport
- Travel agency certificate for an organised tour, or a detailed day-wise itinerary
- Flight reservation
- Hotel bookings for the whole stay (and for each Schengen country you visit), or your host's signed confirmation with their address proof and passport/ID copy
- Travel medical insurance: at least €30,000, valid in all Schengen countries for the whole trip, from an insurer approved by the German missions
Proof of funds (all applicants)
- Original personal bank statement for the last 3 months, stamped and signed by the bank
- Indian income tax return (ITR-V / acknowledgement) for the last 2 assessment years
- Your name and address must appear on the bank statements
If employed
- Salary slips for the last 3 months
- Employment contract
- Leave approval letter from your employer
- ITR acknowledgements for the last 2 years or Form 16
If self-employed / company owner
- Company registration certificate (with GST number)
- ITR acknowledgements for the last 2 years or Form 16
- Bank statements for the last 3 months
If retired, student or not working
- Retired: pension statements for the last 3 months and/or proof of property or business income
- Student: enrolment certificate and a no-objection letter from the school or university
- Unemployed: personal bank statements for the last 3 months
If someone sponsors your trip
- Sponsor letter, sponsor's passport copy and their bank statements for the last 3 months (passbook copies are not accepted)
- Marriage certificate if the sponsor is your spouse, birth certificate if a parent
- Sponsor in Germany: Verpflichtungserklärung (formal obligation) if available, plus residence permit copy
Civil status & minors
- Marriage certificate, divorce decree or death certificate as applicable; children's birth certificates
- Minors: application and declarations signed by both parents, birth certificate, parents' passport copies
- A parent not travelling: notarised authorisation with a notarised passport copy (or proof of sole custody)
Good to know
- Documents must be in English or German; others need a translation.
- Applications submitted through an agent need a signed authorisation letter and a copy of the agent's passport.
- Passports with observations on the data page are not accepted.
How we help with your Germany visa
- Right country & categoryWe check that Germany 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 your VFS Global Kochi appointment and guide you through submission and biometrics.
Germany visa: frequently asked questions
Is there a Germany visa centre in Kerala?
Yes. VFS Global has a centre in Kochi that accepts Germany visa applications (Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00). Book the appointment online before you go.
What is the Germany visa fee from India?
€90 = ₹9,800 adults · €45 = ₹4,900 children 6–12 · free under 6 (rates from 2 July 2026). On top of this you pay the VFS service fee ₹2,065 (incl. GST).
How long does a Germany Schengen visa take?
15 working days (not counting the day you submit). Apply no earlier than 6 months and no later than 15 working days before travel.
How much bank balance do I need for a Germany 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.
Which German office handles Kerala applications?
Kerala falls under the Consulate General of Germany in Bengaluru, and you can submit at the VFS centre in Kochi. Germany sends all Schengen applications from India to its Consulate in Mumbai for the decision.
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 Germany, VFS Global, BLS International or any visa centre.
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