Here is the list of documents needed for Schengen Visa. For reference, I am mentioning the documents needed at the Netherlands Embassy/Consulate, but more or less every country which accepts Schengen visa has the same requirements. Also, I have shared the downloadable copies of different application forms needed for Schengen visa.
- Valid passport
# Must be valid for at least 6 months
# Passport must also have at least 2 blank pages to affix the visa
# Passport should be submitted with all the old passport booklets - Visa application form, duly filled and signed at two places(column #37 and in last) by the passenger
- Consent form
- Authorization form
- Travel History form
- Two photographs
# Size 3.5mm x 4.5mm
# Matt finish
# 80% face coverage and white background - Personal Covering Letter addressed to The Visa Officer, Embassy of Netherlands, New Delhi
# mentioning duration of visit
# purpose of visit
# expenses clause
# Details of all Applicants with name, passport number on plain paper - NOC from Employer, if employed
- Travel Insurance
- Return Confirmed ticket or Itinerary covering all the sectors
- Confirmed hotel bookings (with hotel Name, Address, Telephone no and email Id)
- Original updated bank statement for last 6 months with bank seal and signature from the authorized person from the Bank
- Income Tax Return for Last 3 years
- Salary slip last 6 months