Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) Verified 2026-04-28Czech Republic Tourist Visa (Schengen Short-Stay, Type C)
Apply for a Czech Republic Tourist Visa from India — Schengen Short-Stay (Type C). Complete fees, ICAO photo spec, document checklist, and step-by-step application via VFS Global.
No visa is ever guaranteed — the final decision always rests with the Czech Republic visa authority. We make sure your file is presented at its strongest.
Processing
Up to 15 calendar days from when the Embassy receives your complete application (NOT from VFS submission)
Stay Duration
Up to 90 days in any 180-day period (entire Schengen area)
Starting Fee
₹9,700
Apply At
12 VFS centres
Where do you stand?
Tell us your situation
Pick what fits — no long forms, just a quick WhatsApp or a call.
Why files get refused
Most Czech Republic visitor visa refusals come down to a few fixable things
Refusals are common now, and the government fee is non-refundable. The good news: almost every reason below is something we can strengthen before you submit.
Travel medical insurance below €30,000 minimum or not covering the entire trip
Bank statements without original bank stamp / signature, or on non-A4 paper
Insufficient funds for the trip duration — typically ~₹70,000–1,00,000 per traveller for 7 days expected
Inconsistent purpose — Form says 'tourist' but cover letter mentions business meetings
Photograph with eyewear (rejected outright at Czech VFS) or wrong dimensions
Application submitted with less than 15 calendar days to travel date
What we actually do
We build a stronger file — you don't guess
Check your profile before filing
We tell you honestly if the case is ready — before you spend the government fee.
Review funds & ITR alignment
Bank statement, income and tax records presented the way officers expect.
Structure purpose & cover letter
A clear travel story that answers the officer's real questions.
Show strong ties to India
Job, business, property and family framed as genuine reasons to return.
Sponsor & invitation papers
If family is inviting you, we line their documents up with your profile — a common silent refusal trigger.
Guide the full submission
Online portal or VFS appointment, biometrics and passport steps — supported until the decision.
Refused before?
We rebuild refused Czech Republic cases the right way.
Reapplying with the same file usually earns the same answer. We find the real reason first, then rebuild — no guarantees, just a properly prepared reapplication.
Before you reapply, we check:
- What your refusal letter actually says — and what it doesn't.
- Whether the officer's GCMS notes are worth pulling for the real reason.
- Which documents were weak: funds, employment, purpose, or ties.
- Whether reapplying now — or strengthening first — is the smarter move.
Same flat fee whether it's your first application or a reapplication. Read the refusal guide
Your whole Czech Republic Tourist Visa,
handled for one honest price.
A strong Czech Republic file clearly explains your travel purpose, funds, and ties to India. We structure and submit everything properly — so your case is presented clearly and professionally.
All-in · 18% GST included · no hidden charges
File-ready in 3–5 working days after documents
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Everything below — included, nothing extra
- Document checklist
- Application form guidance
- Document review
- Cover letter
- Purpose of travel structure
- Financial proof review
- Sponsor document guidance
- Submission & appointment support
- Post-submission guidance
Not sure you qualify? Start with a refundable ₹499 possibility report — an honest Yes / Maybe / No, credited to this fee. Read the full guide
Price is for our consultancy service only and includes 18% GST. No agency can guarantee a visa — the final decision rests with the visa authority.
Your fee, justified
₹12,999 fee — what exactly is included?
Our professional fee isn't just form-filling. It covers complete Czech Republic visitor visa preparation, document & refusal-risk review, financial-proof structuring, submission support and post-filing guidance. Tap any item to see what's inside.
Before we prepare your Czech Republic visitor visa file, we understand your complete profile — every applicant is different, so no two files are built the same way.
- Purpose of travel
- Employment or business background
- Monthly income & savings
- Funds available for the trip
- Family ties in India
- Property / assets, if any
- Previous travel history
- Relatives, friends or a sponsor in Czech Republic, if any
- Previous visa refusals, if any
- Planned trip duration
- Who is paying for the trip
- Whether the trip is realistic for your profile
A visitor visa isn't approved just because documents are attached — the purpose, funds, travel plan and return ties all have to support each other.
We don't hand everyone the same checklist. After understanding your profile, we build one for your exact case type:
- Salaried
- Business owner
- Self-employed
- Farmer / agriculture income
- Student or minor
- Retired parent
- Housewife / dependent
- Family visit
- Tourist visit
- Business visitor
- Previous refusal
- Sponsor-supported
- First-time traveller
This avoids missing key documents — and avoids piling on documents that aren't explained properly.
We review your documents before preparing and submitting, checking they're complete, readable, consistent and well-arranged:
- Passport & photographs
- Bank statements
- Salary slips
- ITR / Form 16
- Employment & leave-approval letters
- Business / GST / registration proof
- Income proof
- Property documents, if any
- Family & marriage documents, if applicable
- Invitation & sponsor documents, if applicable
- Previous refusal letter, if any
- Travel history, itinerary & stay proof
Funds are one of the most common refusal triggers. A high balance alone isn't enough if the money doesn't look genuine, stable, and tied to your income. We check:
- Whether the balance is reasonable for the trip
- Average balance vs trip cost
- Sudden large deposits that need explaining
- Salary / business income vs bank statement
- ITR vs income profile
- Whether you can afford the trip without leaning entirely on a sponsor
- Whether sponsor support is properly explained
- Whether funds look genuine and traceable
We help structure the financial side professionally so it reads as genuine, not borrowed for the application.
We help present a clear, realistic purpose — tourism, a holiday, a family/relative visit, an event, a business meeting, or parents visiting children — and make sure it lines up with your dates, funds, itinerary and documents.
A weak or vague purpose makes a file look doubtful. We keep it clear, simple and professional.
We prepare or structure the main explanation letter — a professional summary that makes your case easy for the officer to understand. It covers:
- Who you are and why you want to visit
- How long you'll stay and where
- Who is paying for the trip
- What you do in India
- Which financial documents are attached
- Your family ties in India
- Why you'll return after the visit
- If previously refused — what has changed since
This is not a guarantee letter — it's a clear, professional explanation of your case.
The officer must be satisfied you'll leave Czech Republic after your authorized stay. We identify and present your reasons to return:
- Job continuity or business ownership
- Regular income source
- Spouse / children / parents in India
- Dependents and family responsibilities
- Property or assets in India
- Education or business commitments
- Previous travel compliance, if any
If someone in Czech Republic is inviting you, we guide the sponsor-side documents:
- Invitation letter
- Sponsor status proof (passport / PR / citizenship)
- Sponsor employment & income proof
- Sponsor bank statement, if needed
- Relationship & communication proof
- Who bears expenses & stay arrangement
A sponsor supports the case but never guarantees approval — your own purpose, funds and ties must still be strong. We also flag if a file is leaning too heavily on the sponsor.
We guide or assist with the application form and details (online portal or the VFS/embassy form, depending on Czech Republic), and check consistency between the form and your documents:
- Personal, passport & travel-history details
- Employment & education history
- Family information
- Purpose of visit & funding details
- Sponsor information, if applicable
- Previous-refusal declarations
- Background questions
- Correct document categories
Wrong, incomplete or inconsistent information can hurt this application — and future ones too.
How a file is lodged depends on the country — some are fully online, while others (most Schengen states) need you to complete the form first, then book a VFS appointment and submit a physical file in person. We guide the exact Czech Republic process:
- Completing the application form first, where required, to unlock the appointment
- Booking the VFS / embassy appointment
- Arranging documents in the right order — for upload or the VFS counter
- Guiding the visa-fee payment
- Final review before submission or your VFS visit
- What to carry to the appointment (originals, photos, forms)
- Submitting / lodging and saving the confirmation
- What happens after submission
After submission, if biometrics are required, we guide you through:
- Biometrics Instruction Letter
- VFS appointment booking
- Documents to carry
- What to expect at the VFS centre
- How biometrics update in your application
- What to do once biometrics are done
Biometrics fee is separate, paid to the authority / VFS as applicable.
Our support doesn't stop at submission. We stay connected and guide you on:
- How to check application updates
- What official messages mean
- What to do if more documents are requested
- What to do after a Passport Request
- VFS passport submission & courier return
- Decision-update explanation
- Next steps after approval
- Basic guidance if refused
What's not included (paid direct, at actual cost)
- Government / embassy visa fee
- Biometrics fee
- VFS service charges
- VFS courier & SMS charges
- VFS premium-lounge charges
- Travel insurance
- Flight tickets
- Hotel bookings
- Translation charges
- Notary / attestation
- Medical exam, if ever required
- Any other third-party charges
No agency can guarantee a visa — the final decision is always the visa officer's. Our role is to prepare, review, structure and present your file professionally from the documents and profile you provide.
Good to know before you apply
Rules that apply to every Czech Republic visa type — worth a quick read so nothing trips up your file.
- 1Indian passport holders MUST apply through VFS Global India — direct walk-ins to the Embassy are not accepted, except for family members of EU / Czech Republic nationals (by prior email appointment at info.shortterm_delhi@mzv.cz between 10:00–12:30 working days).
- 2If documents are missing post-submission, email them within 3 working days to newdelhi.shortterm@mzv.gov.cz with subject 'Missing documents – Name Surname and passport number'. Emails to other Embassy addresses are disregarded.
- 3Submission of incomplete documentation, or refusal to appear for a special interview, will result in rejection.
- 4Each application is assessed independently by the Consular Section of the Czech Embassy — VFS staff have no authority to assess or decide.
- 5Possessing a valid Czech / Schengen visa does not guarantee entry — final entry decision is made by the immigration officer at the border.
Who Can Apply
- Tourism, leisure, sightseeing, holiday travel to the Czech Republic
- Multi-country Schengen tourist itineraries with the Czech Republic as the main destination (most days spent) or first entry
- Travel with a confirmed organised-tour booking from a registered travel agency
- Self-planned independent travel with confirmed flights + hotel reservations
Not eligible under this visa:
- Stays longer than 90 days — apply for a Type D long-stay visa instead
- Paid or unpaid work / professional activities — even if unpaid, you need a work permit
- Studying for more than 90 days — apply for a Type D student visa
- Medical treatment — apply under the Medical Treatment category
Previously refused?
Same feeWe rebuild refused Czech Republic cases the right way.
What it costs
Government & VFS fees
Paid directly to Czech Republic / VFS — these are not our service fee, and we never mark them up.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Adult visa (Schengen Short-Stay) | ₹9,700 |
| Children 6–12 years | ₹4,900 |
| Children under 6 years | FREE |
| VFS service charge | ₹2,156 |
| Courier after submission (optional) | ₹840 |
All Visa Fees and VFS service charges are non-refundable, regardless of visa outcome. Visa fees are reviewed independently for each application — no guarantee of issuance can be given. Approximate total for an adult tourist / business visa: ₹11,856 (₹9,700 + ₹2,156) plus optional courier ₹840. Family members of EU / Czech Republic nationals may be exempt from the visa fee — VFS service charge still applies.
What to gather
Documents required
Having a document isn't the same as presenting it right — that's the part we handle.
Mandatory — every applicant must provide
9 items- Schengen Visa Application Form (Type C)Required
Completed in full and signed by the applicant
- Valid passportRequired
Issued within the last 10 years; valid 3+ months beyond return date; minimum 2 blank pages
- Passport copiesRequired
Bio-data page + last page (Indian passports) + previous Schengen entry/exit stamps if any
- Two recent passport-size photographs (35–40 mm, white background)Required
ICAO-compliant; face covers 70–80% of frame; no eyewear (Czech Embassy instruction); see photo spec section
- Cover letter signed by applicantRequired
State purpose of travel, duration, names + passport numbers of accompanying persons, transport + accommodation details
- Marriage certificate
If married and marital status not evidenced in the passport; ration card copy if applicable
- Proof of means of transport + itineraryRequired
Confirmed return / onward flight reservation (not ticketed)
- Proof of lodgingRequired
Hotel reservation, holiday-home rental, or invitation + sponsorship form from host. If visiting multiple Schengen states, lodging proof for each is required
- Travel medical insurance — minimum €30,000 coverRequired
Valid across ALL Schengen countries; covers accident, illness, medical evacuation; covers full duration including arrival + departure
Proof of financial means — every applicant
2 items- Personal bank statement — last 3 monthsRequired
ORIGINAL bank-stamped + signed; A4 size; every applicant submits their own (and sponsor's, if applicable)
- Indian Income Tax Return (ITR) — last 2 assessment yearsRequired
And of the sponsor if applicable
If the applicant is EMPLOYED
3 items- Pay slips for the last 3 monthsRequired
- Employment contractRequired
- Employer's NOC / approval-of-leave letterRequired
Stating dates of approved leave + designation
If the applicant is COMPANY OWNER / SELF-EMPLOYED
3 items- Certificate of Registration of the companyRequired
- GST registration certificateRequired
- Business bank account statement + barcode-verifiable ITR proofRequired
If the applicant is SPONSORED
2 items- National sponsorship form of the Schengen stateRequired
Original official invitation, verified by the Alien Police Service in the Czech Republic
- Notarised written consent from sponsorRequired
If trip is sponsored by parent / guardian / any third party — public-notary attested
If the applicant is RETIRED
2 items- Pension statements — last 3 monthsRequired
- Proof of regular income from property / business
Where applicable
If the applicant is a MINOR
3 items- Notarised consent from absent parent/guardianRequired
If travelling with only one parent — except where one parent has sole custody (proof required)
- Notarised consent from BOTH parents/guardiansRequired
If minor travels alone (without parents)
- Copies of parents' passports OR birth certificate of applicant + ID copies of parentsRequired
If the applicant is a PUPIL / STUDENT
2 items- Enrolment certificate from school / universityRequired
- Copy of student ID cardRequired
Tourism-specific (additional)
4 items- Travel agency confirmation of organised trip
If booked through a registered Indian travel agency
- Detailed day-wise itineraryRequired
Cities, hotels, transport between cities — covering full duration of stay
- Confirmed return / onward flight reservationRequired
Reservation only — do not buy ticket until visa is approved
- Hotel booking confirmationsRequired
For full duration of stay; if visiting multiple Schengen states, lodging proof for each is required
Required · optional / if applicable
The journey.
8 steps from intake to approval. Curved spine on the right shows the natural pace — never as linear as government sites pretend.
- 01
Plan your trip 30+ days before travel
Tourist applications MUST be submitted at least 15 calendar days before the travel date — files closer to travel are not processed. Aim for 30+ days for safety.
- 02
Download the Schengen Type C application form
From the VFS Global Czech Republic website. Complete in English, in BLOCK letters. Sign each page.
- 03
Gather all mandatory documents
Use the checklist above. Original A4 bank statements stamped + signed by your bank. ITR for last 2 years. Travel insurance €30,000 minimum.
- 04
Get ICAO-compliant photographs
35–40 mm wide, white background, NO eyewear, taken within the last 6 months. See photo specification section below.
- 05
Book a VFS appointment online
Visit visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cze. Pay the ₹2,156 service charge to confirm. Choose the VFS centre nearest you.
- 06
Submit documents at VFS on appointment day
Carry originals + A4 photocopies. Pay the ₹9,700 visa fee at submission. Biometrics captured on-site if required.
- 07
Track status via VFS or SMS
Processing: up to 15 calendar days from when the Embassy receives your file. Outside Delhi, add 3 working days for forwarding.
- 08
Collect passport — courier or in-person
Choose courier (₹840) or in-person pickup. Visa is a sticker affixed in your passport.
What works
16 levers that flip a borderline case.
- Travel medical insurance must cover MINIMUM €30,000 across ALL Schengen states — without it your application will be rejected outright.
- Personal bank statements MUST be on A4 paper with original bank stamp and signature — photocopies and online printouts without stamps are rejected.
- Photographs with EYEWEAR are NOT accepted at Czech VFS centres — remove glasses before submission.
- Apply at least 15 days before travel for Tourist visas (mandatory minimum) — and 4–6 weeks for safety. Embassy will not process Tourist applications submitted with less than 15 days to travel.
What kills cases
Top 3 refusal triggers we see.
- 1Travel medical insurance below €30,000 minimum or not covering the entire trip
- 2Bank statements without original bank stamp / signature, or on non-A4 paper
- 3Insufficient funds for the trip duration — typically ~₹70,000–1,00,000 per traveller for 7 days expected
Download official forms
Official forms are hosted by VFS Global — we don't host third-party forms ourselves, so you always get the latest version.
How to download from VFS:
- Click the form name below — opens the official VFS Global page for Czech Republic
- Select the visa category you're applying for (e.g. Tourist, Business, Student)
- Scroll down to the "Download Form" section at the bottom
- Click the PDF icon next to the form name → saves to your device
VFS application centres
Schengen Tourist Visa Eligibility Check
Answer 10 quick questions to see your likelihood of approval. This is not a guarantee — final decision is always with the Embassy — but it flags common weak spots so you can address them before applying.
What's the primary purpose of your trip?
How long do you plan to stay?
Have you previously visited any Schengen country?
Have you ever been refused a Schengen (or any country's) visa?
Past refusals must be disclosed — they show up in VIS database across Schengen countries.
Do you have confirmed travel bookings?
Reservations are enough — don't buy tickets until visa approval.
What's your current employment status?
What's your typical 3-month bank balance?
Schengen needs ~₹700/day covered. For a 10-day trip, minimum ₹70,000 stable balance.
How many years of Income Tax Returns (ITR) can you show?
What are your strongest ties to India (return-intent)?
Embassies want evidence you'll come back — not overstay.
Who are you travelling with?
Indicative only — final decision is always with the Embassy.
Frequently asked
Questions, answered straight
Up to 15 calendar days from when the Embassy receives your file. If you submit at a non-Delhi VFS centre, add 3 working days for forwarding to the Embassy. Aim to apply 30+ days before travel to be safe.
Approximately ₹11,856 for an adult — ₹9,700 visa fee + ₹2,156 VFS service charge. Optional courier ₹840. Children 6–12 pay ₹4,900 visa fee; under 6 are free. Excludes travel insurance (~₹1,500–₹3,000).
Yes. A Schengen Type C visa lets you travel across all 29 Schengen-area countries during its validity, up to 90 days in any 180-day period. The Czech Republic should be your main destination (most nights) or first entry.
Yes — MANDATORY. Minimum €30,000 cover, valid across all Schengen states, covering accident, illness, and emergency medical evacuation for the full duration of travel including arrival + departure days.
Per a specific instruction from the Embassy of the Czech Republic in New Delhi, photographs with eyewear are NOT acceptable at VFS centres. Remove glasses for the photo even if you wear them daily.
Applications can be submitted up to 6 months before the intended travel date. The minimum is 15 calendar days before travel — submissions closer to travel are not processed by the Embassy.
No — Indian-resident applicants must apply via VFS Global India. Direct Embassy submission is allowed ONLY for family members of EU / Czech Republic nationals (by prior email appointment at info.shortterm_delhi@mzv.cz).
VFS will not accept post-submission missing documents. You must email them within 3 working days to newdelhi.shortterm@mzv.gov.cz with subject 'Missing documents – Name Surname and passport number'. Other Embassy emails are disregarded.
Yes. We are a Government-of-Punjab licensed firm (License No. 849/DC/PTA/PLA/LC-3/2024) and prepare the complete file end-to-end — cover letter, document review, A4 bank statements, ITR coordination, photo verification (no eyewear), VFS appointment booking. First consultation is free at our Patiala office.
Still have a question about your case? Ask us directly — we usually reply in 5 minutes.
Before you apply
Two ways to file your Czech Republic visa.
One quietly burns your fee, your trip and your record. The other gets it right the first time.
Do it yourself
The risky route
- You guess which papers Czech Republic actually wants — one missing or wrongly-framed document triggers a refusal.
- You copy a cover letter off YouTube or Google — often the exact template embassies already flag as weak.
- You apply during a known peak-rejection window without realising it.
- Embassy & VFS fees are non-refundable — refused means your money, flights and leave are gone.
- One refusal stamp follows you for life — every future visa, anywhere, must declare it.
The gamble
One mistake = fee, flights & record gone
With SureshotVisa
Professionally guided
- A licensed consultant checks your case honestly before you spend a rupee on embassy fees.
- We build your Czech Republic file the way the embassy approves — documents, cover letter, financials.
- We catch the weak-ties, funding and intent issues behind most Indian refusals — and fix them first.
- We've rescued hundreds of files that were already refused once and got them approved.
- Govt of Punjab licensed (Licence 849/DC/PTA/PLA/LC-3/2024) · 1200+ approvals.
Typical result
1200+ approvals · refused files rescued
Why DIY goes wrong
How a self-filed application turns into a refusal.
- 1
You feel ready
A few YouTube videos make the process look simple.
- 2
You file it yourself
You submit a sensitive Czech Republic visa file on your own.
- 3
One detail misreads
A small framing slip looks like weak ties or unclear intent.
- 4
Refusal
Now every future visa, anywhere, must declare it.
Once you've been refused, you learn the hard way how much the small details mattered. We'd rather you never collect that first stamp.
Trusted by travellers & families
We've helped many travellers & families get their Czech Republic visa — the easy way.
From first-time Czech Republic visa applicants to cases that were refused elsewhere, our licensed team has guided travellers & families through Czech Republic's exact requirements — so the file is approved the first time, without the stress, guesswork or risk of a refusal.
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View guideSource & Disclaimer
Data on this page is sourced from the official VFS Global Czech Republic website and Embassy of Czech Republic. Last verified 2026-04-28. Always verify with the official embassy before applying — fees and requirements change without notice.
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