Schengen Short-Stay (Type C) — Study / Research / InternshipVerified 2026-05-12Slovakia Short-Term Study / Research / Internship Visa (Schengen Type C)
Visa for academic exchanges, research collaborations, or internships of 90 days or fewer in Slovak institutions. Long-term programmes (>90 days) require a separate residence permit via the Slovak Foreign Police.
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Processing
15 calendar days from when the Slovak Embassy receives your complete application
Stay Duration
90 days in any 180-day period (Schengen-wide)
Starting Fee
€90
Apply At
10 VFS centres
Special Instructions — Read Before Applying
These requirements apply to ALL Slovakia visa types. Violations mean your application will be rejected — read each one carefully.
- 1Apply at least 15 days before travel — up to 6 months ahead accepted.
- 2Passport must be valid 3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years.
- 3Travel medical insurance €30,000 minimum, Schengen-wide, covers full trip + emergency evacuation.
- 4Bank statement must show consistent funds for the trip duration (minimum ~€50/day/person).
- 5Documents not in English must be translated by an authorised translator.
- 6Do NOT purchase flight tickets until visa is approved — only reservations are needed.
Who Can Apply
- Indian students on short academic exchange programmes ≤90 days
- Researchers on short-term collaborations or conferences
- Interns on short paid/unpaid internships ≤90 days
Not eligible under this visa:
- Full-degree students or programmes >90 days (apply for long-term residence permit)
- Employment-based positions (apply for work permit)
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Fees (in INR)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Adult visa (Schengen Type C) — Embassy fee | €90 |
| Children 6–12 years — Embassy fee | €45 |
| Children under 6 years — Embassy fee | FREE |
| VFS service charge | ₹2,052 |
| Courier (outside Delhi) | ₹432 |
Embassy fees are set in EUR by the Slovak Embassy — the INR charged at VFS varies with the daily exchange rate. All fees payable in Cash / Card / UPI and are non-refundable regardless of visa outcome. Family members of EU/EEA/Swiss nationals are exempt from the embassy fee. Students may be eligible for fee waivers — verify with the inviting Slovak institution.
Documents Required
Academic / Research Documents
- !Certificate of admission or registration at Slovak educational establishment OR research institute
For academic/vocational courses, exchanges, or research
- ○Cover letter from inviting Slovak company (for internships)
- ○Indian institution's certificate of enrolment (if currently a student)
Core Documents
- !Schengen application form (English, signed)
- !Valid passport + previous passports
- !Passport-size photo
- !Travel medical insurance €30,000
- !Return flight reservation
- !Accommodation proof — student housing / hotel / host family
- !Bank statement (3 months) showing subsistence funds + ITR (2 years if filing)
! = mandatory · ○ = optional / if applicable
The journey.
4 steps from intake to approval. Curved spine on the right shows the natural pace — never as linear as government sites pretend.
- 01
Get admission / acceptance from Slovak institution
Letter on official letterhead with programme details + duration.
- 02
Fill Schengen application
From Slovak Embassy website.
- 03
Book VFS appointment + submit
visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/svk.
- 04
Decision + passport return
15 days standard.
What works
4 levers that flip a borderline case.
- Apply 6-8 weeks before programme start.
- Student fee waivers exist via Erasmus + bilateral agreements — ask your Slovak host.
- A Slovakia Schengen visa allows travel to all 29 Schengen countries within the validity printed on the sticker.
- Bratislava is well-connected to Vienna (~1 hour by train) — many travellers combine Slovakia + Austria.
What kills cases
Top 3 refusal triggers we see.
- 1Admission letter lacks programme specifics
- 2Insufficient subsistence funds
- 3Insurance gap
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 VFS Switzerland page
- 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
Long-term studies (>90 days)?+
Can I work part-time on a short-stay study visa?+
Are PhD researchers eligible?+
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- 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.
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- 4
Refusal
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Source & Disclaimer
Data on this page is sourced from the official VFS Global Slovakia website and Embassy of Slovakia. Last verified 2026-05-12. Always verify with the official embassy before applying — fees and requirements change without notice.
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