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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. I am an Indian citizen and have a US (or Canada) visa .Do I need an airport transit visa when traveling through Frankfurt? 
    No, you don’t need an airport transit visa if you hold a confirmed ticket to your final destination.
  1. Can I submit my visitor visa application in advance? 
    Yes, you can .You are required to show the listed documents and should have a valid reason of applying.
  1. On my way to US, UK etc I wish to spend a day or two in Frankfurt .Do I need a visa? 
    Yes you need a transit B visa which is valid for 48 Hrs .Incase your stay is exceeding this time limit short term tourist visa would be required
  1. I am an Indian citizen living abroad .Do I have to apply in India? 

    For submitting an application in India you need to have a residency proof of three months.
  1. My visa got refused with no explanation. Can you let me know why and when can I reapply? 
    As per the Schengen rule no reason for refusal is given. There is no time limit for reapplication. However you can find out about the reasons for the denial in person from the Embassy Tuesdays & Thursdays.
  1. I am going to UK and I intend to visit your country. Can I make the hotel booking from UK only?
    You must provide a hotel booking at the time of submission.
  1. I am on a long term UK student visa .Can I apply a visitor visa from India?
    No, the visa is to be applied from UK itself.
  1. I am applying for an employment visa for a cook .I am residing in Chennai. Can I apply from Delhi?
    Yes, you have to apply from New Delhi.
  1. Is there any age limit for applying & prior experience required for an employment visa for a cook. 
    There is no age limit for applying for an employment visa for a cook However a 6 years of work experience is a must.
  1. If I am traveling to the US via Germany on an open ticket / buddy pass .What kind of visa will I require? 
    As your travel dates are not confirmed you will have to apply for a transit or a short stay visa.
  1. We are a family of three .How many applications do I submit? 

    One application per person has to be submitted. Each application must be supported by all the required documents.
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