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Schengen Visa (Greece Embassy)

Greece Tourist Visa

2 – 4 weeks
Processing Time
90 days across Schengen Zone
Max Stay
EUR 90 (adults)
Visa Fee
No
Interview Required

Overview

Greece is part of the Schengen Area — a visa applied through the Greek Embassy grants access to all 27 Schengen countries. Santorini, Athens, Mykonos, and Crete are among the most iconic destinations. If Greece is your primary or sole destination, apply through VFS Global for Greece in your city. Travel insurance of at least EUR 30,000 is mandatory.

Key Requirements

Valid passport (3 months beyond return date)
Schengen travel insurance (EUR 30,000+)
Return flight tickets
Hotel reservations for all nights
Bank statements (EUR 50–100/day)
Employer letter and leave approval

Documents Required

Valid passport + copies
2 recent photographs (ICAO standard)
Old passports if any

Application Process

01

Apply Through Greece Embassy/VFS

Greece visa applications in India are processed through VFS Global. We book your appointment.

02

Biometrics

First-time Schengen applicants submit biometrics at the VFS centre at time of application.

03

Document Submission

Submit all documents in the correct order. Our team reviews and prepares your file completely.

04

Processing

Embassy processes in 15 calendar days. We recommend applying at least 4 weeks before departure.

05

Visa Ready

Passport returned to you by courier or for collection at VFS with the Schengen visa sticker.

Insider Tips

  • 1Book popular islands (Santorini, Mykonos) 3–4 months ahead — they fill up in summer
  • 2A Greece-specific Schengen visa allows travel to all 27 Schengen countries
  • 3Always buy travel insurance before applying — it's a mandatory visa requirement
  • 4Greek islands have limited ATM access — carry some EUR cash

Frequently Asked Questions

Apply for Greece Tourist Visa

Complete document review, expert guidance, and end-to-end support for your Greece visit.

Visa Fee

EUR 90 (adults)

Children 6–12 pay EUR 45. Under 6 free. Fee paid at time of appointment. Non-refundable.

Why Apply Through Aavanto?

Document review before submission
Dedicated visa counsellor
97% approval track record
Real-time status tracking