The primary types of Schengen Visas available for Indian citizens are given below:
|
Type |
Description |
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Short-Stay (Type C) Visa |
This visa allows stays for a maximum of 90 days in a 180-day period across the Schengen Area. Applicants can opt for a single-entry, double-entry, or multiple-entry Type C Visa. |
|
National Visa (D Visa) |
The Long-Term Stay facilitates extended stays in a particular Schengen country and is used for study, work, or family reunification. |
|
Airport Transit Visa (ATV) |
The Type A facilitates transit through the transit zone of a Schengen airport without entering the country. |
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Type B (Overland Transit) |
It allows travel through Schengen countries for a maximum of 5 days to arrive at a non-Schengen destination. |