Do Indians need a visa for Estonia?
Estonia is in the Schengen Area, so Indian passport holders need a Schengen visa. Apply to Estonia when it is your main destination, through a VFS Global centre in India. Applications are decided within 15 days.
Estonia visa options for Indians
| Option | Who it is for | Stay and validity | Official fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen short-stay visa | Tourism, business and family visits | Up to 90 days in any 180-day period | €90, the standard Schengen fee |
Estonia visa fees
| Option | Official fee |
|---|---|
| Schengen short-stay visa | €90, the standard Schengen fee |
The Embassy of Estonia in New Delhi publishes the visa fee on its visa fee page; €90 is the standard Schengen fee for adults. VFS Global also collects a service fee of €22, charged in Indian rupees; children under 6 do not pay it.
Documents required
Official sources do not give a full list for every case; these are the documents applicants are normally asked for. Confirm the exact list when you apply.
- Completed Schengen visa application form with photograph
- Passport valid for at least three months after you plan to leave the Schengen Area, issued within the previous 10 years
- Travel medical insurance covering the Schengen Area
- Flight reservation and proof of accommodation
- Proof of funds and of your employment or studies
- Supporting documents for the purpose of your trip
How to apply
Apply to Estonia only if it is your main destination in the Schengen Area.
Submit your application at a VFS Global visa centre in India. VFS is the only accredited agency for Estonian visa applications.
Pay the visa fee and the VFS service fee, and give your biometrics.
Apply no earlier than six months and no later than 15 days before your trip.
Processing time
Within 15 days of a complete application being lodged; this can be extended to a maximum of 45 calendar days in individual cases.
Frequently asked questions
Estonia is in the Schengen Area, so Indian passport holders need a Schengen visa. Apply to Estonia when it is your main destination, through a VFS Global centre in India. Applications are decided within 15 days.
Schengen short-stay visa: €90, the standard Schengen fee. The Embassy of Estonia in New Delhi publishes the visa fee on its visa fee page; €90 is the standard Schengen fee for adults. VFS Global also collects a service fee of €22, charged in Indian rupees; children under 6 do not pay it.
Within 15 days of a complete application being lodged; this can be extended to a maximum of 45 calendar days in individual cases.
Apply to Estonia only if it is your main destination in the Schengen Area. Submit your application at a VFS Global visa centre in India. VFS is the only accredited agency for Estonian visa applications. Pay the visa fee and the VFS service fee, and give your biometrics. Apply no earlier than six months and no later than 15 days before your trip.
From the official sources listed at the end of this page, checked on 6 October 2026. Visa rules and fees change, so confirm them on the official site before you apply.
Official sources
The visa facts on this page come from these official pages, checked on 6 October 2026. Rules and fees can change, so confirm them before you apply.