Schengen Tourist Visa
Holidays, honeymoons, island hopping
- Processing*
- About 15 calendar days
- Stay
- Up to 90 days in 180
- Validity
- As per itinerary
- Entry
- Single / Multiple
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Greece Visa for Indians
Santorini sunsets, Athens history and island ferries: Audvik helps Indian travellers build a clear, complete Greek Schengen visa application.
Schengen Visa
Processing: About 15 calendar days
Apply from anywhere in India
Overview
About the Greece visa for Indians
Whitewashed villages on Santorini, the Acropolis rising above Athens and the cliff-top monasteries of Meteora make Greece a favourite with Indian honeymooners and families alike. Because Greece is a Schengen state, Indian citizens need a short-stay Type C visa, which permits up to 90 days in any 180-day window. Applications are lodged at the Greek mission's authorised visa application centre, where fingerprints and a photograph are recorded. If Greece is the heart of your trip, or your first stop when stays are equal, the Greek mission is the right place to apply.
Island hopping creates a paperwork puzzle: several hotels, ferry legs and sometimes a domestic flight. Audvik lays all of this out as a clear day-by-day plan, matches every booking to your application form, arranges insurance with at least EUR 30,000 medical cover, books your appointment and tracks the application until your passport is returned. We can also book the ferries, hotels and international flights for you.
Greece visa types, processing time & validity
Business Visa
Meetings, shipping and trade visits
- Processing*
- About 15 calendar days
- Stay
- Up to 90 days in 180
- Validity
- As granted
- Entry
- Single / Multiple
Family & Friends Visit Visa
Visiting relatives or friends in Greece
- Processing*
- About 15 calendar days
- Stay
- Up to 90 days in 180
- Validity
- As per itinerary
- Entry
- Single / Multiple
National Visa (Type D)
Study, work or long stays
- Processing*
- Varies by purpose
- Stay
- Over 90 days
- Validity
- As per purpose
- Entry
- Multiple
*Typical timelines after a complete application; the embassy may take longer. Fees depend on visa type and urgency — tap Get Quote for current charges.
Documents required for a Greece visa
- Passport valid 3+ months beyond your return, issued in the last 10 years
- Signed Schengen visa application form
- Two 35 x 45 mm colour photographs on a white background
- Return flight booking and hotel confirmations for every island and city
- Ferry or domestic flight plan between islands, if already booked
- Personal bank statements for the last 3–6 months
- ITR acknowledgements for the last 2–3 years
- Leave approval from your employer, or business proof if self-employed
- Marriage certificate if a spouse is funding the trip or names differ
- Travel medical insurance of at least EUR 30,000 for the whole trip
The exact list depends on your profile (employed, self-employed, student, retired) and purpose of travel. We share a personalised checklist with your quote.
Important things to know
- Greek summer, roughly May to September, is peak season; apply as early as six months ahead to secure a convenient appointment.
- Your hotel dates must cover every night in Greece; gaps between islands are a common reason for queries from the mission.
- Newly-weds whose passports do not yet show the spouse's name should add the marriage certificate to the file.
- Visa decisions rest entirely with the Greek mission; Audvik improves the quality of your file but cannot influence the outcome.
How to apply for your Greece visa with Audvik
1. Share your plan
Tell us your destination, dates and purpose on call, WhatsApp or the form.
2. Get your checklist
We send a personalised document list and a clear, upfront quote.
3. We prepare & file
Our team fills the form, reviews every document and books the appointment.
4. Track & travel
Get status updates until your visa is issued, then fly with confidence.
Greece visa FAQs
Do Indians need a visa for Greece?
Yes. Indian passport holders need a Schengen short-stay visa to visit Greece for tourism, business or family visits. It allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period and is valid for other Schengen countries too, as long as Greece is where you spend the most time.
Can I visit Santorini, Mykonos and Crete on a Greece Schengen visa?
Yes. All Greek islands are part of Greece and covered by your Schengen visa. Note that a ferry to a nearby Turkish port takes you out of the Schengen Area, so you would need a Turkish visa and a multiple-entry Schengen visa to come back to Greece.
How long does a Greece visa take for Indian citizens?
Most applications are decided in about 15 calendar days from the date of your appointment, though it can take up to 45 days in peak season or if extra documents are needed. We recommend applying at least a month before travel, and earlier for summer trips.
Is a Greece visa easier to get than other Schengen visas?
Every Schengen country follows the same visa code, so no country is officially easier. What matters is applying to the correct country, which is where you spend the most nights, and submitting a consistent, well-supported file. Choosing Greece only because it seems easier can backfire.
Can Audvik plan my Greece honeymoon along with the visa?
Yes. Audvik can combine your visa assistance with flights, island hotels, ferry tickets and private tours to places such as Oia and the Acropolis. Planning both together means your bookings and visa documents line up perfectly, which keeps your application tidy.
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Why Audvik for your visa?
- Document checklist made for your profile
- Forms filled and reviewed by our visa desk
- Appointment booking and status updates
- Flights, hotels, insurance and tours in one place
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Planning a trip to Greece?
Talk to our visa desk today. We will check your documents and guide you through every step.
Please note: Audvik Tours and Travels is a private travel agency that assists with visa applications; we are not affiliated with any embassy or government. Visa rules, fees and processing times are set by the issuing country, change often and are shown here as a general guide. The decision to grant a visa rests solely with the embassy or immigration authority.