Checklist for an Airport transit visa

First, please check whether you require an airport transit visa. Indian nationals generally require an airport transit visa for the Schengen area. This visa allows a short stop-over at an international airport only. Neither leaving the airports international transit area nor overnight stays in a hotel are possible. If you need to leave the international transit area, please apply for a regular Schengen visa. Exemptions: a) Indian nationals holding a valid Schengen or natioanl visa from a member state of the Schengen area or Bulgaria, Romania, Cyprus, Liechtenstein, Ireland, UK, Canada, Japan, USA b) Indian nationals holding a valid residence permit from a member state of the Schengen area or Ireland, UK, Andorra, Canada, Japan, San Marino or USA c) family members of EU citizens d) Diplomatic passport holders generally do not require an airport transit visa. Before filling out the application form (step 2) and booking an appointment (step 3), please prepare the following documentation for your airport transit visa:

valid passport (issued within the last 10 years and with at least 3 months validity left after the scheduled return) application form 1 copy of your passports data page (A4 size copy) 2 passport pictures according to biometric specifications flight reservation visa for your final destination Demand Draft

All documents need to be presented in original plus ONE copy (A4 size). Please note that the German Consulate General reserves the right to ask for additional documents in special cases. The submission of the above-mentioned documents does not guarantee that a visa is granted. Submission of incomplete documentation or refusal to appear for a visa interview may result in the rejection of your application. Please return to our website and continue with step 2 of the application process.
as of November 2, 2012