Schengen Europe Family & friends visit
Tourism, family visits and short business trips to the Schengen area.
A Schengen family and friends visit visa lets you stay with relatives or friends in Europe, supported by an invitation letter and your host's documents. Immiways Migration provides complete visitor visa assistance, from documents to appointment.
Last updated September 2026 · Immiways Migration Advisory Services, Himayat Nagar, Hyderabad
Key facts
- Visa type
- Short-stay visitor
- Needs
- Invitation and host's residence proof
- Stay
- Up to 90 days in any 180 days
- Work
- Not allowed
- Our fee
- Quoted after your free consultation
Schengen Europe Family & friends visit: overview
Parents visiting children in Germany, France, the Netherlands and other countries are common applicants.
Host documents vary by country; we tell you exactly what's needed.
Benefits
- Tourism, family visits and business meetings
- Clear, consistent documents
- Refusal review if you applied before
- Complete assistance from start to finish
Eligibility requirements
- Genuine temporary visit
- Enough funds for the trip
- Strong ties to India
- Good travel and immigration history
Documents checklist
A typical list — we give you a personalised checklist for your case.
- Passport and old passports
- Photographs to specification
- Bank statements (last six months)
- Income tax returns
- Employment letter or business proof
- Travel itinerary and bookings
- Invitation letter (family or business visits)
Step-by-step process
- 01
Assessment
We review your purpose of travel, finances and ties to India.
- 02
Documents
Checklist, cover letter and itinerary prepared.
- 03
Application & appointment
Forms submitted and appointment booked.
- 04
Biometrics / interview
Attend biometrics or interview as required.
- 05
Decision
We track until your passport is returned.
How Immiways Migration helps
- Free eligibility assessment
- Personalised document checklist
- Forms and application prepared for you
- Regular updates until a decision
Schengen Europe Family & friends visit: FAQs
How much does the Schengen area visitor visa assistance cost?
Our fee is quoted after a free consultation and depends on the country and your case. Government visa fees are paid separately.
Does my host need to send documents?
Yes, usually an invitation letter and proof of their residence status; some countries need a formal declaration.
Can I stay with my host instead of a hotel?
Yes, with their invitation and address proof.