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💶 Schengen visa fees increased to €90 for adults and €45 for children aged 6–12 as of June 11, 2024.
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📈 VFS Global increased its service charges twice in 2025, significantly raising overall application costs.
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🇨🇭 Switzerland saw the biggest jump—VFS fees rose from ₹1,850 to ₹2,680 (a 45% hike).
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📊 Other countries affected include Austria (36% hike), France (13%), Germany (7%), and the Netherlands (4%).
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📨 Additional services like courier and SMS updates now cost ₹500–₹1,455 and ₹300–₹800 respectively.
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💰 The total cost per person, including insurance and services, now ranges from ₹12,000 to ₹14,000.
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💱 The Euro’s rise against the Rupee (over ₹100) has made these fees even more burdensome.
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🏢 VFS justifies the hikes by citing rising operational costs and compliance with EU regulations.
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👨👩👧👦 Many families now rethink travel plans due to higher processing and convenience costs.
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🔒 Mandatory VFS processing leaves applicants with no alternative, as walk-in applications are no longer accepted in many consulates.
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