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Schengen Visa Appointment Availability in Delhi — All Countries (2026)
Updated: April 7, 2026
Currently the fastest appointment from Delhi is for Greece (1-2 weeks wait). Compare all 10 popular Schengen countries below.
Wait Times by Country (Sorted Fastest First)
| Rank | Country | Appointment Wait | Approval Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greece | 1-2 weeks | 96% |
| 2 | Portugal | 1-2 weeks | 92% |
| 3 | Netherlands | 1-3 weeks | 94% |
| 4 | Switzerland | 2-3 weeks | 87% |
| 5 | Austria | 2-3 weeks | 86% |
| 6 | Belgium | 2-3 weeks | 87% |
| 7 | Germany | 2-4 weeks | 89% |
| 8 | Spain | 2-4 weeks | 88% |
| 9 | France | 3-5 weeks | 84% |
| 10 | Italy | 4-6 weeks | 85% |
Estimates based on community reports as of April 2026. Always verify directly with VFS Global before booking.
VFS Global Centre in Delhi
What to Expect at the Delhi VFS Centre
The Delhi VFS centre relocated to its new Kasturba Gandhi Marg location in January 2026 after years at Shivaji Stadium Metro. The new centre handles applications for 18 Schengen countries, making it the most comprehensive Schengen visa hub in North India. Mornings are consistently crowded — Indian applicants often start queuing by 7:30 AM, so plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before your slot. The nearest metro station is Rajiv Chowk on the Blue and Yellow lines, about a 10-minute walk. On-site parking is extremely limited and street parking around Connaught Place fills up by 9 AM, so consider auto-rickshaws or app-based cabs. Carry printouts of every document you submit online — the Delhi centre still requires physical copies even when you've uploaded digitally. A premium lounge service is available for ₹2,500-3,500 extra, which gives you priority queue access, refreshments, and a quieter waiting area — worth it during peak season when waits inside can stretch to 2 hours.
Best Strategy for Delhi Applicants
If France or Italy waits are too long from Delhi (typically 3-6 weeks), consider applying through Germany — Delhi appointments are usually 2-4 weeks and Germany processes faster than any other major consulate (5-10 days post-submission). Another option: book a flight to Kolkata and apply there. Kolkata waits are often 2-3 weeks shorter, and a single round-trip flight (~₹6,000) plus one night's stay can easily save you a month of waiting. Always check VFS at 6:30-7:00 AM IST for cancellation slots — Delhi has the highest cancellation rate in India because applicants rebook constantly when better dates open up. Premium lounge access is also worth considering for Delhi if you're applying during April-August peak season.
Frequently Booked from Delhi
The three most popular Schengen countries for visa applications submitted at the Delhi VFS centre:
Quick Tips for Delhi Applicants
- Delhi VFS centre handles the highest volume in India — book early, especially for France and Italy.
- New slots typically release between 6-7 AM. Set an alarm and check daily.
- Connaught Place location is well-connected via Shivaji Stadium Metro.
- Cancellation slots open randomly throughout the day — keep refreshing.
- If Delhi is full, Hyderabad and Kolkata almost always have shorter waits.
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