Kolkata Schengen Slot Tracker 2026: Live VFS Status (Pinned)

Kolkata Schengen Slot Tracker 2026 (Pinned)

Live-updated thread. Bookmark + repost. Last refresh: 16 Jun 2026.

This Week's Snapshot (Kolkata VFS, Rajarhat)

• France: typically 3-4 week wait
• Germany: approximately 4-6 weeks
• Netherlands: premium lounge slots open Mondays 8am IST
• Italy: sparse — refresh Wed/Fri 10am
• Spain: moderate availability

Booking Checklist

• Passport valid 6+ months
• ITR (last 2 years)
• Bank statement (6 months, ~₹1L+ balance)
• Confirmed return tickets + hotel
• Travel insurance €30,000 cover
• Cover letter + day-wise itinerary

Realistic Costs 2026

• VFS service fee: ₹1,800-₹2,400
• Schengen visa fee: ₹8,000-₹9,500
• Premium lounge: ₹4,500-₹6,000
• End-to-end via Visa Agents in Kolkata: ₹12,000-₹18,000

Insider Tips

1. Refresh slots at 8:02am IST — bots clear by 8:15
2. Multi-entry > single-entry, same fee
3. Apply 90 days out, not 15

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