Standard Visa Fee for Indians
As of 2025, the base visa fee for Indian applicants (tourist, student, standard work, and most visa types) is fixed at INR 8,920. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Additional Charges: Service Fees & Others
- Service-centre fee (for BLS International) β ~ INR 1,487 :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Service-centre fee (for VFS Global, where applicable) β ~ INR 1,650-1,675 :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
- Mandatory fee to Indian Community Welfare Fund (ICWF) β INR 252 :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
This means for most applicants total payable amount starts around INR 10,659 β 10,847, depending on the service-center used. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Fee for Children & Special Cases
From 2025, Indian children aged 6β12 pay the same base fee of INR 8,920 (no longer a discounted rate). :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7} Children under 6 years are typically exempt from the consular fee β but service-centre charges may still apply. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
When Fees Vary: Work Visas & Long-Term Visas
While standard work visas use the same base fee (INR 8,920), certain visa types (self-employed work visas or special authorizations) may incur additional permit/authorization costs beyond the standard visa fee. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
Whatβs Usually Not Included in Visa Fee β Budget These Too
- Travel or medical insurance (mandatory for visa application) :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
- Translation / notarization of documents (if required)
- Courier or document-delivery charges (if opting for passport courier) :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
Why Knowing Full Spain Visa Fees Helps Indian Applicants Plan Better
Many applicants assume visa fee ends at the consular fee β but service charges, processing fees, and mandatory ICWF fees add up.
Itβs smart to budget at least ~INR 11,000β12,000 when applying β and more if you need extras like insurance, courier, or document services.
When you know exact fees upfront, you avoid surprises and make your Spain visa application smoother and more transparent.