Read on to get information about the country you are visiting. From Currency to Climate to Holidays to Airports, get the exact facts before your travel.
Name: Republic of Estonia
Location: Northern Europe
Time: IST (-) 3 1/2 hrs
Capital: Tallinn
Language: Estonian (official), Russian, and other
Area: 45,227 sq kms
Population: 1,266,375 (July 2013 est.)
National Day: 24 Feb (Independence Day)
Currency: Estonian Kroon (EEK) 1 = INR 3.81
Climate: Estonia enjoys a temperate climate, but has considerable temperature variations. The summer is warm with quite mild weather in spring and autumn. However, the winter season starts from November and lasts till mid-March. Winters can be very cold with heavy snowfall. However, the rainfall is distributed all through the year with being heaviest during the month of August.
Holidays-Year 2018: 1 Jan - New Year's Day, 24 Feb - Independence Day, 18 Apr - Good Friday, 1 May - Labour Day, 8 Jun - Whit Sunday (Pentecost), 23 Jun - Võidupüha (Victory Day), 24 Jun - Jaanipäev (St John's Day/Midsummer's Day), 20 Aug - Restoration of Independence Day, 25 Dec - Christmas Day, 26 Dec - Boxing Day
Airline Name: Estonian Airlines (OV)
International Airports: Tallinn (TLL)
This section gives you all details on visa rules and information. Here, you will find detailed information on all kinds of Visa, rules on visitor policies, visa forms and visa fees.
Estonia is a Schengen State and has some specific visa guidelines. Kindly go through the following note:
Schengen Territory: The citizens of India can get short stay visa for a period that ranges from one to ninety days, which will be valid for all countries of the Schengen Territory i.e. Austria, Benelux (Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg), Denmark, Czech Republic, Estonia, France, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Greece, Iceland, Latvia, Italy, Lithuania, Norway, Malta, Poland, Slovakia, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden & Switzerland. The Schengen Convention is an innovative initiative taken for freedom of circulation of people. According to the same, foreigners having a valid stay permit delivered by one of the Schengen states can leave and later re-enter the Schengen Territory without taking visa again, but with a condition that they have a valid passport along with relevant travel document and a multiple entry visa. However, application for visas have to be submitted with the relevant Consular authorities, which are to be determined according to the following criteria
1. If the applicant intends to stay in one country only, the application should be submitted at the Representation of the same country.
2. If the applicant intends to travel to more than a few member States, the application should be submitted at the Representation of the country where the main point of travel lies mentioning the duration of stay.
3. If the main destination cannot be determined, the competent Consular office for processing the application will be one of the countries of the first port of entry into the Schengen Territory.
4. However, the long term visas are still subject to the Law of the country of destination. They must be applied for at the Consular Authorities of the concerned member of the states.
Tourist Visa
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All submissions of visa application are subject to prior appointment only. In order to get an appointment at the Estonian Embassy in New Delhi, applicant should visit the registration site: //rakendused.vm.ee/consul/broneerimine/index.php?keel_id=2 or call 011- 4948 8650.
- Passport of the Applicant should be valid for at least 3 months beyond the expiry date of your visa. The passports should be issued within the previous 10 years and must have at least two blank pages for visas.
- Application should be enclosed with photocopy of the passport first and last page.
- One duly filled in and signed visa form by the applicant. The link for the same is: - //www.mfa.ee/visa. In case, several persons (minors or a spouse) are covered by the same travel document, individual application forms need to be filled in and signed by the concerned persons. In case of minors, the application should be duly signed by the parental authority or the legal guardian.
- Applicants should attach two latest colored photographs (of size 35 x 40 mm), with a light background and 70% face coverage. Photograph should not be older than 6 months and should not be corrected by any software.
- The applicant should attach a covering letter mentioning the purpose of travel.
- Applicant should be enclosed with applicant's bank statement of past six months, no deposits.
- Application should also be attached with proof of accommodation for the whole duration of the intended stay.
- The travel program of the applicant should also be attached like documents providing clear evidences (booking transportation, travel itinerary etc.)
- The documentary proof of flight reservation should also be attached.
- If an applicant is applying for multiple visits, then reservation of the first visit.
- Application should be enclosed with confirmed return ticket. However, the ticket should be bought only after the visa has been issued.
Applicant must take travel insurance policy, valid in Schengen countries with coverage of minimum 30.000 EUR for the whole duration of stay in Schengen area.
Some approved Indian Travel Insurance Companies providing Travel Medical Insurance for Schengen Visa are:
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Apollo Munich for the age group of 6 months to 70 years.
- Bajaj Allianz for the age group of 6 months to 70 years.
- ICICI Lombard for the age group of 3 months to 51 years.
- IFFCO Tokio for the age group of 3 months to 70 years.
- Future Generali for the age group of 6 months to 55 years.
- NATIONAL for the age group of 6 months to 60 years.
- Reliance for the age group of 3 months to 70 years.
- Tata/AIG for the age group of 6 months to 55 years.
- Oriental Insurance Company for the age group of 6 months to 60 years.
For Employees:
A letter from the employer (in English) on official company paper with stamp, signature, date and clearly mentioning applicant's following details should be attached:
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Address, telephone and fax numbers of the employing company.
- The name and position in the employing company of the countersigning officer.
- The name of the applicant, position, salary.
- And years of service.
- Approval for leave or absence.
For retired persons:-
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The applicant should submit the evidence of pension or other regular income.
For Unemployed Adults:-
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If the applicant is married, then the letter of employment and income of the spouse and apostilled certificate of marriage should be attached with the application.
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If the applicant is single / divorced / widow / widower, then any other proof of regular income is required to be enclosed with the visa application form.
For minors (under 18):-
Student card & Original letter of the school, mentioning the following details should be submitted along with the application form:
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Full address, telephone number of the school.
- Permission for absence.
- Name and function of the person giving the permission.
- 1 photocopy thereof.
For Minors travelling alone or with one parent:-
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A notarized certificate of permission to travel from both parents or legal guardians (when minor is travelling alone) or written confirmation from the parent or legal guardian not travelling (if minor is travelling with one parent) is to be attached with the application.
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A certificate of family relation certified with apostille or proof of guardianship should be attached.
A Notarized Authority letter should be provided in favor of the person who will submit and collect the passport.
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On request of a consular officer, the applicant might be asked to submit any additional documents or to appear in person.
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A visa application should be submitted at least 15 calendar days prior to the planned visit (as 15 days is the normal visa processing time). One must also note that the same cannot be lodged earlier than three months before the start of the intended visit.
The visa fee has to be paid (in INR) in cash or by bank transfer to The Bank Accounts of the MINISTRY OF FINANCE
SEB Bank a/c 10220034796011
BIC: EEUHEE2X
IBAN: EE891010220034796011
Swedbank a/c 221023778606
BIC: HABAEE2X
IBAN: EE932200221023778606
Business Visa
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All submissions of visa application are subject to prior appointment only. In order to get an appointment at the Estonian Embassy in New Delhi, applicant should visit the registration site: //rakendused.vm.ee/consul/broneerimine/index.php?keel_id=2 or call 011- 4948 8650.
- Passport of the Applicant should be valid for at least 3 months beyond the expiry date of your visa. The passports should be issued within the previous 10 years and must have at least two blank pages for visas.
- Application should be enclosed with photocopy of the passport first and last page.
- One duly filled in and signed visa form by the applicant. The link for the same is:- //www.mfa.ee/visa. In case, several persons (minors or a spouse) are covered by the same travel document, individual application forms need to be filled in and signed by the concerned persons. In case of minors, the application should be duly signed by the parental authority or the legal guardian.
- Applicants should attach two latest colored photographs (of size 35 x 40 mm), with a light background and 70% face coverage. Photograph should not be older than 6 months and should not be corrected by any software.
- Application should also be attached with proof of accommodation for the whole duration of the intended stay in the territory of the member states of the Schengen area.
- Applicant should submit proof of funds in form of bank statements from the last 3 to 6 months, no deposits. In addition, the proof of the funds of applicant's (employer's) company, if the company pays the costs of travel and living; or proof of applicant's personal funds, in case personally covering the costs of travel and living should be attached with the application.
- The documentary proof of flight reservation should also be attached.
Application should be enclosed with confirmed return ticket. However, the ticket should be bought only after the visa has been issued.
- If an applicant is applying for multiple visits, then reservation of the first visit.
Applicant must take travel insurance policy, valid in Schengen countries with coverage of minimum 30.000 EUR for the whole duration of stay in Schengen area.
Some approved Indian Travel Insurance Companies providing Travel Medical Insurance for Schengen Visa are:
-
Apollo Munich for the age group of 6 months to 70 years.
- Bajaj Allianz for the age group of 6 months to 70 years.
- ICICI Lombard for the age group of 3 months to 51 years.
- IFFCO Tokio for the age group of 3 months to 70 years.
- Future Generali for the age group of 6 months to 55 years.
- NATIONAL for the age group of 6 months to 60 years.
- Reliance for the age group of 3 months to 70 years.
- Tata/AIG for the age group of 6 months to 55 years.
- Oriental Insurance Company for the age group of 6 months to 60 years.
For Employees:
A letter from the employer (in English) on official company paper with stamp, signature, date and clearly mentioning applicant's following details should be attached:
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Address, telephone and fax numbers of the employing company.
- The name and position in the employing company of the countersigning officer.
- The name of the applicant, position, salary.
- And years of service.
- Approval for leave or absence.
Business license of applicant's company and original letter from employer. A copy of the business license on official company paper with stamp and signature, mentioning the following details, should be attached with the application form:
- Full address and contact persons of the company.
- The name and position of the countersigning officer.
- Name, position, salary and years of employment.
- The purpose of the visit.
- Confirmation of position after the return.
- The person or the entity that will bear applicant's travel and living costs.
The original invitation letter from the organizer of the event or the training should be attached with the visa application form. On official company paper with stamp and signature, mentioning clearly:
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The full address and contacts of the company.
- The name and position of the countersigning officer.
- Purpose and duration of the visit.
- Detailed program (travel itinerary and other details).
- The person or the entity that will bear your travel and living costs.
- Whether the sponsor gives financial guaranty for your return to India.
Work Permit (if applicable). An applicant might require a work permit in the following cases:
- Business training on the job.
- Working in applicant's own company in the Member state of Schengen Area as destination.
A Notarized Authority letter should be provided in favor of the person who will submit and collect the passport.
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On request of a consular officer, the applicant might be asked to submit any additional documents or to appear in person.
- A visa application should be submitted at least 15 calendar days prior to the planned visit (as 15 days is the normal visa processing time). One must also note that the same cannot be lodged earlier than three months before the start of the intended visit.
The visa fee has to be paid (in INR) in cash or by bank transfer to The Bank Accounts of the MINISTRY OF FINANCE
SEB Bank a/c 10220034796011
IBAN: EE891010220034796011
BIC: EEUHEE2X
Swedbank a/c 221023778606
BIC: HABAEE2X
IBAN: EE932200221023778606
Read on to this section to find-out about details of the nearest embassy of country or consulate of the country you want to visit.
New Delhi
Name: The Embassy of the Republic of Estonia
Address: C15, Malcha Marg, Chanakyapuri
City: New Delhi - 110 021
Country: India
Telephone: 011- 4948 8650
Timings: Mon to Fri
Office Timings: 1000 to 1600 hrs
Visa Timings: 1000 to 1200 hrs & 1400 to 1600 hrs. (Mon & Wed)
Email: Embassy.New-Delhi@mfa.ee
Territory Jurisdiction: No Territory Jurisdiction. All Passports are processed in New Delhi only.
Mumbai
Name: Honorary Consulate of Estonia
Address: 312 T.V. Industrial Estate, 248/A, S.K. Ahire Marge, Worli
City: Mumbai - 400 030
Country: India
Telephone: 022- 2496 8882/ 83 / 84/ 85
Fax: 022- 2496 8886
Timings: Mon to Fri
Office Timings: 1030 hrs to 1330 hrs
Email: consulmumbai.estonia@gmail.com
Territory Jurisdiction: No Territory Jurisdiction. All Passports are processed in New Delhi only
In this section, you can download the visa forms for the destination country according to your requirement and purpose of the tour. However, you must note that submission / acceptation of forms will subject to the visa rules and regulations of the specific country.
