I am a PhD Student in UK and have been invited to Netherlands and Germany to give a talk. Both trips are funded from institutes (including accommodation and travel). Being an Indian national, I need to apply for a Schengen visa. My first visit is to Netherlands, so I am planning to apply to Netherlands visa application centre in Edinburgh. I have a gap of two days in between and have arranged my accommodation using Airbnb for the same. 1) The [form](http://www.vfsglobal.com/Netherlands/UK/how-to-apply.html) is a .pdf but it says *Please complete the Application Form in full, ensure it is signed, print a copy and bring with you when attending for your Visa appointment.* Is there a supposed to be an online form or should I just fill the form after taking a printout with a pen? All visas I have applied till now had an online form. Am I missing something? 2) Cover letter is not mentioned in the documents required section but will I need one? 3) Q. 33 in the [form](http://www.vfsglobal.com/Netherlands/UK/pdf/Schengen_Application_Form.pdf). Ideally 90% of my trip is funded by the institutes, only two days in between I am spending from my own pocket. Should I tick both, etc.? Thanks for replies. I am able to get on Acrobat and typing instead of writing but I have a few other questions: 4) Q. 16, passport issued by Govt. of India, Republic of India? 5) Q. 18, the Tier 4 visa number I have on passport is 9 digits but the space is for 7 digits only. It would be fine if I ignore 00 in the front. Will it be fine? 6) Q. 22, Member State(s) of destination: I should write both countries?