Yes, a Schengen visa can be applied online as many Schengen countries provide online visa form submission through their embassy and consulate websites. The submission of documents and biometric data requires a physical visit to a visa application centre such as VFS Global or BLS International. The application systems of France and Germany currently include e-forms and e-appointment booking while Schengen short-stay visas do not have full online processing for e-visa issuance yet. Always confirm the correct procedure through the embassy's official website for your specific region.