Switzerland, France lead as top Schengen visa issuers for Indians; Germany closes behindWith summer travel approaching, Indian travellers are advised to plan their Schengen visa applications strategically due to high demand. Sw...
26 May, 2025, 11.41 AM IST
Indians lost Rs 136 crore in failed Schengen visas, with over 1.65 lakh applications rejected in 2024In 2024, Indian Schengen visa applicants faced significant hurdles, with over 1.65 lakh rejections leading to ₹136 crore in non-refundable ...
23 May, 2025, 12.43 PM IST
What is the best time to apply for a Schengen visa?To apply for a Schengen Visa, it is recommended to start the process 3 to 4 weeks before your trip, or earlier for high-demand countries li...
08 Jan, 2025, 04.28 PM IST
EU says Romania and Bulgaria can join Schengen zone starting from Jan 2025The European Union has approved Romania and Bulgaria's full entry into the Schengen Zone via land borders starting January 1, 2025. Hungary...
12 Dec, 2024, 05.53 PM IST
Why applying for a Schengen visa is 'humiliating' for IndiansGetting a US tourist visa is generally simpler than obtaining a Schengen visa for Europe. The US process involves less paperwork, thanks to...
12 Nov, 2024, 03.19 PM IST
Why was my Schengen visa rejected?European vacations are increasingly popular among Indians, but obtaining a Schengen visa remains challenging. Common reasons for rejection ...
27 Sep, 2024, 09.49 AM IST
Why you may need a Schengen Visa on your next trip to the US or CanadaTraveling to the US or Canada with layovers in Schengen countries may require a transit Schengen visa. This visa allows passage through air...
08 Sep, 2024, 01.40 PM IST
Indians spent over €12 million in rejected Schengen visa applications last yearIn 2023, Indians faced high rejection rates for Schengen visas, resulting in a loss of €12.1 million. Schengen states rejected 1.6 million ...
26 Jun, 2024, 02.54 PM IST
Germany: The top choice for obtaining multiple-entry Schengen Visa this yearThe report suggests that Germany is the best option for obtaining a multiple-entry visa to enter Schengen Area countries, as it has a high ...
24 Jun, 2024, 11.35 AM IST
Europe trips growing popular among Indians: Schengen visa applications surge by nearly 40%The European Commission's recent report indicates a growing preference for European vacations among Indian travelers, with a notable 43% in...
15 May, 2024, 11.15 PM IST
EU to make it easier for migrants to work & live in EuropeThe European Union is simplifying the process for foreign workers to obtain work and residency permits to address labour shortages and prom...
18 Mar, 2024, 02.15 PM IST
France becomes first European country to issue digital Schengen visasAthletes and officials holding a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa won't need to apply for a separate French Schengen visa. Instead, they ...
03 Jan, 2024, 10.55 AM IST
Good news for travellers to Europe! The Schengen visa is going digitalThe change is expected to come into effect following technical work on the visa platform, which is anticipated to take several months, and ...
14 Nov, 2023, 12.35 PM IST
Stay away from visa scammers, warns VFSVFS Global, the global visa processor, cautioned Schengen visa applicants that they do not have any say in the decision and timeline relati...
11 Aug, 2023, 06.48 PM IST
Starting January 1, you can visit Croatia on a Schengen visaThe world's largest free travel zone, the Schengen area comprises 26 countries — 22 EU states plus Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switz...
09 Dec, 2022, 10.50 AM IST
Schengen Visa processing to happen within a fortnight: Greece Embassy in DelhiA trip to picturesque Santorini will no longer be plagued by visa delays. The Greece embassy says it has resolved the issue causing visa pr...
05 Jul, 2022, 11.24 AM IST
From February 2, get Schengen visa 6 months in advanceFebruary 2 onwards, one will be able to apply for a Schengen visa for a trip to Europe up to six months in advance of the proposed travel d...
25 Jan, 2020, 11.10 AM IST