No French, No civic test: France’s exam‑free Visiteur visa Indian HNIs are quietly using as a first step to EU residencyFrance's 2026 immigration reforms, including civic exams and language tests, have caused concern for many. However, the financially indepen...
29 Apr, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
International travel insurance: How to choose right cover with adequate medical protection, add-ons and claims supportMedical coverage, duration and geography, add-ons, and claims experience are some aspects one must keep in mind before selecting the intern...
27 Apr, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
HNIs eye Greece residency as alternative to Dubai optionAffluent Indians are increasingly eyeing Greece as a destination for permanent residency. The motivations behind this trend include evolvin...
10 Apr, 2026, 10.10 PM IST
Schengen visa fees breakup explained. Some countries cost more and others lessFor Indian travellers, a Schengen visa grants access to 29 European countries for up to 90 days, costing ₹9,100 for adults and ₹4,600 for c...
25 Aug, 2025, 04.02 PM IST
Schengen visa gets expensive for Indians as VFS hikes service chargesVFS Global has hiked its Schengen visa service charges for Indian applicants — the first increase since 2023 — making European trips pricie...
22 Aug, 2025, 06.36 PM IST
Schengen visa to go fully digital: No more lengthy paperwork & traditional visa stickersThe EU is transitioning to a fully digital Schengen visa system by 2028, replacing stickers with encrypted barcodes. Applicants will comple...
01 Aug, 2025, 11.55 AM IST
Europe’s Schengen border security system vulnerable to hacks. Audit warns of catastrophic beach riskA confidential audit of the EU’s Schengen Information System II (SIS II) revealed thousands of severe cybersecurity flaws, including excess...
02 Jul, 2025, 11.32 AM IST
Heading to Europe? This is how long you have to wait for your Schengen visa appointmentAs summer approaches, the race for Schengen visas intensifies, with appointment slots filling up quickly. Getting an appointment can be tou...
22 Apr, 2025, 01.28 PM IST
Schengen visa: What is the cascading visa regime being talked about in the India-EU FTA?Indian nationals will soon benefit from a simplified and extended Schengen visa process, allowing for multi-entry visas valid up to five ye...
28 Feb, 2025, 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
Swedish embassy in their infinite wisdom...: Even Emmy-nominated Vir Das struggles with Schengen visaStand-up comedian and actor Vir Das, who is set to host the 2024 International Emmy Awards, has postponed his Dublin show due to Schengen v...
28 Sep, 2024, 03.55 PM IST
Is travel insurance mandatory for Schengen Visa applications?Understanding visa requirements is crucial when planning a trip to Europe. To visit any of the 27 countries in the Schengen Area, a Schenge...
11 Jun, 2024, 10.44 AM IST
Indians' Europe travel plans in limbo this summer over Schengen visa slot shortageIndians planning to visit the Schengen Area this summer are facing challenges in securing appointment slots for Schengen visas, leading to ...
17 May, 2024, 10.17 PM 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
Schengen visa rule to give more Indians a reason to plan European summersAccording to the newly adopted visa "cascade" regime for India, Indian nationals can now be issued long-term, multi-entry Schengen visas va...
25 Apr, 2024, 10.38 AM IST
Schengen visa rejection rates for Indians among the highest in the worldEstonia, Malta and Slovenia rejected the most number of Schengen visa applications from India, while Germany, Italy and Hungary accepted th...
15 May, 2023, 05.05 PM IST
Applying for a Schengen visa? You don't need an agent, just keep these points in mindThe various types of visas, required documents and process, we've got it all covered.
03 Oct, 2017, 04.06 PM IST