Planning to work in Germany? Here's what you need to know about the work visasGermany offers various work visas for non-EU nationals to address labor shortages, enabling them to live and work in the country. Eligibili...
10 Jun, 2026, 04.31 PM IST
A step-by-step guide to getting a Germany student residence permitInternational students in Germany, excluding EU/EEA/Swiss citizens, generally require a residence permit after arrival. This permit allows ...
09 Jun, 2026, 05.42 PM IST
What is Germany's Language Course Visa? Eligibility, costs and key rules explainedGermany's Language Course Visa allows non-EU nationals to study German intensively for up to one year. Applicants need admission to a recog...
08 Jun, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
A record 1.15 million Indians applied for Schengen visas in 2025 — here's where they want to goIndian demand for European travel surged in 2025, with a record 1.15 million Schengen visa applications filed, making India the third-large...
30 May, 2026, 12.39 PM IST
One in six Indian Schengen visa applications were rejected in 2025 — these countries denied the mostIn 2025, over 181,000 Schengen visa applications from India were rejected, resulting in a 15.8% non-issuance rate. While India was a major ...
30 May, 2026, 08.58 AM IST
Indians are breaking up with Europe for a Southeast Asian getawayIndian travelers are increasingly choosing Vietnam over traditional European destinations due to rising airfares and longer flight duration...
23 May, 2026, 03.57 PM IST
Thailand ends visa-free entry for India; cuts stay for 92 other countries. Check full listThailand has revoked its 60-day visa-free entry for Indian travelers, moving India to the Visa on Arrival category. This change, affecting ...
23 May, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
India’s trade map enters a world that’s threatened by missiles & bombsIndia's ambitious trade deals are now facing their crucial test. Agreements signed with countries like the UK and Oman are in transition. W...
28 Apr, 2026, 02.17 PM IST
VFS Global opens visa centre in Bhubaneswar, reducing need to travel to KolkataVFS Global has launched a new Visa Application Centre in Bhubaneswar. This facility will help residents of Odisha and nearby regions apply ...
02 Apr, 2026, 11.57 AM IST
What is the best time to visit Switzerland? Roger Federer answersA holiday in Switzerland offers snow-capped mountains, pristine lakes, charming villages, and luxury resorts. Tennis legend Roger Federer r...
12 Sep, 2025, 01.50 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
Switzerland rejected nearly 14,000 Indian visa applications in 2022Switzerland rejected 13.2% of visa applications filed by Indian nationals in 2022, with 106,025 applications filed by Indians receiving a p...
05 Aug, 2023, 02.20 PM IST
Schengen visa appointments not suspended for Indian tour groups, Swiss embassy clarifiesEarlier, several publications ran the news that Switzerland has stopped accepting Schengen visa applications for Indian tour groups until O...
03 Aug, 2023, 07.20 PM IST
Switzerland to centralise visa processing facilities in India: EnvoyAs part of consolidating the services offered under one roof, Switzerland has planned to centralise the visa processing facilities in India...
04 Feb, 2015, 09.28 PM IST
VFS Global opens new visa application centre in BangaloreVFS Global on Wednesday opened its new Schengen Visa Application Centre that would process visa applications for 16 European countries.
19 Apr, 2012, 03.25 PM IST
Swiss visa centres in ten more citiesApplying for visa for Switzerland will become easier as Swiss visa application centres (VAC) will soon be opened in 10 more cities.
01 Mar, 2012, 11.36 PM IST
Swiss consulate in Bangalore to issue visas by mid-2012Switzerland's second consulate in India is expected to commence issue of visas by mid-2012, according to a Switzerland Tourism official.
20 Jan, 2012, 11.10 PM IST