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Thailand cuts visa-free stays for more than 90 countries, citing crime by foreignersThailand is drastically cutting the length of visa-free stays for tourists from more than 90 countries in an effort to curb crime involving...
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...
UK visa in hand? Five European destinations Indian travellers can visit without any extra paperworkGreat news for Indian travelers. A valid UK visa now unlocks access to Serbia, Albania, Montenegro, Ireland and Georgia. Explore historic s...
Can I extend my Schengen visa?Schengen visa extensions are allowed under EU regulations for valid reasons, including late entry, medical treatment, family or personal em...
You can get a free Schengen visa if...Family members of EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens are entitled to a free Schengen visa if traveling with or joining the EU citizen. Eligible fa...
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...
My Schengen visa was rejected. What now?European vacations are becoming increasingly popular among Indians, with Schengen visa applications from India rising by 43% in 2023 compar...
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 ...
Schengen visas get costlier by 12% after European Union hikes feeThe fee hike comes after the Schengen Visa Code mandated every three years revision of EU visa fees in December 2023. The EU justifies the ...
Delays in Schengen visa appointment prompt Indians to change course to Georgia, JapanFor the third consecutive year, delays in Schengen visa appointments have led Indian travelers preparing for their summer vacations to expl...
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 ...
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...
Indians can now apply for a multiple entry Schengen visa with longer validityThe European Commission's new visa 'cascade' regime simplifies Schengen visa access for Indian nationals, enabling long-term multi-entry vi...
Bulgaria, Romania take first steps into Europe's visa-free Schengen zoneWith Bulgaria and Romania's inclusion, the Schengen area now has 29 members, including several European Union states along with Switzerland...
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...
European holiday in mind? Your Schengen visa may soon cost you moreThe European Commission has proposed raising the fees for Schengen visas, impacting both adults and children. The adjustment would see fees...
Indians in UAE to enjoy lower fares and faster Schengen visa processing timeIndian residents in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) planning trips to Europe can now benefit from more affordable airfares and faster proces...
Italy is working to reduce waiting time for Indians to get a Schengen visaAmbassador de Luca pointed out that Italy is presently faced with a substantial influx of Schengen visa applications, similar to other issu...
Long wait for Schengen visas likely to get longerThe Schengen visa situation could in fact get worse now. The embassy of Denmark in New Delhi has temporarily suspends all new visa appointm...
Netherlands sets up visa centre in ChennaiThe joint-visa application centre, in association with VFS Global, has been set up to accept applications for getting Schengen visas, a rel...