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
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...
19 May, 2026, 03.29 PM IST
Schengen visa slots see limited availability ahead of Europe’s busy summer travel seasonTravellers planning summer trips to Europe’s Schengen Area may face delays in securing visa appointments as demand rises between May and Au...
08 May, 2026, 11.17 AM IST
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
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
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
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
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...
13 Aug, 2024, 02.37 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
Poland increases National Visa application fee by €55Poland's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has increased the national visa application fee to €135 from €80 starting June 1, 2024. The Schengen v...
03 Jun, 2024, 01.20 PM 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
Need multiple-entry visa to Europe? This Schengen country is your best optionGermany has reportedly issued the highest proportion of multiple-entry Schengen visas among all the Schengen countries, revealed the 2022 S...
02 Jun, 2023, 12.31 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
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
Remember Schengen? Europe’s quintessential fairy-tale village with lush green vineyardsA visit to the sleepy town in Europe that is a metaphor for everything Brexit, walls and immigration bans are not.
05 Feb, 2017, 12.01 AM IST