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EU’s Entry/Exit System starts October 12 - What it means for travellersThe European Union's Entry/Exit System (EES) will commence on October 12, 2025, recording biometric and travel data for non-EU nationals en...
Schengen limits tighten as Belgium introduces border checks to curb migrationBelgium is set to implement border checks this summer, targeting key entry points to combat illegal migration and deter asylum seekers reje...
European holiday planned for 2025? 10 Schengen countries have brought back internal border checksIn 2025, several Schengen nations, including Germany and France, have reinstated internal border controls due to irregular migration, terro...
Spain ends golden visa program after 12 years, citing housing market strainSpain ended its Golden Visa Program on April 3, 2025, after 12 years of granting residency to foreign investors. The scheme, primarily thro...
How to get a 5-year multiple-entry Schengen visa?A five-year multiple-entry Schengen visa allows travel to 29 countries within the region, with a 90-day stay limit in 180 days. To increase...
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...
Long queues at border control as German airports hit by IT outageGerman airports experienced a widespread IT disruption on Friday, impacting police systems at border control and causing delays at immigrat...
Two Balkan nations ring in the new year by joining the Schengen Zone, ending a 13-year waitRomania and Bulgaria joined the Schengen Zone on January 1, 2025, after a 13-year wait, removing land border controls. Austria dropped its ...
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...
Travellers on Schengen visas can add two more countries to their Europe itinerary from 2025Romania and Bulgaria are poised to gain full Schengen Area membership by early 2025, following Austria's decision to lift its opposition. T...
Poland tightens visa rules as probe confirms previous government's cash-for-visas scandalPoland has toughened its visa regulations following revelations of a cash-for-visa scandal under the previous right-wing government, costin...
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...
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...
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...
These 3 EU countries have a history of rejecting the most number of Schengen visasThese three Schengen Area Member States were responsible for rejecting 66.5% of the total number of short-term visas rejected in 2021, acco...
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...
Here’s what you need to know about the Schengen VisaThe Schengen area consists of 26 European countries. If you plan to travel to one or more of these countries, you need a Schengen Visa. Fin...
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.
Head for Switzerland on a Schengen visaIf you’re planning a trip to Switzerland during your Europe tour, you’re now spared the bother of getting a Swiss visa. The Schengen will g...
- Head for Switzerland on a Schengen visa
If you’re planning a trip to Switzerland, you’re now spared the bother of getting a Swiss visa.