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Italy's biometric rule to increase Schengen visa travel costs for Indians

The fingerprinting process, already a requirement for short-term visas, is now extended to cover long-term visas

Italy's biometric rule to increase Schengen visa travel costs for Indians
Updated On : 09 Jan 2025 | 12:43 PM IST

Schengen visa: Travel to Bulgaria and Romania could get easier by 2025

Bulgaria and Romania are one step away from full membership in the Schengen Area, the European Union's borderless travel zone

Schengen visa: Travel to Bulgaria and Romania could get easier by 2025
Updated On : 25 Nov 2024 | 3:18 PM IST

Germany over Spain! Higher Schengen visa approval rate draws more Indians

So far this year, around 175,000 Indian tourists have visited Germany between January and July, contributing to 5,23,076 overnight stays

Germany over Spain! Higher Schengen visa approval rate draws more Indians
Updated On : 23 Oct 2024 | 4:28 PM IST

Schengen transit visa a must for connecting flights via Europe: Here's why

Indian citizens generally need a Schengen transit visa if their flight has a layover in a Schengen country

Schengen transit visa a must for connecting flights via Europe: Here's why
Updated On : 09 Sep 2024 | 10:57 AM IST

Schengen visa mandatory for all Greece visits: Here's what you need to know

Recent media reports claimed that Greece has waived Schengen visa requirements for visitors from 188 countries

Schengen visa mandatory for all Greece visits: Here's what you need to know
Updated On : 08 Aug 2024 | 3:20 PM IST

Schengen visa woes: Indians face Rs 109 crore loss due to visa rejections

When a visa application is rejected, the fee paid is non-refundable, leading to considerable losses for applicants

Schengen visa woes: Indians face Rs 109 crore loss due to visa rejections
Updated On : 12 Jul 2024 | 11:05 AM IST

Indians lost over 12 million euro on rejected Schengen visas in 2023

Schengen states rejected a total of 1.6 million euros visa applications in 2023, out of which a staggering 151,752 Indian nationals were denied

Indians lost over 12 million euro on rejected Schengen visas in 2023
Updated On : 26 Jun 2024 | 5:23 PM IST

Schengen Visa: Europe trips to get costlier from today; here's why

Starting today (June 11, 2024), applicants will face higher fees for this essential travel document

Schengen Visa: Europe trips to get costlier from today; here's why
Updated On : 11 Jun 2024 | 10:10 AM IST

Schengen visa fee hiked by 12% from June 11: All you need to know

Starting June 11, 2024, applicants will face higher fees for this essential travel document

Schengen visa fee hiked by 12% from June 11: All you need to know
Updated On : 07 Jun 2024 | 4:03 PM IST

Southern African countries launch Schengen-style visa: All you need to know

The KAZA univisa is like to Europe's Schengen Visa, which allows entry into multiple European countries

Southern African countries launch Schengen-style visa: All you need to know
Updated On : 04 Jun 2024 | 3:25 PM IST

New Europe entry and exit system starts Oct: What Indian tourists must know

If you are planning a trip to Europe from India, the UK or any other non-EU country, it's essential to understand these new guidelines

New Europe entry and exit system starts Oct: What Indian tourists must know
Updated On : 04 Jun 2024 | 10:05 AM IST

Schengen visa fee hiked by 12% to Rs 8,200 from June: Details here

The European Commission announced an increase in Schengen visa fees beginning June 11, 2024

Schengen visa fee hiked by 12% to Rs 8,200 from June: Details here
Updated On : 21 May 2024 | 11:46 AM IST

Applying for Schengen visa? Get add-on insurance to avoid monetary loss

If you purchase travel insurance that covers trip and/or flight cancellations, you are eligible for a refund on flight cancellations

Applying for Schengen visa? Get add-on insurance to avoid monetary loss
Updated On : 14 May 2024 | 9:37 AM IST

Ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics, will Schengen visa woes ease?

While France is the most sought-after destination amongst all Schengen countries, the wait time for its visa and the rejection rate for Indians are high

Ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics, will Schengen visa woes ease?
Updated On : 10 May 2024 | 11:38 PM IST

How to avoid last-minute Schengen visa rejection and save money: Explained

Over 100,000 Indians faced Schengen visa rejections in 2022, translating to a loss of Rs 87 crore due to non-refundable trip expenses

How to avoid last-minute Schengen visa rejection and save money: Explained
Updated On : 07 May 2024 | 10:04 AM IST

Travellers book long-term insurance as Schengen visa rules come into play

Travellers have shown a remarkable interest in selecting appropriate add-ons for their travel insurance. Riders covering baggage or belongings loss, trip cancellation, adventure sports coverage

Travellers book long-term insurance as Schengen visa rules come into play
Updated On : 26 Apr 2024 | 2:54 PM IST

EU eases Schengen visa rules for Indians: Costs, processing time explained

With relaxation of Schengen visa rules, frequent Indian travellers will now be able to apply for five-year multiple entry visas, which puts them at par with "visa-free nationals"

EU eases Schengen visa rules for Indians: Costs, processing time explained
Updated On : 24 Apr 2024 | 10:16 AM IST

Indians can now get multiple entry Schengen visa as EU eases norms

Frequent Indian travellers to Europe will now be able to apply for multiple entry Schengen visa of up to five years, with the European Commission effecting certain changes in existing rules. European Union's ambassador to India Herve Delphin described the new visa regime as another step towards enhancing people-to-people contact between the two sides. "On April 18, the European Commission adopted specific rules on the issuing of multiple entry visas to Indian nationals, which are more favourable than the standard rules of the visa code that applied to date," an EU readout said. It said this new visa 'cascade' regime for Indian nationals residing in India who apply for Schengen (short-stay) visas in India will provide easier access to visas with multi-year validity for travellers with an established travel history. "According to the newly adopted visa 'cascade' regime for India, Indian nationals can now be issued long-term, multi-entry Schengen visas valid for two years after having

Indians can now get multiple entry Schengen visa as EU eases norms
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 8:20 PM IST

Thailand plans Schengen-style visa for Asia: How does it impact you?

Thai Prime Minister is in discussion with Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, and Vietnam for a Schengen-style visa programme

Thailand plans Schengen-style visa for Asia: How does it impact you?
Updated On : 08 Apr 2024 | 11:13 AM IST