A Schengen visa is a travel authorization that grants holders the freedom to visit and move within the Schengen area. The Schengen zone consists of 27 European countries that have agreed to allow the free movement of their citizens within this area. This visa is crucial for non-EU citizens who wish to visit multiple European countries on a single trip without needing multiple visas.
The Schengen visa is issued by any of the Schengen area member countries. Once obtained, it allows travellers to enter, freely travel within, and leave the Schengen zone from any Schengen member country. It is ideal for short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period for purposes such as tourism, business, visiting family and friends, or attending conferences.
There are several types of Schengen visas, including:
When applying for a Schengen visa, you must apply through the embassy or visa application centre of the country you intend to visit. If you visit multiple countries, the following will apply:
Applying for a Schengen visa involves the following steps:
Yes, you must apply for a Schengen visa when travelling through multiple Schengen countries unless you are a citizen of a visa-exempt country.
Some countries allow you to complete an online application. However, you must still visit an application centre to submit your documents.
The Schengen visa processing time is 30 days, but it can take longer if there are delays in processing your visa.
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