EUROPE VISA PROCESS

International students in Denmark can now work part-time for 90 hours per month. The Danish Immigration Service also allows them to work full-time for 90 hours in June, July, and August. Previously, foreign workers needed to extend their stay before...

The report suggests that Germany is the best option for obtaining a multiple-entry visa to enter Schengen Area countries, as it has a high rate of issuing such visas. In 2023, 90.4% of visas issued by German consulates were multiple-entry, only slig...

Understanding visa requirements is crucial when planning a trip to Europe. To visit any of the 27 countries in the Schengen Area, a Schengen visa is mandatory, requiring financial stability and travel insurance for Indian citizens.

Hungary relaunches its Golden Visa Program as the Guest Investor Program (GIP) for non-EU/EEA nationals, offering residency through real estate investments or donations. The program grants visa-free travel across the EU and extends permits to family...

An Indian investor based in London, Aashima Arora, missed an international flight despite spending over Rs 4 lakh and waiting months for a Schengen visa to visit Denmark. Arora, a venture capitalist at LocalGlobe, expressed frustration over the leng...

Taylor Swift's Eras tour is significantly impacting travel and the economy, causing a 25% increase in demand for flights to European destinations like Lisbon and Madrid. United Airlines and Delta plan to fly around three million passengers over Memo...

For the third consecutive year, delays in Schengen visa appointments have led Indian travelers preparing for their summer vacations to explore alternative destinations. Industry executives note a growing trend of Indian holidaymakers turning to coun...

Indians planning to visit the Schengen Area this summer are facing challenges in securing appointment slots for Schengen visas, leading to frustration and travel disruptions, as reported by Schengen News. Both applicants and travel agents have expre...

The European Commission's recent report indicates a growing preference for European vacations among Indian travelers, with a notable 43% increase in Schengen visa applications from Indian nationals in 2023 compared to the previous year. Despite this...

Travelers eyeing Portugal must be aware of the EU's pressure on the country to implement a new border control system by July 2024, or face suspension from the Schengen Area. Delays attributed to bureaucratic hurdles and financial constraints highlig...

Teodora Marinska, COO and Head of Public Affairs at the European Travel Commission, highlighted the benefits of digitizing the Schengen visa application process, making it easier for foreigners to access the bloc. The move aims to address challenges...

Venice has launched a pilot program to charge day-trippers a 5-euro entry fee to manage overtourism. The initiative aims to discourage visitors on peak days and preserve the city for its residents. Despite protests and skepticism among locals, offic...

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 obtained and lawfully used two visas within the previous three years. The two-y...

The European Union announced Monday that, according to the new "cascade" regime, Indians can now be issued long-term, multi-entry Schengen visas valid for two years after having obtained and lawfully used two visas within the previous three years. T...

During the holiday season, travelers from Gujarat are drawn to the allure of the European summer, but they face frustration due to the Schengen visa application process. Delays in securing visa appointments, lasting up to two to three months, partic...

Italy has rolled out its digital nomad visa for global professionals, requiring specific criteria like income, insurance, and work experience. The initiative aligns with growth efforts, offering 1 euro homes to counter underpopulation and contrastin...

When planning travels, consider visa timeline. Most countries accept applications 90 days before travel. Revised Schengen Visa Code allows applying 6 months before with VFS Global assistance during peak tourist season.

With Bulgaria and Romania's inclusion, the Schengen area now has 29 members, including several European Union states along with Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein.

The European Union is simplifying the process for foreign workers to obtain work and residency permits to address labour shortages and promote legal migration. The EU Parliament supports the streamlining of regulations for a Single Permit, pending f...