Bulgaria and Romania may soon become the newest members of the Schengen Zone, as they are expected to be admitted in two phases starting from October. The lifting of border controls at airports and the subsequent elimination of ground controls will facilitate seamless travel and economic integration
Recent investigations have unveiled the Netherlands' alleged use of a secret algorithm to profile Schengen visa applicants based on ethnicity. This has sparked concerns among foreigners planning to visit the Schengen Area.
The Parliament and the Council of the European Union have reached an agreement on the digitalization of Schengen visas, revolutionizing the application process and improving security. The new regulations introduce an online application system and digital visas, aiming to simplify procedures and reduce the risk of falsification and theft.
The Ministry of Tourism in Saudi Arabia has introduced a simplified entry process for tourists holding visas from the United Kingdom, United States, and Schengen countries. With the new instant eVisa system, visitors can now enjoy a hassle-free experience exploring the Kingdom's tourism destinations and cultural heritage.
Germany has secured its position as the leading destination for travelers seeking multiple-entry Schengen visas, boasting the highest rate of issuance among all countries in 2022. Newly released data reveals that a staggering 90.6 percent of Schengen visas issued by German consulates and visa centers worldwide were granted as multiple-entry visas, allowing holders to enter the territory more than once.
BLS International, a leading provider of visa and consular services, has been awarded the global contract for visa application outsourcing by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union, and Cooperation (MAEUEC) of Spain for the second consecutive time.
Discover the Schengen Area countries with the highest Schengen visa rejection rates in 2022. Dive into the data, understand the reasons behind rejections, and find out which countries turned down the most visa applications.
The EU Commission calls on the Council to enable Romania and Bulgaria to become full members of the Schengen Area in 2023. Despite opposition from Austria, support from other EU countries remains strong. The report outlines key priorities, including border management, police cooperation, and visa policies, to be discussed in the upcoming Schengen Council meeting.
France has been identified as the preferred European destination for Indian travellers. However, the country also recorded the highest number of visa rejections. Discover key insights into the Schengen visa process, popular destinations, and the potential shift towards a digitalized application system.
The Schengen visa statistics for 2022 are out, revealing the performance of Indian travellers and the rejection rates they faced. With a rejection rate of 18%, Indian travellers filed over 6 lakh visa applications, ranking third globally
