Tag Schengen Zone

Visas & Passports

UK Prepares for EU’s New Digital Entry/Exit System Implementation

The UK government is gearing up for the EU's new digital Entry/Exit System (EES), scheduled to be implemented by October 6, 2024. This system will require non-EU travelers to provide biometric data at the border, with certain exemptions in place.

Manish Khandelwal
19/07/2024

Visas & Passports

Bulgaria and Romania Set to Join Schengen Zone Effective March 31

Bulgaria and Romania are on the brink of joining the Schengen Zone, promising to simplify travel for over 400 million citizens. Effective March 31st, travelers arriving by air or sea from other Schengen countries will no longer face passport checks upon entry.

Manish Khandelwal
14/02/2024

Visas & Passports

Swiss Embassy Imposes Visa Application Limit for Group Travel

Tour operators are grappling with visa application setbacks as the Swiss embassy in New Delhi announces a suspension of group travel visa applications until September. This delay has significant implications for tour operators, whose lucrative group trips are put on hold.

Manish Khandelwal
31/07/2023

Visas & Passports

Kuwait & Italy Discuss Visa-Free Access to Schengen Zone for Kuwaitis

Kuwait and Italy have held official talks to discuss visa-free access for Kuwaiti nationals to the Schengen Zone. Both countries aim to enhance their collaborative relations while exploring new opportunities. Italy expresses its support for abolishing visa requirements and emphasizes ongoing efforts in the European Union.

Manish Khandelwal
06/07/2023

Visas & Passports

ETIAS: The New Mandatory Travel Requirement for Singapore and Malaysia Visitors to Europe

From next year onwards, citizens of Singapore and Malaysia planning to travel to any European Union (EU) or Schengen member countries will be required to obtain an online document known as the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS). ETIAS…

Manish Khandelwal
02/07/2023

International

Bulgaria and Romania on Track to Join Schengen Zone in October

Schengen membership to Romania and Bulgaria

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

Manish Khandelwal
25/06/2023

Visas & Passports

UK Residents Urge Govt to Seek Visa-Free Travel to Europe

A petition has been launched on the UK Parliament website, calling for visa-free travel to Europe for individuals holding a UK Residence Permit (BRP). The petition, which has so far garnered the support of 23,718 people, highlights the current ineligibility of non-EU citizens holding BRP cards to travel to European countries using their permits as valid travel documents.

Manish Khandelwal
19/06/2023

Visas & Passports

Estonia, Malta, and Slovenia: Toughest Schengen Visa Destinations for Indian Travellers

Recent statistics expose the significant rejection rates of Schengen visas for Indian travelers, with 18% of applications being turned down. Estonia, Malta, and Slovenia emerged as the top rejecting countries, while Germany, Italy, and Hungary had higher acceptance rates.