If you have a Schengen visa…

If you have a Schengen visa do you need to apply for visas to other Schengen member states?

The answer is no which means that you can visit multiple places in Europe with one visa, thus, saving time, money and effort.

What are the requirements for tourists under the age of 18?

If you’re under 18 years old, besides the basic required documents (passport, pictures, travel insurance etc.) you will need your birth certificate and the authorized consent of parental authority when you apply for a Schengen visa.

What to do if you notice anything wrong with your passport after you receive the Schengen Visa?

If you notice any discrepancies in your passport after getting the Schengen visa, you have to contact the application center or embassy immediately and take notes of what you have noticed.

Do you want to travel around Europe and not only in one country?

Making a trip to Paris might become boring after a few days. Wouldn’t you like to pass the border and visit Madrid instead? You can do this if you obtain a Schengen visa.

Which countries in EU aren’t part of the Schengen Visa Agreement?

Out of all the countries in Europe, Ireland is an EU country that is not part of the Schengen zone. Some other new EU states like Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and Romania are not yet part of the Schengen Area but will be members in the future.

Who can travel to the Schengen area without needing to apply for a Schengen Visa?

Spouses, parents and children below the age of 21, citizens of EEA countries may be able to travel to the Schengen are without having to apply for a visa if they meet some specific conditions.

What is a remonstrance and do Schengen states offer it?

A milder option than writing an appeal letter to the embassy is asking for a review of the decision by the embassy. This is called a remonstrance and not all Schengen zone states offer this opportunity.

How big is the Schengen Zone and how many people live there?

The Schengen countries have a population of more than 400 million people spread out in more than 4 million square kilometers that include states like Germany, France, Italy, Austria, Switzerland, Sweden etc. France is the most visited Schengen country.