What is a Schengen visa?

[jonsmaradona]

A Schengen visa is an entry permit for a short, temporary visit of up to 90 days in any 180 days. A Schengen visa can be obtained in the form of a single-entry visa, allowing the holder to enter the Schengen area once, or a multiple-entry visa, which is granted for several visits to the Schengen area for as long as it is valid. The short-stay visa calculator can be used to calculate the remaining period of allowed stay. The user's guide will help you navigate the calculator with step-by-step instructions and practical examples.


An airport transit visa allows its holder to connect through the international transit area of an airport in the Schengen area during a stopover or a change of flights. This visa does not allow its holder to leave the international transit area of an airport. All nationals of third countries, that have not yet reached a visa-liberalization agreement with the Schengen member states, must obtain a visa before arriving in Europe. To check whether you need a Schengen Visa to travel to one of the Schengen member countries, here is the list of countries, citizens of which must apply for a Schengen Visa before their travel to the EU. Also, you can read more information about countries whose citizens don’t need a Schengen visa to visit any Schengen Area member for tourism or business.


According to the type of visa issued by the certain embassy/consulate of any Schengen country, different restrictions apply to the particular visa according to the nature of travelling and other relevant circumstances. However, the most common type of visa issued to travellers can reach a maximum of 90 days every six months starting from the date of entry. If you are a frequent traveller, you may apply to obtain an EU visa valid for up to 5 years, but you have to keep in mind that you cannot stay within the Schengen Area for more than 90 days in 180 days even if you hold a multiple-entry visa for Europe valid for up to 5 years.

[samgood]

A Schengen visa lets you travel to multiple European countries with just one visa, instead of having to get a separate one for each country. It covers 26 countries that are part of the Schengen Area, making it super convenient for travelers wanting to discover Europe. If you plan a trip and have questions about flights to the Schengen Area, southwest airlines customer support can help you out. This type of visa is especially handy for tourists or business travelers looking to make the most out of their European journey.