Tag: schengen visa

Top 5 Schengen Countries Most Likely to Reject Your Visa in 2025

Planning a trip to Europe in 2025? Make sure to do your homework first—some Schengen countries are getting stricter with their visa approvals.  Recent data shows that certain nations are more likely to say “no” to your application, often due to incomplete paperwork, vague travel plans, or insufficient financial proof.  Here are the top 5…
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Schengen Visa Application: Which Countries Are in Highest Demand in 2024

The European Commission has released new data showing that in 2024, consulates of EU and Schengen-associated countries received over 11.7 million short-stay visa applications. This marks a 13.6% increase compared to 2023 (10.3 million applications) and a 56% jump from 2022 (7.5 million). However, the numbers are still below pre-pandemic levels. Notably, Bulgaria and Romania…
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France Updates Schengen Visa Policy for Russian Nationals

France has introduced strict new restrictions on Russian nationals applying for Schengen visas, further aligning with the European Union’s ongoing efforts to limit travel access from Russia. Under the new rules, Russian citizens holding 5-year non-biometric passports are no longer eligible to apply for Schengen visas through French visa centers. Only applicants with biometric passports…
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UK Travel Warning: Belgium Braces for Major Transport Strikes 

Tourists heading to Belgium this April are being warned of major travel disruption as national rail and general strikes are set to impact the country on April 22 and April 29. The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has issued an updated travel advisory, warning of “severe travel disruption” during both strike dates. Travellers…
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UK Tourists Face Protests in Spain’s Canary Islands Over Mass Tourism

Spain is the go-to getaway for British holidaymakers, drawing in millions of visitors throughout the year. British tourists heading to Spain’s Canary Islands may face anti-tourism protests as locals grow increasingly frustrated with rising living costs and overcrowding. Fifteen local groups under the banner “The Canary Islands Have a Limit” plan to stage fresh demonstrations…
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