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Schengen visa costs surge for Indians as VFS doubles service hikes
VFS Global raised service charges twice in 2025, increasing Schengen application costs for Indians. Combined with the unchanged €90 visa…
Romania and Bulgaria Join Schengen — Golden Visa Options for Indians
With Schengen membership from January 1, 2025, Romanian and Bulgarian Golden Visa programs now enable visa‑free travel across 29 countries.…
Frankfurt Becomes World’s First Airport to Use Walkthrough Scanners
On August 18, 2025 Frankfurt deployed the Rohde & Schwarz QPS Walk2000, screening approximately 18,000 departing passengers daily at Terminal…
Complete Guide to Applying for a Belgium Tourist Visa from India
For Indians visiting Belgium, apply 30–60 days before departure with a signed Schengen application, €30,000 insurance, flight and hotel bookings,…
Schengen visa shopping risks: Wrong-country visas can mean deportation
Schengen authorities in 2025 are cracking down on visa shopping: applicants must use the embassy of their main destination or…
Long Schengen Visa Delays in UAE Push Residents to Reroute Holidays
During June–August 2025 UAE applicants face long Schengen visa processing—up to 55 days at Denmark and tighter appointments across consulates.…
Chinese Tourism to Europe Soars in 2025, Overcoming Visa and Flight Hurdles
In 2025 Chinese travel to Europe climbs as visa relaxations and January 8 border reopening (negative PCR within 48 hours)…
Europe-Canada Flights Reach Record High in August 2025, Cirium Reports
Europe-Canada flights hit highest monthly volume in August 2025, increasing 5% from 2024. Air Canada leads expansion with new routes.…