Schengen
Schengen Area visa rules, 90/180-day calculator guidance, ETIAS updates, and border-free travel regulations across 27 European countries. Covers short-stay visas, overstay consequences, and transit rules.
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Answers from VisaVerge guidesAre there any new restrictions or policy changes for Schengen visas in 2025?
No major new restrictions or policy changes have been announced by Schengen countries as of May 2025.
Read: India sets new record for Schengen visa applications, Spain leads demandWhich countries are implementing changes to their visa policies as of August 2025?
As of August 2025, the UK, India, and Saudi Arabia are implementing significant changes to their visa policies.
Read: August 2025 Immigration Updates: UK Fee Hikes, India Re 1 Visa, Saudi Work PermitsWhat changes are being made to the visa checks in Schengen Area for 2026?
Non-EU citizens entering the Schengen Area will provide fingerprints and facial images instead of receiving manual passport stamps under the Entry/Exit System.
Read: Europe Rolls Out Entry/exit System and Biometrics 2.0 for 2026 Visa ChecksWhat are the new options for travelers whose Schengen visa applications are rejected after July 1, 2025?
Travelers can either submit a new visa application or file a formal judicial appeal in a German court.
Read: Germany Ends Visa Remonstration Procedure from July 1, 2025 WorldwideWhat changes are happening to visa-free entry rules in 2026?
Starting in 2026, Mongolia’s visa-free entry rules will vary by nationality, with some countries requiring e-visas.
Read: Mongolia Extends Visa Exemption for 34 Countries Through 2026
EU Visa-Free Travel for Kosovo Remains in Effect, Opening Schengen Area
Kosovo citizens enjoy visa-free Schengen travel for 90 days as of 2026, while the U.S. recently paused immigrant visa issuances for the nation.
Kazakhstan Blames U.S. Visa Refusals, Signals Progress in Schengen Entry Talks
Kazakhstan cites paperwork errors for 46% U.S. visa refusal rate while announcing progress in EU Schengen facilitation talks…
Belarus Reports 18,835 Visa-Waiver Travelers from 38 European States Since January
Belarus reports 18,835 visa-waiver arrivals in 2026, extending the 38-country program for 30-day stays through December 31, 2026.
Evaluation Report on Cyprus’s Schengen Bid Fully Supports Green Line Crossing
The European Commission backs Cyprus's 2026 Schengen bid, with a decisive evaluation report expected this spring following progress…
Turkey Investigates 7 Schengen Visa Firms for Bot-Driven Appointment Fraud
Türkiye investigates seven firms for using bots to hoard and resell Schengen visa appointments at inflated prices, violating…
11 European Countries and European Commission Push for Tougher EU Visa Rules for Russians
11 European nations and the U.S. implement strict new visa and immigration restrictions for Russian nationals in 2026…
European Commission Reviews 7 Countries’ Use of Schengen Rules for Border Controls
European Commission reinforces Schengen oversight, requiring formal opinions on internal border controls that exceed 18 months to ensure…
One in Six Schengen Visa Applications from India Fail as Financial Proofs Fall Short
Indian Schengen visa rejections hit 15.8% in 2025, with losses reaching ₹136 crore. High scrutiny continues in 2026,…
New Tourist Taxes in 2026: Greece, Spain, and Edinburgh Hike Visitor Fees
New tourist tax rules for Greece, Spain, and Edinburgh in 2026. Greece fees reach €15/night, Barcelona hits €15/night,…
Pakistan and Italy Sign Agreement to Exempt Diplomatic Passport Holders from Visas
Pakistan and Italy signed a 2026 agreement exempting diplomatic passport holders from visas and pledged 10,500 work visas…