Starting June 11, 2024, the cost of obtaining a Schengen visa will increase. Adult visa applicants will now pay 90 pounds, up from the current fee of 80 pounds, while fees for children aged six to twelve will rise to 45 pounds from 40 pounds. The fee hike is attributed to inflation and rising civil servant salaries.
Indian passport holders planning a trip to Europe this year can rejoice as the European Union (EU) has announced a new ‘cascade’ visa regime for India. This regime makes it easier for frequent travelers to obtain a multiple-entry, multi-year Schengen visa, allowing them to visit multiple Schengen countries on a single visa.
