The Tea About Long-Term Schengen Visa

Travelling to Europe is a dream for many Indian passport holders, and the Schengen visa opens the doors to 27 countries, allowing travellers to explore the rich history, diverse cultures, and breathtaking landscapes of the European continent. However, getting a long-term Schengen visa can be a very tedious process. In this blog post, Udaan India will spill the tea on long-term Schengen visas including the new cascade policy and more.

The Challenge of Securing a Long-Term Schengen Visa:

Understanding the Basics

Schengen visa allows travellers to travel to the Schengen area for up to 90 days within 180 days. For those travellers who wish to stay longer, getting a long-term visa is the key!

Stringent Requirements

The requirements for a long-term Schengen visa are stricter as applicants must provide extensive documentation like proof of financial stability, valid travel insurance, travel itinerary and so much more.

High Rejection Rates

Due to the strict requirements, the rejection rates for long-term Schengen visas are relatively high for Indian passport holders. Please read our blog on this topic here.

Common reasons for rejection include insufficient proof of financial funds, incomplete documentation and unclear travel intentions.

The New Cascade Policy:

European Commission has introduced a new Cascade Policy for Indians who wish to obtain a long-term Schengen visa. This policy states that those travellers who have travelled and lawfully used at least two Schengen visas in the past 3 years are eligible for a 2 year-long term Schengen visa according to the passport validity remaining. These travellers are then eligible for a 5-year long-term Schengen visa depending on the passport validity.

Why Is This Important

Indian passport holders with a strong travel history to the Schengen area can apply for a long-term Schengen visa if the passport validity allows.

This means that with this visa, Indian passport holders have the freedom to explore the Schengen area!

Navigating the Process with Ease

At Udaan India, we understand the complex process of long-term Schengen visa application and the challenges it presents. Our experienced team of visa professionals will guide you through every step:

Conclusion

Securing a long-term Schengen visa can be challenging, but with the right guidance and understanding of the new Cascade Policy, it's achievable!