My Schengen visa was rejected. What now?
European vacations are gaining traction among Indians. As per a report by the European Commission, Schengen visa applications from Indian nationals surged by 43 per cent in 2023 as compared to 2022.
India maintained the third position in Schengen visa applications for 2023, with a total of 9,66,687 filings.
The European Commission last month introduced a new visa «cascade» regime for Indian nationals seeking Schengen visas, allowing for more straightforward access to multiple entry visas with extended validity periods.
But, obtaining a Schengen visa is no walk in the park. Indians were among the top five nationalities with the most rejected Schengen visa applications in 2023. In 2023, Schengen states rejected a total of 1.6 million visa applications, resulting in €130 million in generated funds, according to SchengenNews.
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What should I do if my Schengen visa is rejected?
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« Back to recommendation storiesI don't want to see these stories becauseSUBMITIf your Schengen visa has been rejected, you are free to apply at any time since there is no specific rule on how long you should wait before reapplying for a new visa.
However, it is recommended that before submitting the new visa application, you should meet the
