If you’re someone who travels frequently to European destinations, we have good news for you! The European Union or EU has now adopted a more favourable Visa policy for Indian passport holders. Called the 'cascade' visa regime, it makes multi-year Schengen visa easier to access for those who already have an established travel history to Europe.
Here are all of the other important details that you would need to know about this new visa regime.
Indians Can Access Multi-Year Schengen Visa More Easily Now
- According to a statement which was recently issued by the EU mission in India, the new visa regime was adopted on Thursday, April 18. The rules adopted on multiple entry visas to Indian passport holders are more flexible than the standard rules of visa code which were applicable till now.
- As per the new rules, Indian passport holders can now be issued long-term multiple-entry Schengen visas that will be valid for up to 2 years. This will be applicable to those who already have an established history of travelling in Europe.
- This means that people who have lawfully used at least 2 visas in the last 2 years will be eligible for the long-term Schengen visa. The statement also went on to say that after the 2-year Schengen visa is up, applicants will be eligible for a 5-year Schengen visa.
Other Important Details
- This new visa regime – dubbed the 'cascade' visa – showcases the strengthened relations between India and the EU.
- The EU mission in India also shared the news on their social media accounts highlighting the partnership between the two countries. This new visa regime will enable the mobilisation of people-to-people contact between the two regions.
- This decision comes under the purview of the EU-India Common Agenda on Migration and Mobility. It seeks comprehensive cooperation on migration between India and the EU.
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