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The cost of obtaining a Schengen visa will increase from 11 June 2024.
Amendment fee:
- For adults: The application fee will increase from €80 to €90.
- For children (6-12 years): the fee will increase from €40 to €45.
- For some countries: Applicants from countries with less support for re-entry may face higher fees of up to €135 or €180.
Why the increase?
The European Commission decided on this adjustment following a review in December 2023 as mandated by the Schengen Visa Code. This review process occurs every three years to adjust for inflation and administrative costs. The previous increase occurred in February 2020, when the fee increased from €60 to €80.
Effects and suggestions:
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is concerned that high visa costs could discourage travel to Europe, making it less competitive than destinations with easier visa requirements. IATA recommends that the EU explore options for visa-free travel and invest in digital technologies to streamline the visa application process.
If you're planning a trip to Europe this summer, be sure to include these new visa costs in your budget!
- For adults: The application fee will increase from €80 to €90.
- For children (6-12 years): the fee will increase from €40 to €45.
- For some countries: Applicants from countries with less support for re-entry may face higher fees of up to €135 or €180.
Why the increase?
The European Commission decided on this adjustment following a review in December 2023 as mandated by the Schengen Visa Code. This review process occurs every three years to adjust for inflation and administrative costs. The previous increase occurred in February 2020, when the fee increased from €60 to €80.
Effects and suggestions:
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is concerned that high visa costs could discourage travel to Europe, making it less competitive than destinations with easier visa requirements. IATA recommends that the EU explore options for visa-free travel and invest in digital technologies to streamline the visa application process.
If you're planning a trip to Europe this summer, be sure to include these new visa costs in your budget!
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