Find out which countries you can visit with a single Schengen visa, the easiest countries to apply through, and answers to common questions.
Many travellers ask about the Schengen visa, its importance and the countries it lets you enter. It is one of the most sought-after visas in the world, because one visa lets you travel easily between the European countries of the Schengen Area.
Benefits of the Schengen visa
The Schengen visa was created to make travel between the countries that signed the Schengen Agreement simple, without complex border procedures between them.
- Travel freely within the Schengen Area.
- One visa covers 29 European countries.
Top Schengen destinations for tourists
- Germany: Berlin, Munich and historic landmarks.
- France: the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and Disneyland Paris.
- Italy: Rome, Venice and Florence, and authentic Italian food.
- Spain: culture and beaches in Barcelona and Madrid.
- Portugal: stunning beaches and historic Lisbon and Porto.
- Netherlands: Amsterdam's canals and flower festivals.
- Austria: Vienna and the beautiful nature of Zell am See.
Other Schengen countries
Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland, Greece, Czechia, Hungary, Poland, Belgium, Slovakia, Slovenia, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Croatia, Romania, Bulgaria, Luxembourg, Malta, Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
Frequently asked questions
- How long is a Schengen visa valid? It depends on the visa type, usually from 90 days up to 5 years.
- Can I enter the UK with a Schengen visa? No. The UK is not part of the Schengen Area and needs a separate visa.
- How much does a Schengen visa cost? The fee is around €80–100 depending on the visa type.
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