Can I switch from one Schengen visa to another without leaving the Schengen area?
I have a Schengen visa issued by the Netherlands and it is valid until 24/02/2018. Also I have another Schengen visa valid from 25/02/2018 issued by France.
Can I enter the Netherlands using the first visa and continue being in Schengen area with the second visa?
Best Answer
Yes. Furthermore you are not required to enter through the Netherlands.
You must however comply with the 90/180 rule at all times, regardless of which visa authorizes your presence in the Schengen area on any given day. You must also comply with the "duration of stay" given on each visa.
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Can I have 2 Schengen visas at the same time?
In theory, it is not possible for a person to hold two valid short stay visas covering the same period. I have a valid Schengen visa but it does not cover my next intended stay, what can I do? In this case, it is possible to file a visa application for another Schengen visa to cover the next intended stay entirely.Can you move from one Schengen country to another?
Schengen citizens can move from one country to another without having to obtain a permit. However, once they move they have to register their address at the local authorities. Travellers will go through checks only on the port from where they enter the Schengen.Should my first trip be to the country which issued my Schengen visa?
There is no general requirement that you must enter the Schengen Area through the country that issued your visa. Your main destination may be different than your first destination. To prevent complications, stick to your itinerary as best you can.THE SCHENGEN ZONE TRAVEL EXPLAINED - DIGITAL NOMAD TV
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