Can I travel from UK to Europe with a Schengen visa received in India?

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I would be applying for a Schengen visa from India, specifically the Swiss visitor visa. I would be in the UK when I plan to visit Switzerland. As a holder of an Indian passport with a Schengen visa, can I travel to Switzerland and other European countries from the UK?



Best Answer

The Schengen Visa allows you to enter and leave the Schengen Area at any permitted border point while the visa is valid.

The Schengen Border Code contains no provisions for the restriction to a specific border point (or to/from a specific country).




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Do I have to enter the country that issued my Schengen visa?

It does not need to be the country that issued you with a Schengen Visa, as you must apply with the nation where you are planning to spend the majority of your stay in the Schengen Area.

Can I travel with Schengen visa to another country?

IF MY VISA IS ISSUED FOR INSTANCE BY THE GERMAN CONSULATE, CAN I USE THIS VISA AND TRAVEL TO ANOTHER COUNTRY OF SCHENGEN AGREEMENT? Yes, according to the Schengen Agreement rules, the Schengen visa is generally valid for all Schengen area countries.

Do I need a transit visa for UK if I have a Schengen visa?

You will need a UK transit visa if you: Are in transit to another country and have sufficient funds and the intention to travel onwards. Have evidence to prove you can enter that country. Can show that the only reason for your visit to the UK is for transit purposes.

Can UK visa holder travel to Europe after Brexit?

ETIAS for UK citizens travelling to Europe after Brexit. Although British citizens do not need a visa to visit Europe, they will need an ETIAS visa waiver from 2023. The European Travel Information and Authorisation System is being introduced to register visitors from visa-exempt non-EU nations.



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