Does applying for a multiple entry Schengen visa instead of a single entry the first time hurt my chances of a visa getting granted?
While applying for a Schengen visa, an option is given to choose between a single entry visa or a multiple entry visa. There isn't any published policy on this, but if it's the first time time I'm applying for a Schengen visa does it hurt my chance of getting one in case I say I want to get a multiple entry visa instead of single entry?
(By 'hurt' I mean say I ask for multiple entry and a stricter rule is used for checking whether the visa is granted, then will I be given a single entry visa instead or will the whole application be rejected?)
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I had the same question and decided to ask the embassy in London. They said I can ask whatever I want, but they have the rights to grant or deny your request. You can ask for multiple entries for 6 months and that's not a problem at all.
However, by denial if they think it's not appropriate to grant whatever you requested. At least, they will grant the visa according to your travel plan. And I have done that multiple times. Never got rejected once.
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Can I get multiple entry Schengen Visa for the first time?
Schengen visas may allow for a single-entry or multiple entries. With a single-entry visa you can enter the Schengen area only once. This is indicated on the visa sticker by "01". With a visa allowing for two or multiple entries you may enter twice or several times during the validity of the visa.Can you change single entry visa to multiple?
The following conditions apply to changing your visa from single-entry to multiple-entry: Your passport will be valid for at least 3 more months after the planned departure date. You have a valid short-stay Schengen visa (type C). You have received a visa from the Netherlands or another country in the Schengen Area.What does multiple entries for visas mean?
a visa that permits the holder to enter a country several times.What is the difference between single entry and multiple entry visa?
Single entry visa allows you to enter the country just once during its validity and if you want to come back, you need to apply for the visa again. While multiple entry visas allow you to come back multiple times. But be aware, there are also some visas allowing only 2 or 3 entries.Schengen Visa MULTIPLE ENTRY vs SINGLE ENTRY
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Before talking about single/multiple entry, the Schengen visa duration given to an individual depends on the duration applicant wishes to stay. One needs to provide the documents which detail about accommodation, tickets (both onward and return), countries of entry and exit. In recent past, Schengen visa is issued only for the duration and additional two-three days.
As per my sources, earlier applicants were given a six months visa. But now the visa duration will be applicant's duration of stay plus another two to three days.
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