Does the flight itinerary provided for Schengen visa strict the country of entry? [duplicate]

I already have a Schengen visa. Initially my plan was to spend the whole period in the country already applied for -Spain-, and my flight itinerary was inbound and outbound from Spain accordingly.

Due to some changes in plan, my point of entry seems to have to change to Germany instead (where I will spend about 5 nights), then I will make my way down to Spain (staying for around 30 days) until I leave back home.

Would that be acceptable, or is it in anyway penalized?

Please note, the question isn't about being penalized for entering from a country other than which issued the Visa, but rather to not-follow/change the itinerary plans already submitted under which the Schengen Visa was initially granted.

I have already emailed the embassy about the change in plans and awaiting the reply (24-48 hours), but it would great to get an insight from fellow travelers.

Best Answer

please be informed that you cannot have layover in two schengen countries

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Should my first trip be to the country issued by 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.

Can I change my itinerary after getting Schengen Visa?

"can i change my itinerary within the schengen area ?" You should follow the itinerary you gave when you applied for the visa. You cannot change your itinerary so completely that the information you gave in the visa application is no longer true.

Is travel itinerary required for Schengen Visa?

One of the required documents for the Schengen Visa is a complete travel itinerary.

Is a flight itinerary same as a ticket?

To paraphrase a little, an itinerary is a list of flights you are presently booked on. A ticket is a contract entitling you to travel.

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