Entering Schengen state on single entry visa [duplicate]
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I am from Pakistan and I have a single-entry Schengen visa issued by the Italian Embassy. My purpose of visit is tourism and I have purchased Euro train tickets to travel in the Schengen states for about 41 days, staying at different places.
Can I enter the Schengen area first in Berlin, Germany? My girlfriend's visa was issued visa by German Embassy and we want to travel together.
Best Answer
It is recommended to enter first in the country you applied for.
As it is stated in point 16 (which is connected to point six): "It is therefore recommended that you carry with you copies of the documents which you presented when applying for the visa (e.g. letters of invitation, travel confirmations, other documents stating the purpose of your stay)" It is recommended to follow the path that has been presented in the application.
If you go first to Italy you may get lots of questions from Officer. I've experienced that. However, if you answer them accurately, there should be a no problem.
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