Is it possible to request a longer Schengen visa / apply for a new one before I leave for my trip? [closed]
I recently got approved for a 15 day France-issued Schengen visa. I would also like to visit Switzerland and stay longer in France. The trip is still months away. Is it possible to request an extension, can I apply to France for a new visa, or to Switzerland? The problem is that: I would like to stay from approximately May 21 to Jun 19 (clearly less than 90 days...) But France only issued me 15 days with validity from May 14 to Jun 14. This makes it impossible to apply for another Schengen visa valid before Jun 15. What should I do here? Apply for a Switzerland Schengen visa from May 21 to Jun 19 and stay in France for the beginning part and Switzerland as intended?
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How can I extend my Schengen Visa duration?
Generally speaking, you cannot extend a Schengen Visa during your trip, apart from in exceptional circumstances. If you want to extend your trip you will have to exit the Schengen Area and apply for a new visa to return and continue your visit.Can I apply for Schengen Visa twice?
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.How soon can I reapply for Schengen Visa?
Meaning, Embassy officials will determine when you can reapply for your Schengen Visa. This can be anywhere between 1 - 6 months.Can I apply for Schengen Visa 2 months in advance?
Applying six months in advance of a trip is now possible While so far Schengen visa applicants could file an application ad early as three months in advance of their trip to the borderless Schengen area, now this rule has changed. The updated code makes it possible for travelers to apply six months before their trip.REASONS WHY SCHENGEN VISA APPLICATIONS GET REJECTED (Highly requested)
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