Making the first trip using Schengen visa with UK Visa expiring in less than 3 months

I have got my Schengen Visa from French embassy but I couldn't make my first trip yet.

Now I have less than 3 months for my UK visa to expire.

Is it still ok to make my first trip to Schengen area ?

I don't want to be turned back at the airport.

P.S

Mine is Multi Entry Schengen Visa Type C
My itinerary is to visit Germany first then Austria and Finally France.

Best Answer

Here're the possible countries, that are not part of Schengen countries, one could go with Schengen visa.

UK visa matters if you're returning back to UK after the trip.

https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/non-eu-countries-where-you-can-go-with-schengen-visa/

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How many days before Schengen Visa expires can I travel?

For double or multiple entry (circulation visa) Schengen visas, the validity of the visa ranges from 6 months to 5 years. The holder may travel one or several times for up to 90 days over a 180-day period. The validity of the Schengen visa is indicated on the visa attached to the traveller's passport.

Can I travel if my visa expires in 3 months?

A visa must be valid at the time a traveler seeks admission to the United States, but the expiration date of the visa (validity period/length of time the visa can be used) has no relation to the length of time a temporary visitor may be authorized by the Department of Homeland Security to remain in the United States.

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.

How many months minimum validity is there for a Schengen Visa?

The Schengen visa is a short stay visa and takes the form of a sticker affixed to the travel document. The definition of \u201cshort stay\u201d is a stay of "90 days in any 180 days period". This means that the total duration of stay is of maximum 90 days, in any period of 180 days.

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