Multiple-entry Schengen visa for Indian citizens having UK visitor visa
My family and I already have a UK visitor visa and confirmed return tickets back to India.
I want to apply for Schengen visas for our entire party. We want to travel through the Schengen area various times during our stay in the UK with my sister's family (she is a British citizen.)
We would need multiple-entry visas as we plan to visit various Schengen areas during the weekends. I am confused about how to apply. Will it be sufficient to show 5 to 7 days hotel booking in France and a return ticket to India for the multiple entries while asking for around 30 days for the Schengen visa. We are staying in the UK for 10 weeks total.
Best Answer
If I understand correctly, you want to go back and fourth between the UK and Schengen area? As many might have told you already the decision really depends on the embassy so no one can guarantee whether you will get a multiple entry visa or just single visa. This largely depends on your supporting documents.
I can tell you from my past experience. I applied for a Schengen visa with French embassy for 5 days. I showed all the hotel booking and return tickets with enough money to cover the whole trip. But in the document I requested multiple entry for 6 months. I usually got it as I requested. I asked the embassy directly you can write in the form as many days as you want, maximum is 1 year. But the decision is still with the embassy.
You mentioned that you will be staying in the UK for 10 weeks that means your UK visa isn't valid more than 3 months so when you apply for Schengen visa you need to show your return ticket to your home country as well. They usually request that when they examine the documents at the embassy.
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Can Indian tourist apply for Schengen visa from UK?
If you need a Schengen visa, you must apply at the French embassy or consulate in your country of residence. You need to hold a passport or national ID document issued within the previous 10 years and valid for at least three months after you intend to leave France.Can tourists get a multiple entry Schengen visa?
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 Indians get multiple entry Schengen visa?
Multiple-entry visas are also available if you plan on traveling regularly to the Schengen Area. Indian nationals must apply for your Schengen Visa no more than six months, and no fewer than 15 days, before your trip.Is it easy to get Schengen visa if you have UK visa?
Yes, if you possess a UK visitor permit, you can apply for the Schengen. In fact, you will have a higher chance of approval for your Schengen if you already possess the British permit. However, you cannot apply for the Schengen while you are in the UK.Single and Multiple Entry| Schengen Visa Types | #schengenvisa #uk #indian #europe
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