Schengen visa extension due to flight cancellation [duplicate]

I have a Schengen visa valid for 30 days with 14 days stay. This was as per itinerary planned by me. In my return trip I will be traveling from Frankfurt to Bangalore via Paris.

Suddenly my connecting flight from Paris to Bangalore has been cancelled and I have been accommodated by airline in next day's flight. But my visa is not valid for that additional day and it will be 15th day in Schengen area.

Please advise.

Best Answer

A Schengen visa can be extended if departure is prevented by "force majeure" such as unexpectedly closed airports (see the link in the question that was tagged as duplicate). The reason why I write this answer is one important addition: The application for an extension should be done before the visa expires. If you are already at Frankfurt airport, you might ask the Bundespolizei if there is a visa office open on a Saturday evening.

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Can Schengen visa can be extended?

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 change my flight after getting Schengen visa?

You cannot change your itinerary so completely that the information you gave in the visa application is no longer true. If you planned a trip lasting 10 days, and you now have 15 days "duration of stay", you can extend your trip by up to 5 days (including a visit to another country if you want).

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.

What happens if my Schengen visa expires?

Authorities will also punish you whether your overstay beyond your Schengen Visa's validity was intentional or unintentional. You could receive a fine, immediate deportation or even get banned from entering the Schengen Area for a period.

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