What will happen if I don't use my Schengen visa? [duplicate]

I've been given a Schengen visa valid for 1 month. Unfortunately, I won't be able to travel during the dates I've specified in my application. What should I do? Do I just not use the visa? Or should I let the embassy know so they can cancel it?

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Best Answer

You can write to the issuing post and ask them to revoke your Schengen visa. It can be something simple like...

Due to a change in circumstances I will not be using my Schengen visa (Visa #XXXXX, Passport #YYYY). Accordingly, please revoke it. I will make a fresh application at a later date.

There is no prejudice attached to a voluntary revocation; in fact, they like it when people do that. When you apply again, they will see it in the database and your following procedures will be counted in your favour. But you can also do nothing and let the visa expire.

Either option is good.

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What happens if Schengen Visa is not used?

It could be fine, immediate deportation or even getting banned from entering the Schengen Zone for a specific amount of time. Finally, yet importantly, it does not matter if you have entered Schengen territory on a Schengen Visa, or if you are the national of a country, to which a visa waiver has been applied.

Can I have 2 Schengen visas at the same time?

In theory, it is not possible for a person to hold two valid short stay visas covering the same period. I have a valid Schengen visa but it does not cover my next intended stay, what can I do? In this case, it is possible to file a visa application for another Schengen visa to cover the next intended stay entirely.

Can I use my Schengen Visa for a completely different purpose and entry point?

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.

Is my Schengen Visa still valid after Brexit?

As of January 1, 2021, the United Kingdom is officially a no longer a member of the European Union and its relationship to the Schengen Agreement remains unchanged. The Schengen visa does not give you permission to travel to the UK, but Schengen travel assurance from Europ Assistance covers you!

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