If you are planning to get a visa, there are a few things you can do to make the process easier. Here are six ways to minimize your visa woes in 2024.
The wait is over, apply for a Schengen visa before the peak summer tourist season. Applying for a Schengen visa at least 15 days before the intended visit and no more than six months before the start of your intended visit is recommended.
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Summer, which lasts from June to September, is peak tourist season in Europe, and that's typically when consulates receive the most number of visa applications. If you plan your trip, you can avoid long wait times by applying for your Schengen visa before the tourist season is in full swing. Consider applying in March or April if you plan to travel during the Summer time in Europe.
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There are several exciting destinations closer to home that offer easy visas. For example, at the end of 2023, Malaysia and Thailand eliminated visa requirements for Indian travellers for a trip of up to 30 days.
Shri Lanka also adopted the distribution of a free visa initiative for Indian visitors, which will last until 31 March 2024. Additionally, Egypt added India to its visa-on-arrival list in April 2023, and Kenya announced visa-free access for visitors from around the world starting January 2024. There are several beach destinations and safari destinations that offer Indian travellers visa-free or visa-friendly access. If you're looking to apply for a Schengen or US visa, read on for tips to make your visa applications easier and quicker in 2024.
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Avoid dummy bookings as consulates may verify your itinerary. Instead, opt for a refundable flight booking and real hotel reservations that offer the option to pay upon arrival.
If you're travelling to the Schengen area, look for countries with low rejection rates. It can be helpful to refer to reliable statistics like those released by the Schengen Visa Info website to make an informed decision when applying for a Schengen visa.
Minor yet important details in your applications and from your past travels could make better your visa process. If you are applying for a Schengen visa and have travelled to any Schengen country in the past four years and have given your biometric for the visa process, you can send your documents virtually to an agent in that city and let them apply on your behalf.
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