India, May 28 -- A Schengen visa is an entry authorization granted by a Schengen country, allowing non-EU citizens to enter and remain in the Schengen zone, which includes 29 European countries with abolished border controls at their common borders, for a brief visit of up to 90 days within a 180-day time period. This visa typically facilitates tourism, business trips, family visits, medical treatment, study, and other short-term activities.

Schengen visas can be single-entry (for one trip) or multiple-entry (for multiple trips) with applications usually submitted to the embassy or consulate of the Schengen country where the applicant intends to stay for the longest period.

Prospective visitors must submit your application to the consu...