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Traveling to EU countries: The cost of the Schengen visa will increase during 2024!

2024-02-08 10:21:24Kosova&Bota SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX

Traveling to EU countries: The cost of the Schengen visa will increase during

Schengen visas are required for citizens from non-EU countries that do not benefit from the 90-day visa-free rule of the EU and the Schengen area. The European Commission has presented a proposal for increasing the basic fee for the Schengen visa in 2024.

If it gets the green light, the cost will increase by 12% from 80 to 90 euros for adults and from 40 to 45 euros for children. The EU is also planning to further increase the fee for countries that show "insufficient cooperation on readmission", which refers to accepting the re-entry of individuals expelled from member states.

Schengen visas are required for citizens from non-EU countries that do not benefit from the 90-day visa-free rule of the EU and the Schengen area. These include nationals of South Africa, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and China. If the proposal becomes policy, the price increase could come in the coming months.

How much will the Schengen visa cost in 2024?

The European Commission presented a draft of the Schengen visa fee increase on February 2, following a meeting in December, during which experts from member states supported the revision with an "overwhelming majority". The initiative will be open for comments until March 1. During this time, EU citizens can express their opinions on the matter and communicate whether they support the proposal or not.

After that, the EU can implement the changes which enter into force 20 days after their publication in the Official Journal of the European Union. The Commission has emphasized that the proposed increase in prices is caused by the increase in the rate of inflation in the EU. The body undertakes a review of the Schengen visa fee every three years.

If it continues, visa costs will increase from 80 to 90 euros for adults and from 40 to 45 euros for children. For countries that have not demonstrated cooperation in readmitting citizens, the cost will increase from 120 to 135 euros and from 160 to 180 euros. In addition, the Commission has proposed to allow external Schengen visa providers to increase their fees in line with the review.

The maximum amount that external providers, such as visa agencies, that collect Schengen visa applications on behalf of member states can charge is usually half the standard fee. The Commission proposes that this be increased from 40 to 45 euros. In contrast, the fee for the extension of the Schengen visa will remain fixed at 30 euros.

The EU will introduce digital-only Schengen visas

The EU has also announced plans to bring in a digital-only Schengen visa, which was discussed in 2022. Travelers will be able to apply online regardless of the country they plan to visit. The digital version will replace the current system of stickers in passports. The European Commission says it hopes to introduce the digital platform by 2028.

Do I need a Schengen visa to visit the EU?

A Schengen visa is required for citizens of non-EU countries that do not benefit from the 90-day rule. Citizens of countries including South Africa, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and China require the Schengen visa, which allows a stay in 28 European countries for up to 90 days for tourism purposes or family visits. British, Canadian, American and Australian nationals do not need to apply for a Schengen visa.


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