Practical guides to Schengen visas and the 90/180-day rule — how to apply, calculate your permitted days, fees, and what changes with ETIAS.
Irish citizens are EU citizens, so their passports aren't stamped in France and the EES biometric system doesn't apply to them. Here's how Schengen entry actually works for an Irish passport — and when dual nationality changes the answer.
A multiple-entry Schengen visa (MEV) is typically valid for 1 to 5 years, letting you enter the Schengen Area repeatedly as long as you respect the 90/180-day stay limit. Validity is at the discretion of the consulate, not a fixed right.
The Schengen visa fee stays at €90 for adults in 2026 — the next EU review isn't due until 2027. What is changing is EES, ETIAS at €20, and the digital visa.
Nine EU states told the Commission they couldn't wire every border crossing point up for the EES on day one. Here's what they actually said, why it happened, and what you'll face at the desk in 2026.
A family of four pays €180–€360 in official Schengen visa fees, plus €100–€400 in visa centre charges, insurance and extras. Here are the real numbers, four worked scenarios and the exemptions most families miss.
Schengen visa applications from Chinese travellers are surging ahead of the 2026 travel season. Here is what the numbers show, what the visa now costs, how long processing takes, and how to avoid the most common mistakes.
No EU-wide decision has yet ended Schengen tourist visa access for Russian nationals, but the proposal has been debated since 2022 and returned to the agenda in 2025–2026. This article explains what a ban would mean, who would be exempt, and how existing visas and pending applications are affected.
The standard Schengen visa fee is €90 per adult in 2026, with children 6–11 charged €45 and under-6s free. After service-centre charges, photos and insurance, the real cost usually lands between €150 and €200 per person.
Should you get a single entry or multiple entry Schengen visa? We compare validity, cost, and entry rules to help you pick the right one for your trip — and avoid the 'pick the wrong visa' trap.
Can you get a last-minute Schengen visa before Christmas? Yes, but it's tight. Learn the fastest routes, premium services, and which countries process applications quickest.
A multiple entry Schengen visa lets you enter and leave the Schengen Area freely for a year or more. Here's how it works, who qualifies, and how to apply step by step.
Schengen visa appointment fraud is on the rise. This guide explains how fake websites and third-party agents scam travellers, how to book only through official channels, and what to do if you’ve already paid a fraudster.