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| Boilerpipe Text | NAME : Axel Strauss
DATE: Dec. 19, 2023
On June 14th, 1985, five European nations decided to make travel within their borders a little easier by signing the
Schengen Agreement
. This, in turn, led to the creation and subsequent growth of the
Schengen Area
. Today,
not all European nations
are part of the Schengen Zone, but the most popular tourist destinations are. And if you plan on visiting them from outside the Schengen Zone, you might need a
Schengen Visa
. Getting one, meanwhile, has traditionally required a lot of paperwork for all parties involved — not to mention some light, pre-Europe traveling for the applicant.
Fortunately though, on November 13th, 2023, the
European Council
officially announced that it will soon
digitize the whole process
. And so, if you now happen to find yourself asking “
Can I get a Schengen visa online?
” — AXA has all you need to know below.
How do I get a Schengen e-Visa?
How long does it take to get a Schengen visa online?
How much does an online Schengen visa cost?
What are the 4 types of Schengen visas?
What about ETIAS?
What to expect with the Schengen eVisa
How can AXA help?
How do I get a Schengen e-Visa?
While the
electronic Schengen visa
is still very much in the works, the European Council did lay out a few of the details that should —in theory —make everyone’s lives a bit easier.
First and foremost, it plans to create an
EU visa application platform
that will process all future applications for Schengen visas (in theory, and with
“a few exceptions
”*).
This means that to apply, you will no longer need to appear at the consulate of your destination country in person. Instead, you’ll simply enter your relevant data, upload electronic copies of your documents, and pay the relevant visa fees — all from the comfort of your screen! All this will likely include an online application form for your Schengen visa too.
PRO-TIP:
Meanwhile, you can learn how to fill out the traditional one
here
.
PRO-TIP 2
: And AXA can also help you learn exactly what other documents you’ll
need to apply here
.
*The European Council adds that “
In principle, in-person appearance will only be necessary for first-time applicants, people whose biometric data are no longer valid, and people with a new travel document.
”
Meanwhile, the
traditional visa sticker
that goes in your passport will be replaced with a
cryptographically signed barcode
(i.e., a digital signature).
Back in June 2023, when the rules for the digitization of the process were first agreed upon, Swedish Minister for Migration Maria Malmer Stenergard explained: “
The digital visa will make the application process easier for travelers,
simplifies the administrative procedure
and
increases the security of the Schengen area
by for example reducing the risk of falsification and theft of the visa sticker.
”
How long does it take to get a Schengen visa online?
Traditionally speaking, it takes about
15 days to process your Schengen visa application
. In certain cases, however, it can take up to two months.
And the Council did not specify whether there would be any changes in
wait times
with their new platform just yet either. However, not scheduling and attending an appointment with a consulate and/or visa application center (Iike
VFS Global
) should definitely speed things up!
How much does an online Schengen visa cost?
The same goes for costs — as in, no word on any changes from the Council just yet. And, currently,
Schengen visa costs are universal
no matter where you are in the world.
A Schengen visa for one adult costs €80.
For children between the ages of 6 and 12 — 40€.
And children under 6 can get a Schengen visa for free.*
*In certain cases, the visa fee may also be waived for:
participants in certain seminars, conferences, sporting, cultural, and/or educational events (25yo or under);
students/teachers on study and/or training trips;
certain professionals traveling for scientific research.
However, with the traditional Schengen visa application process, there are usually extra administrative and/or service fees associated with a visa center, consulate, and/or the respective officials. And these (and the initial Visa fee) are usually not reimbursed if your visa is refused.
But with everything going online — there’s a good chance that most (or at least some) of these will be abolished too. So let’s hope for the best!
What are the 4 types of Schengen visas?
As far as the Schengen visa itself, there seem to be no big changes planned. There are currently
four basic types of Schengen visa
:
short-stay
(aka the “
tourist visa
,” and the most common one),
business
,
work
, and
student
.
If you’re planning on being in and out of Europe a lot, you can also opt for a
multiple-entry visa
. And if you have a partner living and/or working in the Schengen Zone, you have a few
different options
.
AXA can help you learn more about each Schengen visa type — and the differences between them —
here
.
Which is the fastest Schengen visa to obtain?
The wait times between types of visas don’t really discriminate — with 15 days being the average for any Schengen visa processing.
What about ETIAS?
You may have heard of
ETIAS
at this point too. If not — the
European Travel Information and Authorization System
is a new system of requirements for entering Europe that the EU is currently working on too. ETIAS has been postponed a number of times since 2016. And, in theory, it’s currently set to go into effect in 2025.
ETIAS is not the same thing as a Schengen Visa. And while it’s unclear which of the two online systems the EU will have up and running first, AXA can help you learn more about ETIAS
here
.
IMPORTANT NOTE: AXA continues to do our best to bring you the latest news regarding travel requirements to Europe. But it’s still best to double-check with your destination country’s official consulate/embassy website. And remember to consult the
official website of the European Union
just in case too.
What to expect with the Schengen e-Visa
As you can imagine, digitizing the Schengen visa application process is no easy feat. And until the proposed platform goes live, the specific details about the
Schengen eVisa
remain vague.
Here’s what the Council does have to say as of late 2023:
“Following signature, the two regulations will be published in the Official Journal of the European Union and will enter into force on the twentieth day after publication. The date of application of the new rules will be decided when technical work on the visa platform and the digital visa has been concluded.
”
One thing, however, is clear: it’s a very exciting time in the history of both the Schengen countries and millions of travelers near and far! So stay tuned, keep your ears to the ground, and check back with AXA — as well as with the official source (i.e., the
European Council’s Official Press Release page
) — for the latest developments.
How can AXA help?
And in the meantime, AXA’s here for you in all sorts of well-tested ways — and
already completely online
, mind you.
First off, we can help you
figure out whether you need a Schengen visa
or not in the first place. If you do, we’ll gladly guide you through the application for the
application process for a non-electronic Schengen visa
too.
And what we do best will both help you with a crucial step in your Schengen Visa application process and make sure you’re in good hands throughout your upcoming trip to Europe. And that is — provide you with affordable and comprehensive Schengen travel insurance.
Whether electronically or not,
travel insurance is mandatory
when applying for a Schengen visa. Fear not — AXA’s Schengen travel insurance plans meet all the necessary requirements.
An
AXA plan can (already) be easily purchased online
— from anywhere in the world, and in a matter of minutes.
The AXA travel insurance certificate is
accepted by all Schengen countries
’ embassies and consulates.
Moreover, the
AXA certificate can be downloaded and printed online
instantly too. And, therefore, uploaded (once the new EU platform is up and running).
And if your visa application is denied — AXA will
refund
your travel insurance fees in most circumstances. We’ll only ask that you provide official documentation explaining why your visa was refused from the relevant embassy, consulate, visa application center, and/or the online Schengen Visa platform (in theory).
And, finally, an AXA travel insurance plan will help guarantee your Eurotrip is as safe as possible — no matter how you get your Schengen visa.
So
learn more about and compare each of our 4 unique plans here
. They’ll help guarantee your future Eurotrip is as stress-free and safe as possible — no matter how you get your Schengen visa.
RELATED ARTICLES:
How to apply for a Schengen Visa from the U.S.
How to apply for a Schengen Visa from the U.K.
How to choose the best Schengen travel insurance
European Schengen visa-free countries
How safe is Europe to visit?
Can I work or study with a Schengen visa?
The tourist (or Type C) allows visitors to enter the Schengen Zone for a short business trip, a holiday, or to visit family members. However, it cannot be converted into a work or study permit. But you do have other options, and
AXA can tell you more about what they are.
Can I extend my Schengen visa?
You can, but only in
exceptional circumstances
. AXA can tell you more about that too,
here
.
What if my Schengen visa application is rejected?
If your application is rejected, you usually have two options — apply again, or write a letter of appeal. You can learn more in the EU’s
Article 32(3) of the Visa Code of the Schengen Agreement
.
Are the Schengen Zone and the European Union the same thing?
No. These two entities are not the same thing. You can learn more
here
. |
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# Schengen visa online application form and requirements
NAME : Axel Strauss
DATE: Dec. 19, 2023
On June 14th, 1985, five European nations decided to make travel within their borders a little easier by signing the [Schengen Agreement](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-agreement). This, in turn, led to the creation and subsequent growth of the [**Schengen Area**](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/countries-schengen-area). Today, [not all European nations](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/non-schengen-countries) are part of the Schengen Zone, but the most popular tourist destinations are. And if you plan on visiting them from outside the Schengen Zone, you might need a [**Schengen Visa**](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/what-is-schengen-visa). Getting one, meanwhile, has traditionally required a lot of paperwork for all parties involved — not to mention some light, pre-Europe traveling for the applicant.
Fortunately though, on November 13th, 2023, the [European Council](https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/) officially announced that it will soon **digitize the whole process**. And so, if you now happen to find yourself asking “*Can I get a Schengen visa online?*” — AXA has all you need to know below.
- [How do I get a Schengen e-Visa?](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/news/schengen-visa-online-application#1)
- [How long does it take to get a Schengen visa online?](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/news/schengen-visa-online-application#2)
- [How much does an online Schengen visa cost?](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/news/schengen-visa-online-application#3)
- [What are the 4 types of Schengen visas?](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/news/schengen-visa-online-application#4)
- [What about ETIAS?](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/news/schengen-visa-online-application#5)
- [What to expect with the Schengen eVisa](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/news/schengen-visa-online-application#6)
- [How can AXA help?](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/news/schengen-visa-online-application#7)
## How do I get a Schengen e-Visa?
While the **electronic Schengen visa** is still very much in the works, the European Council did lay out a few of the details that should —in theory —make everyone’s lives a bit easier.
First and foremost, it plans to create an **EU visa application platform** that will process all future applications for Schengen visas (in theory, and with *“a few exceptions*”\*).
This means that to apply, you will no longer need to appear at the consulate of your destination country in person. Instead, you’ll simply enter your relevant data, upload electronic copies of your documents, and pay the relevant visa fees — all from the comfort of your screen! All this will likely include an online application form for your Schengen visa too.
PRO-TIP: Meanwhile, you can learn how to fill out the traditional one [here](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/getting-visa-schengen-area/application).
PRO-TIP 2: And AXA can also help you learn exactly what other documents you’ll [need to apply here](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-visa/application-requirements).
\*The European Council adds that “*In principle, in-person appearance will only be necessary for first-time applicants, people whose biometric data are no longer valid, and people with a new travel document.*”
Meanwhile, the [**traditional visa sticker**](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-visa/visa-sticker) that goes in your passport will be replaced with a **cryptographically signed barcode** (i.e., a digital signature).
Back in June 2023, when the rules for the digitization of the process were first agreed upon, Swedish Minister for Migration Maria Malmer Stenergard explained: “*The digital visa will make the application process easier for travelers, **simplifies the administrative procedure** and **increases the security of the Schengen area** by for example reducing the risk of falsification and theft of the visa sticker.*”
## How long does it take to get a Schengen visa online?
Traditionally speaking, it takes about [15 days to process your Schengen visa application](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-visa/processing-time). In certain cases, however, it can take up to two months.
And the Council did not specify whether there would be any changes in **wait times** with their new platform just yet either. However, not scheduling and attending an appointment with a consulate and/or visa application center (Iike [VFS Global](https://www.vfsglobal.com/en/individuals/index.html)) should definitely speed things up\!
## How much does an online Schengen visa cost?
The same goes for costs — as in, no word on any changes from the Council just yet. And, currently, [Schengen visa costs are universal](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/apply-schengen-visa/schengen-visa-cost) no matter where you are in the world.
- A Schengen visa for one adult costs €80.
- For children between the ages of 6 and 12 — 40€.
- And children under 6 can get a Schengen visa for free.\*
\*In certain cases, the visa fee may also be waived for:
- *participants in certain seminars, conferences, sporting, cultural, and/or educational events (25yo or under);*
- *students/teachers on study and/or training trips;*
- *certain professionals traveling for scientific research.*
However, with the traditional Schengen visa application process, there are usually extra administrative and/or service fees associated with a visa center, consulate, and/or the respective officials. And these (and the initial Visa fee) are usually not reimbursed if your visa is refused.
But with everything going online — there’s a good chance that most (or at least some) of these will be abolished too. So let’s hope for the best\!
## What are the 4 types of Schengen visas?
As far as the Schengen visa itself, there seem to be no big changes planned. There are currently **four basic types of Schengen visa**: [short-stay](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/apply-schengen-visa/schengen-visa-types/short-stay-schengen-visa) (aka the “**tourist visa**,” and the most common one), [business](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-visa/business-visa), [work](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/apply-schengen-visa/schengen-visa-types/work-visa), and [student](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/apply-schengen-visa/schengen-visa-types/student-visa).
If you’re planning on being in and out of Europe a lot, you can also opt for a [**multiple-entry visa**](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/apply-schengen-visa/multiple-entry-schengen-visa). And if you have a partner living and/or working in the Schengen Zone, you have a few [different options](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-visa-couples).
AXA can help you learn more about each Schengen visa type — and the differences between them — [here](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/apply-schengen-visa/schengen-visa-types).
### Which is the fastest Schengen visa to obtain?
The wait times between types of visas don’t really discriminate — with 15 days being the average for any Schengen visa processing.
## What about ETIAS?
You may have heard of [**ETIAS**](https://travel-europe.europa.eu/etias_en) at this point too. If not — the **European Travel Information and Authorization System** is a new system of requirements for entering Europe that the EU is currently working on too. ETIAS has been postponed a number of times since 2016. And, in theory, it’s currently set to go into effect in 2025.
ETIAS is not the same thing as a Schengen Visa. And while it’s unclear which of the two online systems the EU will have up and running first, AXA can help you learn more about ETIAS [here](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-visa/what-is-etias).
IMPORTANT NOTE: AXA continues to do our best to bring you the latest news regarding travel requirements to Europe. But it’s still best to double-check with your destination country’s official consulate/embassy website. And remember to consult the [official website of the European Union](https://european-union.europa.eu/index_en) just in case too.
## What to expect with the Schengen e-Visa
As you can imagine, digitizing the Schengen visa application process is no easy feat. And until the proposed platform goes live, the specific details about the **Schengen eVisa** remain vague.
Here’s what the Council does have to say as of late 2023: *“Following signature, the two regulations will be published in the Official Journal of the European Union and will enter into force on the twentieth day after publication. The date of application of the new rules will be decided when technical work on the visa platform and the digital visa has been concluded.*”
One thing, however, is clear: it’s a very exciting time in the history of both the Schengen countries and millions of travelers near and far! So stay tuned, keep your ears to the ground, and check back with AXA — as well as with the official source (i.e., the [European Council’s Official Press Release page](https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/)) — for the latest developments.
## How can AXA help?
And in the meantime, AXA’s here for you in all sorts of well-tested ways — and **already completely online**, mind you.
First off, we can help you [figure out whether you need a Schengen visa](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/apply-schengen-visa) or not in the first place. If you do, we’ll gladly guide you through the application for the [application process for a non-electronic Schengen visa](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/getting-visa-schengen-area) too.
And what we do best will both help you with a crucial step in your Schengen Visa application process and make sure you’re in good hands throughout your upcoming trip to Europe. And that is — provide you with affordable and comprehensive Schengen travel insurance.
Whether electronically or not, **travel insurance is mandatory** when applying for a Schengen visa. Fear not — AXA’s Schengen travel insurance plans meet all the necessary requirements.
An **AXA plan can (already) be easily purchased online** — from anywhere in the world, and in a matter of minutes.
The AXA travel insurance certificate is **accepted by all Schengen countries**’ embassies and consulates.
Moreover, the **AXA certificate can be downloaded and printed online** instantly too. And, therefore, uploaded (once the new EU platform is up and running).
And if your visa application is denied — AXA will **refund** your travel insurance fees in most circumstances. We’ll only ask that you provide official documentation explaining why your visa was refused from the relevant embassy, consulate, visa application center, and/or the online Schengen Visa platform (in theory).
And, finally, an AXA travel insurance plan will help guarantee your Eurotrip is as safe as possible — no matter how you get your Schengen visa.
So [**learn more about and compare each of our 4 unique plans here**](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/coverage). They’ll help guarantee your future Eurotrip is as stress-free and safe as possible — no matter how you get your Schengen visa.
### RELATED ARTICLES:
- [How to apply for a Schengen Visa from the U.S.](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/apply-schengen-visa/us)
- [How to apply for a Schengen Visa from the U.K.](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-visa/uk)
- [How to choose the best Schengen travel insurance](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-travel-insurance/visa-insurance)
- [European Schengen visa-free countries](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/non-schengen-countries)
- [How safe is Europe to visit?](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/traveling-Europe-safety-tips)
### Can I work or study with a Schengen visa?
The tourist (or Type C) allows visitors to enter the Schengen Zone for a short business trip, a holiday, or to visit family members. However, it cannot be converted into a work or study permit. But you do have other options, and [AXA can tell you more about what they are.](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/student-visa-work-schengen-area)
### Can I extend my Schengen visa?
You can, but only in **exceptional circumstances**. AXA can tell you more about that too, [here](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-visa/visa-extension).
### What if my Schengen visa application is rejected?
If your application is rejected, you usually have two options — apply again, or write a letter of appeal. You can learn more in the EU’s [Article 32(3) of the Visa Code of the Schengen Agreement](https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX%3A62019CJ0225#:~:text=3.,law%20of%20that%20Member%20State.).
### Are the Schengen Zone and the European Union the same thing?
No. These two entities are not the same thing. You can learn more [here](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/non-schengen-countries).
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DATE: Dec. 19, 2023
On June 14th, 1985, five European nations decided to make travel within their borders a little easier by signing the [Schengen Agreement](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-agreement). This, in turn, led to the creation and subsequent growth of the [**Schengen Area**](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/countries-schengen-area). Today, [not all European nations](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/non-schengen-countries) are part of the Schengen Zone, but the most popular tourist destinations are. And if you plan on visiting them from outside the Schengen Zone, you might need a [**Schengen Visa**](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/what-is-schengen-visa). Getting one, meanwhile, has traditionally required a lot of paperwork for all parties involved — not to mention some light, pre-Europe traveling for the applicant.
Fortunately though, on November 13th, 2023, the [European Council](https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/) officially announced that it will soon **digitize the whole process**. And so, if you now happen to find yourself asking “*Can I get a Schengen visa online?*” — AXA has all you need to know below.
- [How do I get a Schengen e-Visa?](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/news/schengen-visa-online-application#1)
- [How long does it take to get a Schengen visa online?](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/news/schengen-visa-online-application#2)
- [How much does an online Schengen visa cost?](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/news/schengen-visa-online-application#3)
- [What are the 4 types of Schengen visas?](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/news/schengen-visa-online-application#4)
- [What about ETIAS?](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/news/schengen-visa-online-application#5)
- [What to expect with the Schengen eVisa](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/news/schengen-visa-online-application#6)
- [How can AXA help?](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/news/schengen-visa-online-application#7)
## How do I get a Schengen e-Visa?
While the **electronic Schengen visa** is still very much in the works, the European Council did lay out a few of the details that should —in theory —make everyone’s lives a bit easier.
First and foremost, it plans to create an **EU visa application platform** that will process all future applications for Schengen visas (in theory, and with *“a few exceptions*”\*).
This means that to apply, you will no longer need to appear at the consulate of your destination country in person. Instead, you’ll simply enter your relevant data, upload electronic copies of your documents, and pay the relevant visa fees — all from the comfort of your screen! All this will likely include an online application form for your Schengen visa too.
PRO-TIP: Meanwhile, you can learn how to fill out the traditional one [here](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/getting-visa-schengen-area/application).
PRO-TIP 2: And AXA can also help you learn exactly what other documents you’ll [need to apply here](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-visa/application-requirements).
\*The European Council adds that “*In principle, in-person appearance will only be necessary for first-time applicants, people whose biometric data are no longer valid, and people with a new travel document.*”
Meanwhile, the [**traditional visa sticker**](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-visa/visa-sticker) that goes in your passport will be replaced with a **cryptographically signed barcode** (i.e., a digital signature).
Back in June 2023, when the rules for the digitization of the process were first agreed upon, Swedish Minister for Migration Maria Malmer Stenergard explained: “*The digital visa will make the application process easier for travelers, **simplifies the administrative procedure** and **increases the security of the Schengen area** by for example reducing the risk of falsification and theft of the visa sticker.*”
## How long does it take to get a Schengen visa online?
Traditionally speaking, it takes about [15 days to process your Schengen visa application](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-visa/processing-time). In certain cases, however, it can take up to two months.
And the Council did not specify whether there would be any changes in **wait times** with their new platform just yet either. However, not scheduling and attending an appointment with a consulate and/or visa application center (Iike [VFS Global](https://www.vfsglobal.com/en/individuals/index.html)) should definitely speed things up\!
## How much does an online Schengen visa cost?
The same goes for costs — as in, no word on any changes from the Council just yet. And, currently, [Schengen visa costs are universal](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/apply-schengen-visa/schengen-visa-cost) no matter where you are in the world.
- A Schengen visa for one adult costs €80.
- For children between the ages of 6 and 12 — 40€.
- And children under 6 can get a Schengen visa for free.\*
\*In certain cases, the visa fee may also be waived for:
- *participants in certain seminars, conferences, sporting, cultural, and/or educational events (25yo or under);*
- *students/teachers on study and/or training trips;*
- *certain professionals traveling for scientific research.*
However, with the traditional Schengen visa application process, there are usually extra administrative and/or service fees associated with a visa center, consulate, and/or the respective officials. And these (and the initial Visa fee) are usually not reimbursed if your visa is refused.
But with everything going online — there’s a good chance that most (or at least some) of these will be abolished too. So let’s hope for the best\!
## What are the 4 types of Schengen visas?
As far as the Schengen visa itself, there seem to be no big changes planned. There are currently **four basic types of Schengen visa**: [short-stay](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/apply-schengen-visa/schengen-visa-types/short-stay-schengen-visa) (aka the “**tourist visa**,” and the most common one), [business](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-visa/business-visa), [work](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/apply-schengen-visa/schengen-visa-types/work-visa), and [student](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/apply-schengen-visa/schengen-visa-types/student-visa).
If you’re planning on being in and out of Europe a lot, you can also opt for a [**multiple-entry visa**](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/apply-schengen-visa/multiple-entry-schengen-visa). And if you have a partner living and/or working in the Schengen Zone, you have a few [different options](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-visa-couples).
AXA can help you learn more about each Schengen visa type — and the differences between them — [here](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/apply-schengen-visa/schengen-visa-types).
### Which is the fastest Schengen visa to obtain?
The wait times between types of visas don’t really discriminate — with 15 days being the average for any Schengen visa processing.
## What about ETIAS?
You may have heard of [**ETIAS**](https://travel-europe.europa.eu/etias_en) at this point too. If not — the **European Travel Information and Authorization System** is a new system of requirements for entering Europe that the EU is currently working on too. ETIAS has been postponed a number of times since 2016. And, in theory, it’s currently set to go into effect in 2025.
ETIAS is not the same thing as a Schengen Visa. And while it’s unclear which of the two online systems the EU will have up and running first, AXA can help you learn more about ETIAS [here](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-visa/what-is-etias).
IMPORTANT NOTE: AXA continues to do our best to bring you the latest news regarding travel requirements to Europe. But it’s still best to double-check with your destination country’s official consulate/embassy website. And remember to consult the [official website of the European Union](https://european-union.europa.eu/index_en) just in case too.
## What to expect with the Schengen e-Visa
As you can imagine, digitizing the Schengen visa application process is no easy feat. And until the proposed platform goes live, the specific details about the **Schengen eVisa** remain vague.
Here’s what the Council does have to say as of late 2023: *“Following signature, the two regulations will be published in the Official Journal of the European Union and will enter into force on the twentieth day after publication. The date of application of the new rules will be decided when technical work on the visa platform and the digital visa has been concluded.*”
One thing, however, is clear: it’s a very exciting time in the history of both the Schengen countries and millions of travelers near and far! So stay tuned, keep your ears to the ground, and check back with AXA — as well as with the official source (i.e., the [European Council’s Official Press Release page](https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/)) — for the latest developments.
## How can AXA help?
And in the meantime, AXA’s here for you in all sorts of well-tested ways — and **already completely online**, mind you.
First off, we can help you [figure out whether you need a Schengen visa](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/apply-schengen-visa) or not in the first place. If you do, we’ll gladly guide you through the application for the [application process for a non-electronic Schengen visa](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/getting-visa-schengen-area) too.
And what we do best will both help you with a crucial step in your Schengen Visa application process and make sure you’re in good hands throughout your upcoming trip to Europe. And that is — provide you with affordable and comprehensive Schengen travel insurance.
Whether electronically or not, **travel insurance is mandatory** when applying for a Schengen visa. Fear not — AXA’s Schengen travel insurance plans meet all the necessary requirements.
An **AXA plan can (already) be easily purchased online** — from anywhere in the world, and in a matter of minutes.
The AXA travel insurance certificate is **accepted by all Schengen countries**’ embassies and consulates.
Moreover, the **AXA certificate can be downloaded and printed online** instantly too. And, therefore, uploaded (once the new EU platform is up and running).
And if your visa application is denied — AXA will **refund** your travel insurance fees in most circumstances. We’ll only ask that you provide official documentation explaining why your visa was refused from the relevant embassy, consulate, visa application center, and/or the online Schengen Visa platform (in theory).
And, finally, an AXA travel insurance plan will help guarantee your Eurotrip is as safe as possible — no matter how you get your Schengen visa.
So [**learn more about and compare each of our 4 unique plans here**](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/coverage). They’ll help guarantee your future Eurotrip is as stress-free and safe as possible — no matter how you get your Schengen visa.
### RELATED ARTICLES:
- [How to apply for a Schengen Visa from the U.S.](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/apply-schengen-visa/us)
- [How to apply for a Schengen Visa from the U.K.](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-visa/uk)
- [How to choose the best Schengen travel insurance](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-travel-insurance/visa-insurance)
- [European Schengen visa-free countries](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/non-schengen-countries)
- [How safe is Europe to visit?](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/traveling-Europe-safety-tips)
### Can I work or study with a Schengen visa?
The tourist (or Type C) allows visitors to enter the Schengen Zone for a short business trip, a holiday, or to visit family members. However, it cannot be converted into a work or study permit. But you do have other options, and [AXA can tell you more about what they are.](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/student-visa-work-schengen-area)
### Can I extend my Schengen visa?
You can, but only in **exceptional circumstances**. AXA can tell you more about that too, [here](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/schengen-visa/visa-extension).
### What if my Schengen visa application is rejected?
If your application is rejected, you usually have two options — apply again, or write a letter of appeal. You can learn more in the EU’s [Article 32(3) of the Visa Code of the Schengen Agreement](https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX%3A62019CJ0225#:~:text=3.,law%20of%20that%20Member%20State.).
### Are the Schengen Zone and the European Union the same thing?
No. These two entities are not the same thing. You can learn more [here](https://www.axa-schengen.com/en/non-schengen-countries). |
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