Schengen travel insurance is a mandatory policy for anyone applying for a Schengen visa - which covers 29 European countries that allow border-free movement.
Indian man's Norway trip plan hit a roadblock after his Schengen visa was denied over doubts he would return home despite full paperwork and family invitation
Europe New travel rules 2025: From October 12, non-EU travellers to Europe must register biometrics under the new Entry/Exit System replacing passport stamps by April 2026
The EU's new entry/exit system requires non-EU travellers to register fingerprints, facial scans, and personal details on first entry to the Schengen area, excluding Ireland and Cyprus
Soon, travel to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, and Kuwait with one visa as GCC approves a Schengen-style unified tourist visa awaiting rollout
To ensure your visa application is as smooth as your gondola ride, make sure your insurance policy contains these essential coverages, safeguarding your journey from start to finish.