Many travelers must obtain a Schengen visa before visiting any destination in Europe. The Schengen visa, which encompasses 29 countries, allows its holders to cross borders within the Schengen Area. And for a first-time applicant, it may be overwhelming.

Additionally, there is an investment involved, as the process isn’t free. Insurte insurance company , which specializes in Schengen visa insurance, shares some key points that first-time applicants traveling from Iowa should be aware of.

Understanding the basics

Schengen visas allow non-EU citizens (who aren’t visa-exempt) to visit the Schengen Area. It’s most commonly issued for things such as tourism, family visits and business trips. Each application has to be submitted to the consulate of the country you plan to arrive in first

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