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Hike In Schengen Visa Fees: Things To Know

The government of Slovenia, a member of the EU bloc, has confirmed the increase in the Schengen visa fee in a statement issued on May 20

The fee hike will start from June Photo: Shutterstock
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Planning a holiday in Europe in the Schengen visa regions? Here's some not so great news. Your European vacation will cost more as the European Commission has announced a 12 per cent global increase in type C visa fees for the area, effective from June 11, 2024. The government of Slovenia, a member of the EU bloc, has confirmed the increase in the Schengen visa fee. A statement issued on May 20 by Slovenian authorities said, "The European Commission adopted a decision to increase short-stay Schengen visa (visa type C) fees worldwide by 12 per cent. The increase will apply worldwide as of 11 June 2024".