UAE Travelers: 9 Schengen Countries Offering Affordable Visa Options
DUBAI: UAE residents planning trips to Europe can benefit from affordable Schengen visa options, allowing travel across 29 countries with a single visa.
While the base fee for a Schengen visa is €90 (approximately Dh380), additional service fees vary by embassy, leading to significant savings for travelers.
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A recent analysis reveals that applying through certain embassies can reduce visa costs by nearly Dh200. The most affordable options include:
- Germany: Total cost is around Dh530, with low service fees.
- Italy: Total cost is approximately Dh420, making it one of the cheapest options.
- Sweden: Also around Dh420, thanks to competitive service fees.
- France and Austria: Total costs range from Dh480 to Dh550.
- Netherlands: Total cost is about Dh490.
- Belgium: Costs range from Dh490 to Dh540.
- Switzerland: Total cost varies from Dh510 to Dh550.
- Portugal: Higher service fees bring total costs to between Dh520 and Dh580.
To maximize savings, travelers are advised to apply through cheaper embassies like Italy, Germany, or Sweden.
It’s important to plan the first entry carefully, as the visa should be applied for through the country of first entry or where the traveler spends the most time.
As Dubai and Abu Dhabi serve as key gateways to Europe, strategic embassy choices can make the visa process smoother and more economical for UAE travelers.
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