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Types of Schengen Visa Explained

What Are the Types of Schengen Visa?

Getting a Schengen visa is a complicated process. Before anything else, you must find out the type of visa that will apply to you before starting the application process. The different types of Schengen visas are listed below.

Types of Schengen Visas

Description

Uniform Schengen Visas (USV)

Such a visa allows a permit for one of the Schengen Area Member Countries to reside in any desired territory for up to six months in The Schengen area. The purpose of the trip will decide the type of visa under this section.

Limited Territorial Validity Visas (LTV)

This visa enables the owners to travel only around the countries that have issued them the visa. They cannot visit or travel to any other Schengen country.

National Visas

Individuals planning to study, work or take up permanent residence in the Schengen area can apply for this visa. It can be both single and multiple-entry.

Now, these different visa types can be further subdivided into other parts. Check these out before applying for a visa.

Uniform Schengen Visas (USV) – Category A

Uniform Schengen Visas (USV) – Category B

Uniform Schengen Visas (USV) – Category C

Uniform Schengen Visas (USV) – Category D

Limited Territorial Validity Visas (LTV)

What Are the Key Features of a Schengen Visa?

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