Shengen Visa, do I need one?

[rosalan]

Will I need a Shengen Visa to enter anywhere in Europe? France, Spain and Portugal in particular. What other changes are now known? International Driving Licence, Green Card etc. Is there anything else I should know that I may have missed? After travelling in and around Europe for the last 60 years, I am now getting out of touch (Thanks Boris).

 

[royandsharont]

Take look through the list rosalan of about the first 10 pages of the ‘Whats New’ column of the forum & you will probably get all your questions answered and more. It’s all been well discussed which is good & easy to follow.
THIS is a helpful one to start with currently on page 13
and ANOTHER here

 

[busby]

Will I need a Shengen Visa to enter anywhere in Europe? France, Spain and Portugal in particular. What other changes are now known? International Driving Licence, Green Card etc. Is there anything else I should know that I may have missed? After travelling in and around Europe for the last 60 years, I am now getting out of touch (Thanks Boris).

Nothing to do with Boris,,Blame Cameron ,,he gave us the Referendum.BUSBY.

 

[Lenny HB]

Not yet, they are planning to bring in a visa waver scheme like the states by the end of 2022. If will be all done online, I think something like €7 for 3 years has been mentioned.

Also it's just been announced that Green cards are no longer required for your vehicle insurance.

 

[The Wino]

Not yet, they are planning to bring in a visa waver scheme like the states by the end of 2022. If will be all done online, I think something like €7 for 3 years has been mentioned.

Also it's just been announced that Green cards are no longer required for your vehicle insurance.

Has the green card change happened I thought it was a proposal at the moment.

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[deleted79651]

Has the green card change happened I thought it was a proposal at the moment.

I think it has been approved but there is a 20 days Notice Period before it can be implemented.

Steve

 

[jongood]

Has the green card change happened I thought it was a proposal at the moment.

Its decided but not official for another couple of weeks, but in reality i dont think they're checking anyway.

Insurance industry backs EC decision to scrap Green Card requirement for UK drivers

The ABI, MIB and Biba have welcomed the news after long campaigning for it to be scrapped

www.insurancetimes.co.uk

 

[dunnah01]

I think a Holy Grail visa will still be required for more than 90 out of 180 days in Schengen

 

[rosalan]

I have read all the entries regarding this thread and remain totally confused regarding what documentation is required now and how long it is possible to stay, hassle free, in France and Spain. I am guessing the popular answer is 90 days and "get out!"
As for leaving Shengen and visiting any other country (Croatia, Morocco etc) and perhaps having your passport stamped, I am inclined to see financial burdens threatening to impose themselves on a relaxing visit.
It seems they may have abandoned Green Cards, or are about to, international driving Licences not required, GHIC cards advisable and many decisions still rather fluid. ****** Brexit!

 

[MitchandJenny]

I have read all the entries regarding this thread and remain totally confused regarding what documentation is required now and how long it is possible to stay, hassle free, in France and Spain. I am guessing the popular answer is 90 days and "get out!"
As for leaving Shengen and visiting any other country (Croatia, Morocco etc) and perhaps having your passport stamped, I am inclined to see financial burdens threatening to impose themselves on a relaxing visit.
It seems they may have abandoned Green Cards, or are about to, international driving Licences not required, GHIC cards advisable and many decisions still rather fluid. ****** Brexit!

And the “ On my honour “ statement for the FFrench.

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[DUE SOUTH]

Not yet, they are planning to bring in a visa waver scheme like the states by the end of 2022. If will be all done online, I think something like €7 for 3 years has been mentioned.

Also it's just been announced that Green cards are no longer required for your vehicle insurance.

Hi Lenny

this is really interesting. Could you please point me towards where I can research this further (couldn’t find anything with the usual google search). I am looking into obtaining a Portuguese passport by investment just to give me freedom of movement in the EU and the visa waiver scheme you mentioned would save me having to this.

Thanks

Oliver.

 

[Lenny HB]

Hi Lenny

this is really interesting. Could you please point me towards where I can research this further (couldn’t find anything with the usual google search). I am looking into obtaining a Portuguese passport by investment just to give me freedom of movement in the EU and the visa waiver scheme you mentioned would save me having to this.

Thanks

Oliver.

ETIAS - Travel Entry Authorization for Visa-Exempt Nationals

Discover how the upcoming ETIAS Travel Entry Authorization will affect your travels in Europe and find out about the latest requirements for travellers exempt from visas.

www.schengenvisainfo.com

From next year you will need one to enter the EU, it won't effect the 90 in 180 rule if that is what you were thinking.

 

[2657]

ETIAS - Travel Entry Authorization for Visa-Exempt Nationals

Discover how the upcoming ETIAS Travel Entry Authorization will affect your travels in Europe and find out about the latest requirements for travellers exempt from visas.

www.schengenvisainfo.com

From next year you will need one to enter the EU, it won't effect the 90 in 180 rule if that is what you were thinking.

From your link the status of UK citizens in relation to ETIAS was not settled as of March 2020, have their been new decisions?

 

[Lenny HB]

From your link the status of UK citizens in relation to ETIAS was not settled as of March 2020, have their been new decisions?

A more up to date link.

ETIAS News & Information For Visitors Coming To Europe

News and information about ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System). The ETIAS is similar to ESTA and will be required for many EU visitors.

etias.com

 

[The Wino]

Hi Lenny

this is really interesting. Could you please point me towards where I can research this further (couldn’t find anything with the usual google search). I am looking into obtaining a Portuguese passport by investment just to give me freedom of movement in the EU and the visa waiver scheme you mentioned would save me having to this.

Thanks

Oliver.

How does the passport by investment work?

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[Jim]

How does the passport by investment work?

Could be this. You just need a spare €350k. https://iberiscapital.com/portugal-...mI6mYJQSB3aMpggLIIiBgI0_TpYhcNDRoCF0IQAvD_BwE

 

[deleted79651]

Could be this. You just need a spare €350k. https://iberiscapital.com/portugal-...mI6mYJQSB3aMpggLIIiBgI0_TpYhcNDRoCF0IQAvD_BwE

The State Pension increase should cover it then, Jim? As long as it involves all UK Pensioners increases and we draw the 3 Lucky Tickets from a hat ... There's no tell tale bulge down the back of our sofa, so that option's out ...

Steve

 

[gus-lopez]

Hi Lenny

this is really interesting. Could you please point me towards where I can research this further (couldn’t find anything with the usual google search). I am looking into obtaining a Portuguese passport by investment just to give me freedom of movement in the EU and the visa waiver scheme you mentioned would save me having to this.

Thanks

Oliver.

Yes as said it does not alter the fact that you will still only be allowed 90 in any 180 days.

 

[2657]

Could be this. You just need a spare €350k. https://iberiscapital.com/portugal-...mI6mYJQSB3aMpggLIIiBgI0_TpYhcNDRoCF0IQAvD_BwE

Portugal also have a D7 visa for the less well off

 

[The Wino]

Could be this. You just need a spare €350k. https://iberiscapital.com/portugal-...mI6mYJQSB3aMpggLIIiBgI0_TpYhcNDRoCF0IQAvD_BwE

You also need faith that the investment company are above board and the money is safe.

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[2657]

A more up to date link.

ETIAS News & Information For Visitors Coming To Europe

News and information about ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System). The ETIAS is similar to ESTA and will be required for many EU visitors.

etias.com

I wonder how ETIAS will be applied to UK citizens who are resident of a Schengen state.

 

[Dutch 68]

If you are lucky enough to have a a partner who has a passport of a EU country then the 90 in 180 day rule does not apply to you, also you can register in any EU as a permanent resident in that case without any hassle, and you will them enjoy that status for life. But I take it that most British folk with a partner who carries a passport from an EU country know this already ?

 

[spitfire]

If you are lucky enough to have a a partner who has a passport of a EU country then the 90 in 180 day rule does not apply to you, also you can register in any EU as a permanent resident in that case without any hassle, and you will them enjoy that status for life. But I take it that most British folk with a partner who carries a passport from an EU country know this already ?

Yup indeed which is why I am 6 months away from a French passport ! Not an easy process and will have taken 3 years in total but does allow us to travel freely .

 

[Dutch 68]

If your partner is from an EU country then you can keep your British nationality and passport, it gives you the afore mentioned rights without having to take on your partners nationality.

 

[gus-lopez]

I wonder how ETIAS will be applied to UK citizens who are resident of a Schengen state.

It does not apply to them in as they have already provided the same informtion to be in receipt of the residents permit . I have posted the link before stating it . With the new TIE card you can travel inside schengen using the card alone & with out any passport.

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[2657]

It does not apply to them in as they have already provided the same informtion to be in receipt of the residents permit . I have posted the link before stating it . With the new TIE card you can travel inside schengen using the card alone & with out any passport.

I have found a link to a site that states that I will not need one to enter my country of residence which implies to me that I will need one when entering another Schengen country from the UK.

"EU countries which require you and your family to apply for a new residence status will, when conferring your new residence status, issue you with a biometric residence card, similar to residence cards issued to other non-EU nationals residing in the EU.

This card shows you enjoy the rights defined in the Withdrawal Agreement and your right to enter your EU host country. You and your family members will be exempt from ETIAS and visa requirements when entering your EU host country."

From https://europa.eu/youreurope/citize...rights/uk-nationals-living-in-eu/index_en.htm

But then I found this question and answer

"I am a citizen of one the countries listed in ETIAS but I hold a long term permission to stay in one of the Schengen member states, do I need an ETIAS whenever I re-enter the Schengen Area?​

No as long as your permission is still valid at the time of entry."

From https://www.etiaseurope.eu/questions/

I think the latter may be more reliable!