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The European Commission has announced a global increase of 12% in the Schengen visa fee, effective June 11, 2024.
A Schengen visa allows non-EU citizens to visit Schengen countries for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. The Schengen area includes 29 European countries, encompassing 25 EU states.
Slovenia’s Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs confirmed the news, stating, “The fee for adult applicants will rise from €80 to €90. Moreover, the fee for children aged six to twelve will increase from €40 to €45.”
“For countries not cooperating with the EU on the readmission of their irregularly staying citizens, visa fees could surge to €135 or even €180.”
According to the European Union, the primary reasons for the price hike are inflation and civil servants’ salaries, as reported by Business Standard.
The Schengen Visa Code mandates a review of EU visa fees every three years. The last increase occurred in February 2020, when fees rose from €60 to €80.
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