Schengen Visa Is Going Fully Digital: What It Means For Indians Travelling To Europe

A Secure 2D Barcode Instead of a Sticker: Once approved, you’ll receive a digitally signed barcode (not a sticker) linked directly to the EU’s centralized visa system. Just scan it at border control—the system instantly pulls up your data for verification.

Faster, Safer, Smarter: The new digital system is designed to cut processing times, reduce paperwork, and dramatically increase security. During the Paris Olympics 2024, over 70,000 digital Schengen visas were issued as a successful trial run.

New Digital Border Controls: EES & ETIAS

• Entry/Exit System (EES) Launching October 2025: This new system will do away with passport stamping. Instead, biometric checks—including fingerprints and facial recognition—will verify your entry and exit from the Schengen zone, speeding up queues and enhancing safety.

• ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) in 2026: Not for Indian travelers with visas, but worth knowing! It requires visa-exempt travelers (e.g., from the US) to fill out a quick online authorization before entering Schengen.
  
  

BEYOND TRAVELS: True Facts, Real Experiences, and How We Make it Easy

• Proven Visa Success: Over the past year, BEYOND TRAVELS helped hundreds of Indian travellers get their Schengen visas, with a 98% success rate—even as the system transitioned to digital. Our in-house experts know every portal trick and paperwork hack, ensuring zero rejections.

• One-Stop Biometric Support: Yes, you’ll have to visit the consulate for biometrics the first time. Our team will book your slot, prep your documents, and even offer practice sessions for the fingerprint and photo process—making your visit stress-free.

• Faster Processing, Frequent Traveller Perks: For business and regular Schengen visitors, BEYOND TRAVELS guides you on keeping your documents up-to-date for multi-entry, long-term visas—so you breeze through with minimal paperwork each time.

• Live Assistance: We offer WhatsApp/live chat support for every step of your digital application, something our guests rave about in their Google reviews!

Direct from Our Guests

“My Schengen visa process with BEYOND TRAVELS was smoother than ever — digital upload, transparent updates, and all I had to do was walk in for biometrics. Was in and out of the consulate in under 20 minutes!”
— Meera S., Thane

“Booked my Spain trip with BEYOND and got expert visa tips—like scanning my docs at high resolution and prepping an electronic copy of every booking. Would never have thought of this myself!”
— Pankaj D., Mumbai

Our Google-Reviewed Visa Hacks for 2025

• Scan all docs at 300 dpi for instant digital approval.

• Combine hotel and flight bookings in one PDF for easier uploads.

• Renew your passport before applying if it’s expiring within the next year—automatic red flag otherwise!

• We’ll help you draft a “cover letter” using the right keywords EU digital screens accept—often the difference between approval and rejection.
  
  

And… Getting Cheaper Air Tickets to Europe

• Our team sets up real-time fare alerts with AI-powered tools for the best deals, especially to digital Schengen hubs like Paris, Frankfurt, and Rome.

• Combine digital visa and ticket booking with us—many of our guests received airline discounts exclusive to BEYOND TRAVELS clients last season!

Ready to travel to Europe, the smart way?

Let BEYOND TRAVELS, the best IATA & TICO-certified agency in Thane with a global presence, guide you through the digital visa evolution—and much more. Experience true expertise, local support, and global trust.

For the latest updates or to start your seamless Schengen journey, visit our official site: beyondtravels.co.in

With BEYOND TRAVELS, Europe is only a click away—let us take you beyond borders, hassle-free!