European Commission

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  Schengen Visa UAE Residents 2026: Longer Visas Coming

  UAE travellers who frequently visit Europe could soon benefit from longer multiple-entry Schengen visas and simplified digital procedures, following proposals from the European Commission under the EU's first-ever comprehensive visa strategy.

  27 Feb 2026

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  Dh16.8 Million Lost in UAE Schengen Visa Rejections (2023)

  UAE residents lost Dh16.8 million (€4.19 million) in rejected Schengen visa applications in 2023, as the rejection rate hit 22.44% — a 25% rise on the year before. Germany rejected the most applications from the UAE while Poland offered the best approval odds.

  15 Jul 2024