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What is a schengen area?

The Schengen Area is a group of mostly European countries that have abolished passport checks at their shared borders, so you can travel between them as if they were one country. A single Schengen visa, where required, covers the whole area.

Which countries are in the Schengen Area, and whether you need a visa to enter, depends on current agreements and your nationality — check the official rules before booking.

Related terms

  • Passport validity rule
  • Visa on arrival
  • ETIAS

Updated June 29, 2026

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