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Schengen visa interview slots elusive this summer as demand shoots up

IndiaTimes Thursday, 16 May 2024
In 2023, Schengen countries, including India, faced a 44% surge in visa applications, reaching 9.7 lakh. India ranked second in application increase after China, followed by Morocco. The war on Ukraine affected travel plans, and VFS Global faced criticism for visa appointment unavailability.
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