Indian demand for European travel surged in 2025, with a record 1.15 million Schengen visa applications filed, making India the third-largest source market globally. Switzerland emerged as the top destination, surpassing France and Germany. Nearly 58% of visas issued were multiple-entry permits, indicating a rise in repeat travel.

Indian demand for European travel surged in 2025, with a record 1.15 million Schengen visa applications filed, making India the third-largest source market globally. Switzerland…

In 2025, over 181,000 Schengen visa applications from India were rejected, resulting in a 15.8% non-issuance rate. While India was a major source market, visa outcomes varied…