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COVID-19 pandemic makes it harder to get Schengen visa: Report
Once a vaccine for COVID-19 exists and is available for all, travelers may also be required to include additional documents as proof that they have been vaccinated.
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A general view shows a deserted Piazza del Duomo in central Milan, Italy, on April 9, during the country's lockdown aimed at curbing the spread of the COVID-19 infection. Italy, a Schengen state, is among the countries worst-hit by the pandemic.
(AFP/Miguel Medina)
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ith the COVID-19 pandemic affecting 210 countries and territories across the globe, those seeking to apply for a Schengen visa reportedly will be required to submit a recent coronavirus test result.
An official at the European Union told SchengenVisaInfo.com that the coronavirus test should be taken at least two weeks prior to the submission date, and applicants should also be ready to take a new test before entering their destination.
Once a vaccine for COVID-19 exists and is available for all, travelers may also be required to include additional documents as proof that they have been vaccinated, added the official.
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Such measures are essential as four Schengen members, namely Spain, Italy, France and Germany are currently the second- to fifth worst-hit countries in the world by the pandemic after the United States.
The external borders of the Schengen countries are expected to remain closed until September, meaning that only citizens or residency permit holders may enter. (gis/kes)
