Obtaining a Schengen Visa to visit any of the 29 Schengen Area Member States is the most challenging aspect of a trip to Europe, but even after securing the visa, the process is not entirely complete. Upon arriving in any Schengen country from a non-Schengen country, it is standard procedure for travelers to be asked a few questions at passport control about their trip. Occasionally, no questions are asked, while other times, travelers may face numerous questions that they might not be fully prepared to answer. Some of the questions are:
- What Is the Purpose of Your Trip?
- Where Will You Stay?
- Do You Have Travel Insurance?
- Do You Have a Return Ticket?
- How Will You Support Yourself During the Stay?
What Happens If a Traveller Does Not Have Evidence to Support Their Answers?
Travellers lacking evidence to support their answers may face difficulties entering the Schengen country they are visiting.
If they cannot provide the required evidence, they may be taken aside for further questioning. In some cases, they may be denied entry and sent back on the first available flight, bus, or ship, depending on their mode of transport to the Schengen Area.