International Travel

Updated May 2026 **Schengen visa slot crunch in India 2026**: appointments at **VFS Mumbai/Delhi/Bangalore booked 10-14 weeks ahead** as of mid-2026; demand spike post-pandemic. **Workarounds**: book early (10+ weeks before travel), alternate consulates (Czech, Latvia, Slovenia, Poland often shorter waits), Premium Lounge appointments (₹3-7K, faster slots), VFS at-home premium service. France/Spain/Germany most crowded; Greece/Portugal slightly […]

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