What does it mean to have a Schengen Visa as a foreign visitor? For international…
What does it mean to have a Schengen Visa as a foreign visitor?
For international travel purposes, 26 European countries in 1985 created a type of agreement called the Schengen Agreement. This area eliminated passport checks for every Schengen visa holder and since then tourism reaches its peak in Europe year by year.
What can you do if you don’t receive the documents by email?
Following your application, you will immediately receive an email with your insurance certificate as well as the customer information and the “Ärzte-Info-Ticket” (medical info card).
If you did not receive an email, please check the mentioned email address and take a look in the SPAM folder.
What are the Schengen Countries up to during this time?
Among the pandemic outbreak, the EU states are standing together and helping each citizen in need. Large amounts of financial, medical and personnel assistance is separated to help all EU member states. A budget of 37 billion Euros has been put aside for a Coronavirus Response Investment Initiative to help any member states in this crisis. There are German hospital taking Italian patients, France and Austria are sending masks to Italian doctors and this proves EU solidarity. Beside this EU has been working non-stop to boost production of new medical equipment.
Why is the number of visitors so high all the time in Europe?
No matter which EU state you choose to visit, history will be around you. The Eiffel Tower in Paris, the Piza Tower of Italy, Berlin wall in Germany are just some of the greatest tourism destinations you can see in Europe.
What is the number of Europeans that travel around Europe?
Each year, European Union habitats take more than a billion vacation trips, and usually these trips are inside Europe. These visits made over 800 billion Euros, helping Europe grow and become more popular.
Will your data be secure?
When purchasing our policy online, all information is sent through a secure connection. We use your data only for fulfilment of the insurance contract. For more information, go to our section on Data protection.
Did you know that not all Schengen Zone countries are part of the European Union and vice versa?
This is an important fact to know because you will have different visa application procedures for each.
What can you do in case you have booked flights and accommodation in your destination country that you are not able to cancel?
Does my PROTRIP-WORLD insurance cover the expenses?
No, travel expenses are not covered by the international health insurance. We recommend: Contact your hotel or airline to clarify whether a goodwill arrangement (rebooking or cancellation) is possible.
