The EU adopts fully digital Schengen visa: The paper sticker disappears

Author: DJOMANDE AzizPublished on: April 11, 2026Country: France

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The EU adopts fully digital Schengen visa: The paper sticker disappears

On April 8, 2026, the European Commission adopted legal acts making all Schengen visas digital, replacing the paper sticker with a secure 2D barcode. Applicants will use a new platform to submit their requests, while first-time applicants must provide biometric data in person. France has already successfully tested this system during the Paris 2024 Olympics, issuing over 48,000 digital visas.

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