Is it easy to apply for a European tourist visa? What is the pass rate?

In fact, in theory, there is no country with a higher or lower US visa approval rate, and we will not say that a certain country is easier. The key is your own preparation. Visas are not applied for casually. You need to apply for a visa for the main destination country or the country of entry, otherwise it is very likely that even if you get the visa, you will be refused a visa or refused entry. However, France, Germany, and Italy have relatively high visa application rates. Among them, France may have too many applicants, and occasionally strange visa rejections may occur. As long as the materials are reasonable, the second visa can be passed. It’s best to find an agency to handle it to save yourself the trouble. Many of my relatives and friends were denied visas several times when they went abroad for the first time. Later, the visa application was successfully passed online and very quickly. It is understood that they are a state-owned enterprise with a government background and connections with the embassy. Their business mainly involves visa refusal and re-issuance. The efficiency is also very high, but the cost is too high.

The European travel visa must be a Schengen visa. In fact, it's quite easy. Find a travel agency to sign up for a European tour and provide proof of real assets, employment, income, property, marital status, etc. In short, prove that you have a stable income, prove that you have money, prove that you win and don't stay there, you will get the visa. Why go to a travel agency to apply for a visa? It is because travel agencies can provide detailed itineraries, return dates, air ticket information and hotel information. These are the strongest evidence that you won't stay there illegally, it will increase your visa rate.

What kind of thieves and scammers have you encountered while traveling in Europe? Or do you have any prevention experience?

I am happy to answer your questions. I hope it will be helpful to you after reading it.

There are too many thieves in Europe. Be careful and don't bring valuables with you. Don't show off your wealth, protect your money and cards.

When we went to Spain and Portugal in 2016, two thefts occurred in our group. The tour guide repeatedly emphasized that you should carry your bag with you and keep a little change on you, which will come in handy when buying things.

The first time it was stolen was: while having breakfast in a hotel (I forget the specific hotel), a girl put her bag behind her. After eating, she found that the bag was missing and there were no valuables in it. There is a mobile phone and a power bank. The tour guide helped report the case, but when she didn't arrive home, I didn't know what to do.

The second time it was stolen: Outside the Alhambra Palace, a girl kept carrying a small bag in her hand (note, cover it). She was slashed on the buttocks with a knife and lost two bank cards. After discovering it, she quickly contacted her family to report the loss to avoid loss.

In 2017, I went to four Nordic countries, and the tour guide also emphasized protecting one’s finances. I often heard our guide and other tour guides yell about protecting their finances. I asked, can you tell who the thief is?

He nodded.

Attention, attention

1. Don’t wear gold and silver, don’t show off your wealth, and don’t carry any belongings with you.

2. Don’t communicate with people who are half black and half white (half black and half white means they are neither black nor white, but people with colors in between). If you need anything, just ask a tour guide.

I hope my answer can help you.

The following is the reminder from my circle of friends after the first packet loss.

While traveling in Northern Europe, I encountered a thief in Finland. Unknowingly, the zipper of my waist bag was opened, and 50 Euros and 100 RMB were stolen.

Please give me some suggestions for traveling in Europe. Thanks!

I have only been to France, Italy, and Switzerland this year. My suggestions are as follows: 1. Be sure to find a big outbound agency (Caesar, All Trust, Junior High School); 2. Don’t forget to include the self-funded items in the budget, because I usually go there; 3. I don’t know how to ask the tour guide about the tax refund policy. . It’s best to bring a credit card to secure your tax refund.