European Union:
Schengen Visa Eliminated: Freedom Of Travel For Colombians And Peruvian Citizens
30 June 2015
Giambrone & Partners
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The European Parliament approved the disposal of the Schengen
Visa for Peruvians and Colombians with the effect that citizens of
Colombia and Peru can now travel freely through the Schengen zone
of 22 EU and four non-EU countries. A three month tourist
visa will be granted upon arrival at the port of destination.
The news has been greatly welcomed by the numerous Colombian and
Peruvian communities in Italy and Spain whose relatives can now
visit without to the need to book an appointment at the Italian or
Spanish Consulate, submit documentation and then wait for the visa
approval or denial – a time consuming, expensive and rather
stressful process.
With Peru and Colombia on an upward climb in terms of economic
growth, these new immigration rules will allow the promotion of a
beneficial relationship and strengthening of commercial ties
between all the partners.
The new system is expected to be fully implemented by January
2016.
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