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Booking and Travel Requirements: how it works in Greece — first-hand

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For Greek visa applications, it is crucial to provide proof of a complete travel itinerary.
This typically includes both an outbound ticket from your home country (e.g., Russia) and a return ticket to your home country. Booking confirmations from services like GlobusAvia are generally not accepted and can lead to visa denial. If you are applying from a third country (e.g., Cyprus), you should still show your travel plans originating from your home country to demonstrate your intention to return. Always confirm specific requirements with the relevant consulate or visa center.
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When traveling to Schengen countries, if asked for a return ticket at passport control (not customs), it must be to a non-Schengen country.
A ticket to Istanbul is acceptable. For visa applications, a full itinerary to the home country (e.g., Russia) is required. In some cases, visa centers may require a return ticket to a non-Schengen country and a written commitment to purchase it, with document processing taking up to 45 days. Current automated border control systems may reduce the need for manual checks.
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If you receive a Schengen visa refusal (e.g., for Greece) due to an incorrect return flight destination (e.g., Moscow instead of Greece when the itinerary is Greece-focused), consider reapplying with a corrected itinerary.
Some suggest booking and paying for flights and accommodations to demonstrate commitment. It's crucial to present a truthful and consistent travel plan, avoiding any attempts to deceive the consulate.
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For Schengen visa applications, it is generally recommended to provide fully paid flight tickets and confirmed hotel bookings.
While some applicants have had success with refundable bookings or reservations, consulates may verify the authenticity of travel plans. Providing proof of genuine travel intent is crucial.
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When applying for a Schengen visa, specifically for Greece: - **Flight Tickets:** Fully purchased flight tickets are generally required. - **Hotel Bookings:** Confirmed hotel reservations are necessary. - **Risk Assessment:** Relying on unconfirmed bookings or not providing these documents constitutes a personal risk and may lead to visa refusal.
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In some visa application cases, a return ticket to a non-Schengen country may be requested, along with a written commitment to purchase the full itinerary to the home country.
This can lead to extended document processing times.
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