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Old Apr 24th, 2012, 10:55 PM
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Schengen Visa Question

I have a multiple-entry Schengen visa issued by the German consulate (valid till June 5th). I have already used the visa to visit Germany once but the visa is still valid since it is multiple entry.

I am traveling to Spain (via Paris) on May 25th before my visa expires.

Can I use my Schengen visa even though it is issued by Germany (and not Spain).
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Old Apr 24th, 2012, 11:06 PM
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I think you should ask the French and Spanish consulates.
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Unless your visa carries limited validity (rarely, but can happen), it's valid for the whole of Schengen area, so yes, you can use it to travel to France and Spain.
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The Schengen visa is valid in the 25 member countries, irrespective of where it was issued.
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Yes, with most Schengen visas, but there is a mechanism to limit the countries your visa is valid in under Schengen rules. This rarely happens with most bona-fide travellers, but if you are from Afghanistan or Iran, you may be issued with limited-validity visas.
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