Applying for a Schengen visa can already feel stressful, but applying while living in the Caribbean adds another layer of confusion. When I was planning my Europe trip, I quickly realized that getting a Schengen visa was not as simple as just booking an appointment and showing up. I am a Filipino passport holder living in the Caribbean, and there was no easy Schengen embassy option near me. For travelers like us, especially those living on smaller islands, visa applications o