Multiple entry schengen visa problem

[Preeti2008]

Firstly,does the multiple entry schengen visa require a confirmed hotel reservation??
I actually want to visit my friend in France,but without her knowledge,on the occassion of her marriage anniversary and then I will be staying at her place for a couple of days. Do I need to show proof of stay??
I will be applying for a multiple entry schengen visa at the NYC,USA french consulate.
Thank you.

[txh1b]

Firstly,does the multiple entry schengen visa require a confirmed hotel reservation??

May be a good idea to have a reservation just in support of your travel plan.

I actually want to visit my friend in France,but without her knowledge,on the occassion of her marriage anniversary and then I will be staying at her place for a couple of days. Do I need to show proof of stay??

Would she appreciate someone showing up on their marriage anniversary is a different story.

Your situation is tricky. You can take a chance by not showing arranged accomodations. Thinking practically, if the friend goes on a vacation for the marriage anniversary and you show up trying to surprise her, you are toast and you better have some back up plans.

[knowledgeable]

Accomodation reservation ...

... is required for Schengen visa application.

You can ask your travel agent or American Express travel to book a hotel for you and send the confirmation.

If your plans change later on but before the time line for hotel cancellation, you can do so without any expense.

Good luck.

[Preeti2008]

Thank you both of you!
Just another quick question - If I cancel hotel reservations after I get the visa stamp, will that reflect on my records and will there be a chance of my visa being rejected/cancelled??

Thanks again.

[txh1b]

As long as you don't have intent to violate the visa terms, you will be fine.