Top 3 Schengen Visa-Receiving Consulates in 2024 Revealed
Top 3 Schengen Visa-Processing Consulates in 2024: India, Algeria & Türkiye Lead in Applications
In 2024, Schengen countries received 11.7 million visa applications, with France, Spain, and Germany being the top destinations. The largest applicant groups came from China, Türkiye, and India.
Swiss Consulate in New Delhi – Most Applications Worldwide
The Swiss consulate in New Delhi handled the highest number of visa applications globally, processing 217,373 applications in 2024. Indian nationals and other residents in India made Switzerland a preferred destination. The approval rate stood at 87.9%, resulting in over 191,000 visas issued.
French Consulate in Algiers – High Demand from Algerian Citizens
The French consulate in Algiers came second, with 197,868 visa requests from Algerian nationals. With an approval rate of 69%, this translated to 137,166 successful applications.
Greek Consulate in Istanbul – Strong Numbers from Turkish Applicants
The Greek consulate in Istanbul processed 183,156 applications, of which 161,037 were approved, reflecting a high approval ratio for Turkish citizens and residents.
Together, these three consulates alone handled over 5.1% of all Schengen visa applications in 2024.
Consulates With the Highest Approval Rates in 2024
While application numbers vary, some consulates had exceptionally high approval rates:
Swiss Consulate in Sydney, Australia – 99.85% approval (1,297 of 1,299 approved)
Italian Consulate in Minsk, Belarus – 99.75% approval (49,588 of 49,712 approved)
Italian Consulate in Philadelphia, USA – 99.67% approval (2,139 of 2,146 approved)
These approval rates show the ease of securing Schengen visas in countries with lower application pressure and high compliance.
Consulates With the Lowest Approval Rates
Some consulates experienced significantly low approval rates:
Maltese Consulate in Algiers – 11.3%
Austrian Consulate in Islamabad – 16%
Dutch Consulate in Dakar – 16.5%
Applicants from these regions may face more scrutiny or bureaucratic challenges.
Summary
The Schengen visa system remains highly active, with significant variations by region in both demand and approval. While some consulates are overwhelmed, others maintain near-perfect approval levels. This data highlights where applicants are most likely to succeed — and where challenges remain.
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