Schengen Visa Statistics
Official Data on Short-Stay Visas Issued by Schengen Countries
Global Overview (2023)
The EU Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs collects annual statistics on short-stay Schengen visas. The data provides insights into global travel trends and application volumes across member states.
10.3M
Total Applications
A significant rebound representing a 37% increase compared to 2022.
8.5M
Visas Issued
The vast majority of applicants successfully received their Schengen visa.
16.0%
Average Refusal Rate
Refusals vary heavily by origin country and individual consulate.
Top Schengen Destinations
Based on total visa applications processed.
| Schengen State | Applications Lodged | Visas Issued | Multiple Entry Visas (MEVs) | Refusal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 France | 2,625,846 | 2,164,891 | 1,023,450 (47.3%) | 16.7% |
 Germany | 1,459,560 | 1,233,480 | 890,210 (72.2%) | 14.3% |
 Spain | 1,414,976 | 1,139,450 | 680,120 (59.7%) | 18.5% |
 Italy | 1,105,430 | 973,850 | 540,900 (55.5%) | 12.0% |
 Netherlands | 645,820 | 540,120 | 310,400 (57.5%) | 16.2% |
About The Data
The data presented here summarizes the short-stay (Uniform) Schengen visas processed by the consulates of Schengen member states worldwide. The "Refusal Rate" is calculated as the number of refused visas divided by the total number of applications processed. Multiple Entry Visas (MEVs) allow travelers to enter the Schengen Area multiple times during the validity of their visa. The official comprehensive dataset is available directly from the European Commission Migration and Home Affairs portal.
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