Highlights: Netherlands Issued Over 728,000 Schengen Visas in 2024 — India Ranks #2 in Approvals
- The Netherlands received a total of 728,656 Schengen visa applications in 2024.
- India ranked 2nd, with 75,727 visas granted and an 83.2% approval rate.
- Turkish nationals topped the list with 84,240 approvals and an 86.8% success rate.
- Chinese, Indonesian, and Filipino applicants saw approval rates above 93%.
- Despite high approvals, Indian applicants faced the most rejections, highlighting the need for strong documentation.
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India Ranks #2 for Schengen Visas Issued by the Netherlands in 2024
Indian nationals emerged as the second-largest group to receive Schengen visas from the Netherlands in 2024, with a total of 75,727 approvals. This represents an 83.2% approval rate, placing India just behind Turkey in the overall rankings.
While this is a strong indication of growing interest and connectivity between India and the Netherlands, it’s important to note that Indian applicants also faced the highest number of rejections. This highlights the need for accurate documentation, clear travel intent, and strict adherence to visa requirements.
With travel to Europe continuing to rise post-pandemic, these numbers underscore both the opportunity and the importance of careful planning for Indian travellers aiming to visit the Netherlands or the wider Schengen area.
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Schengen Visa Applications Processed by the Netherlands in 2024
In 2024, the Netherlands handled a significant volume of Schengen visa requests, reflecting its growing popularity among global travelers. With 728,656 total applications, it ranked sixth among all Schengen countries. The top five nationalities that received the most approvals were from Asia and Europe, indicating strong demand and mobility trends in these regions.
The table below has the list of top 5 Nationalities that were granted visas by the Netherlands in 2024:
|
Nationality |
Visas Granted |
Approval Rate (%) |
|
Turkey |
84,240 |
86.80% |
|
India |
75,727 |
83.20% |
|
China |
70,203 |
96.71% |
|
Indonesia |
51,103 |
93.10% |
|
Philippines |
46,500 |
95.77% |
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