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Belgium Schengen Visa from Bulgaria — Trends
The Belgium Schengen visa refusal rate for applicants from Bulgaria was 7.1% in 2024, up from 6.5% in 2010.
Verified from European Commission · 2010–2024 historical data
2024 Refusal Rate
7.1%
6.5%
2010 Rate
13
Years of Data
↑ 0.6pp
Change (2010–2024)
Year-over-Year Statistics
| Year | Applications | Issued | Refused | Refusal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 93 | 87 | 6 | 6.5% |
| 2013 | 103 | 88 | 7 | 7.4% |
| 2014 | 84 | 79 | 19 | 19.4% |
| 2015 | 98 | 90 | 5 | 5.3% |
| 2016 | 73 | 63 | 4 | 6.0% |
| 2017 | 86 | 74 | 4 | 5.1% |
| 2018 | 83 | 72 | 4 | 5.3% |
| 2019 | 87 | 77 | 4 | 4.9% |
| 2020 | 29 | 26 | 1 | 3.7% |
| 2021 | 108 | 89 | 11 | 11.0% |
| 2022 | 163 | 132 | 18 | 12.0% |
| 2023 | 179 | 149 | 30 | 16.8% |
| 2024 | 28 | 26 | 2 | 7.1% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Belgium Schengen visa refusal rate trend from Bulgaria?
The Belgium Schengen visa refusal rate for applicants from Bulgaria was 7.1% in 2024, up from 6.5% in 2010.
How many Belgium Schengen visa applications were made from Bulgaria in 2024?
In 2024, 28 Belgium Schengen visa applications were made from Bulgaria, of which 26 were issued and 2 were refused.
Source: WaitVisa.com — European Commission