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Belgium Schengen Visa from Ireland — Trends
The Belgium Schengen visa refusal rate for applicants from Ireland was 3.7% in 2024, down from 9.8% in 2010.
Verified from European Commission · 2010–2024 historical data
2024 Refusal Rate
3.7%
9.8%
2010 Rate
13
Years of Data
↓ 6.1pp
Change (2010–2024)
Year-over-Year Statistics
| Year | Applications | Issued | Refused | Refusal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 803 | 725 | 79 | 9.8% |
| 2013 | 773 | 726 | 33 | 4.3% |
| 2014 | 657 | 621 | 26 | 4.0% |
| 2015 | 641 | 610 | 7 | 1.1% |
| 2016 | 704 | 689 | 3 | 0.4% |
| 2017 | 839 | 736 | 6 | 0.8% |
| 2018 | 763 | 682 | 10 | 1.4% |
| 2019 | 972 | 835 | 14 | 1.6% |
| 2020 | 351 | 331 | 4 | 1.2% |
| 2021 | 365 | 335 | 7 | 2.0% |
| 2022 | 828 | 800 | 5 | 0.6% |
| 2023 | 830 | 774 | 56 | 6.7% |
| 2024 | 1,022 | 961 | 37 | 3.7% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Belgium Schengen visa refusal rate trend from Ireland?
The Belgium Schengen visa refusal rate for applicants from Ireland was 3.7% in 2024, down from 9.8% in 2010.
How many Belgium Schengen visa applications were made from Ireland in 2024?
In 2024, 1,022 Belgium Schengen visa applications were made from Ireland, of which 961 were issued and 37 were refused.
Source: WaitVisa.com — European Commission