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Cyprus Schengen Visa from South Africa — Trends
The Cyprus Schengen visa refusal rate for applicants from South Africa was 3.3% in 2024, up from 0.0% in 2019.
Verified from European Commission · 2010–2024 historical data
2024 Refusal Rate
3.3%
0.0%
2019 Rate
6
Years of Data
↑ 3.3pp
Change (2019–2024)
Year-over-Year Statistics
| Year | Applications | Issued | Refused | Refusal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1,294 | 1,227 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2020 | 232 | 176 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2021 | 151 | 150 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2022 | 1,147 | 1,122 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2023 | 1,210 | 1,167 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2024 | 964 | 932 | 32 | 3.3% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cyprus Schengen visa refusal rate trend from South Africa?
The Cyprus Schengen visa refusal rate for applicants from South Africa was 3.3% in 2024, up from 0.0% in 2019.
How many Cyprus Schengen visa applications were made from South Africa in 2024?
In 2024, 964 Cyprus Schengen visa applications were made from South Africa, of which 932 were issued and 32 were refused.
Source: WaitVisa.com — European Commission