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Italy Schengen Visa from South Africa
Refusal rates and application data for Italy Schengen visa applicants from South Africa.
Verified from European Commission on 2026-04-20
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Refusal Rate
3.5%
32,070
Applications
30,943
Issued
1,126
Refused
Consulates
| Consulate | Applications | Issued | Refused | Refusal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Town | 11,217 | 10,992 | 225 | 2.0% |
| Johannesburg | 20,166 | 19,329 | 836 | 4.1% |
| Pretoria | 687 | 622 | 65 | 9.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Italy Schengen visa refusal rate from South Africa?
The Italy Schengen visa refusal rate for applicants from South Africa is 3.5%, based on 32,070 applications.
How many Italy Schengen visa consulates are in South Africa?
Italy has 3 Schengen visa consulates in South Africa: Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria.
Source: WaitVisa.com — European Commission, updated 2026-04-20