In 2024, over 1.65 lakh Indian Schengen visa applications were denied, costing applicants nearly Rs 136 crore in non-refundable fees. India ranks third globally in visa rejection costs, with a rejection rate of nearly 15% out of 11.08 lakh applications. This has raised concerns about transparency and impacts tourism and business travel.
Failed Schengen visas: Indians lost Rs 136 cr with over 1.65L applications rejected in 2024
