Nigerians Face High Schengen Visa Rejection Rates Amid Rising Emigration
Nigerians Face High Schengen Visa Rejection Rates Amid Rising Emigration
By Fly Cable News
A Henley Global Mobility Report reveals that 40.8% of Schengen visa applications from Nigerians in 2024 were denied, with 42,940 rejections out of 105,926 submissions. Nigeria ranks among the top 20 countries with the highest visa denial rates and 11th for Schengen destinations. The surge in rejections mirrors increasing emigration driven by economic challenges, including record-high inflation, unemployment, and a cost-of-living crisis.
The report highlights systemic barriers tied to the Nigerian passport’s low global ranking (94th) and stricter visa policies. Africa faces disproportionately high Schengen visa denial rates, with Nigeria among six African countries in the top 10 globally for rejections.
Experts warn of a widening global mobility divide, disproportionately impacting African nations.
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