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€60M Loss: African Visa Rejections Soar Amid Fee Hike

5/24/2025

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In 2024, African applicants faced a staggering loss of nearly €60 million in non-refundable Schengen visa fees, with rejection rates soaring to 40-50% in nations like Nigeria and Ghana. The EU's hike in visa fees from €80 to €90 only deepened the financial strain, highlighting the systemic discrimination and daunting documentation hurdles that African travelers must navigate.

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In 2024, African applicants faced a staggering loss of nearly €60 million in non-refundable Schengen visa fees, with rejection rates soaring to 40-50% in nations like Nigeria and Ghana. The EU's hike in visa fees from €80 to €90 only deepened the financial strain, highlighting the systemic discrimination and daunting documentation hurdles that African travelers must navigate.