What is a Schengen visa approval calculator and how does it work?

The eVisas.io Schengen Visa Approval Calculator is a free, interactive tool that scores your application out of 1,000 points across the 8 factors visa officers actually assess: financial sufficiency, ties to your home country, travel insurance, accommodation, itinerary, employment, prior travel history, and supporting documents. You answer 8 quick questions in about 3 minutes and instantly see your approval likelihood band along with the top 3 areas to strengthen before you apply.

Is the Schengen visa approval calculator accurate?

The scoring model is based on publicly available Schengen consulate criteria, the EU Visa Code, and refusal-reason statistics published by the European Commission. It is an indicative tool — final approval rests entirely with the consulate processing your file. Use the score to identify weak areas before submitting, not as a guarantee of approval or refusal.

What is the average Schengen visa approval rate?

According to the European Commission, the overall Schengen visa approval rate is around 86% globally, but it varies widely by issuing country and applicant nationality. Switzerland, Iceland, and Finland have approval rates above 95%, while some consulates in high-risk markets report rejection rates above 30%. Strong financial documentation, confirmed bookings, and clear ties to your home country are the biggest drivers of approval.

What are the top reasons Schengen visas get rejected?

The most common refusal reasons listed under EU Visa Code Article 32 are: insufficient proof of funds to cover the trip, doubts about intention to leave the Schengen area before visa expiry, missing or unverifiable travel insurance, unclear travel itinerary, fake or inconsistent supporting documents, prior Schengen visa overstays, and unjustified purpose of stay. Our calculator scores each of these so you know exactly where your weak points are.

Can I use this calculator if I am not from the UAE?

Yes — the calculator works for any passport holder applying for a Schengen visa from anywhere in the world. The 8 scored factors are universal Schengen criteria (finances, ties, insurance, bookings, documents) that every consulate weighs, regardless of where you apply from. Whether you are applying from India, the Philippines, Nigeria, Pakistan, Egypt, Indonesia, Turkey, South Africa, the US, the UK or elsewhere, the score reflects your real chances.

How much money do I need in my bank account for a Schengen visa?

There is no fixed legal minimum, but a widely used benchmark is roughly €50–€100 per day of intended stay on top of pre-paid flights and accommodation. A 10-day trip should comfortably show €500–€1,500 in available funds. More important than the absolute number is the pattern: consistent monthly salary credits over the last 3 months, gradual balance growth, and no large unexplained deposits in the weeks before submission.

Does prior travel history improve my Schengen visa approval chances?

Significantly. Prior Schengen visas used correctly (entered and exited on time) are one of the strongest positive signals an applicant can show. Travel history to other high-trust destinations — the UK, US, Canada, Australia, Japan or Schengen-equivalent countries — also helps. The calculator weights prior travel as part of the 1,000-point score.

What travel insurance do I need for a Schengen visa?

Schengen-compliant travel medical insurance is a hard requirement under EU Visa Code Article 15: minimum €30,000 medical coverage, valid in all 27 Schengen states, and covering the entire duration of stay including repatriation. Missing or non-compliant insurance is an automatic refusal trigger and one of the easiest mistakes to avoid.

How long before my trip should I apply for a Schengen visa?

Schengen consulates accept applications up to 6 months before the planned travel date, with most appointments available 3–8 weeks out. Aim to submit at least 4–6 weeks before departure to allow for the standard 15-day processing time plus any potential delays. Last-minute applications are higher-risk and should only be filed when you can prove urgent justified reasons.

Was I refused before — does this calculator still help me?

Especially for previously refused applicants. The calculator shows you objectively which factors are weak, so you can rebuild your file deliberately rather than re-submit the same gaps. If you were refused under Article 32, the score breakdown will usually point straight at the issue (funds, ties, intent or documents) and the top-3 improvement list tells you exactly what to fix.

Free interactive tool · Works worldwide

Schengen Visa Approval Calculator

Check your chances of getting a Schengen visa — free. Score your application out of 1,000 points across the 8 factors visa officers actually weigh, then get personalized tips to strengthen your weakest areas before you apply.

Built for travelers worldwide — works for any nationality applying to any of the 27 Schengen countries. Students, tourists, business visitors, family-visit, first-time applicants and previously refused applicants all welcome.

How it works

1Answer honestly across 8 factors — finances, ties to home, insurance, itinerary, documents and more.
2Each answer maps to a band (Excellent → None) backed by real consulate criteria.
3Get an instant score out of 1,000 with an approval likelihood band and your top 3 areas to improve.

~3 minutes. Nothing is saved or sent — your answers stay in this browser.

Works for travelers from any nationality applying to any of the 27 Schengen countries — students, tourists, business visitors, family-visit, first-time applicants and previously refused applicants.

How the 1,000-point approval score works

The eVisas.io Schengen Visa Approval Calculator scores your file across the 8 factors every Schengen consulate weighs under the EU Visa Code. Each factor carries a different weight reflecting how heavily officers prioritise it. The total possible score is 1,000 points, and your final band tells you the realistic approval likelihood — from Very high (90%+) down to Low (under 20%).

Financial sufficiency

220 pts — bank balance, salary pattern, sponsor
Ties to home country

180 pts — employment, property, family
Travel medical insurance

120 pts — €30,000+ Schengen-compliant
Accommodation

110 pts — confirmed bookings entire stay
Itinerary & flights

110 pts — return tickets, day-by-day plan
Employment & purpose

100 pts — NOC, contract, leave approval
Prior travel history

90 pts — Schengen, US, UK, Canada, AU
Supporting documents

70 pts — cover letter, photos, forms

Schengen visa approval rates by country (2024)

Approval rates vary significantly by the consulate that processes your file. Picking the right Schengen country to apply through — usually the one you spend the most days in — can materially improve your odds. Source: European Commission Schengen visa statistics 2024.

Issuing country	Approval rate	Notes
Switzerland	96%	Highest globally
Iceland	96%	Very high trust
Finland	95%	Stable approver
Lithuania	94%	High approval
Latvia	93%	High approval
Germany	90%	High volume, strict on funds
Netherlands	88%	Document-driven
Austria	88%	Strict on intent
Italy	87%	Popular for first-timers
Greece	86%	Generally lenient
Spain	85%	Tourist-friendly
France	82%	Highest application volume
Portugal	81%	Strict on ties
Belgium	78%	Stricter than average
Sweden	74%	Lower than EU average
Malta	69%	Tightened recently

Top 10 reasons Schengen visas get rejected

Every refusal letter cites at least one ground from EU Visa Code Article 32. Knowing the patterns helps you avoid them — and our calculator scores each of these areas so you can spot weak points before they become refusals.

1Insufficient or inconsistent proof of funds in bank statements
2Doubts about intention to leave the Schengen area before visa expiry
3Missing, expired or non-compliant travel medical insurance (<€30,000 coverage)
4Unclear, unrealistic or unbooked travel itinerary
5Fake, altered or inconsistent supporting documents
6Prior Schengen visa overstay or refusal not properly addressed
7Unjustified purpose of stay or vague trip plan
8Weak ties to home country (no job, no property, no family commitments)
9Sudden lump-sum deposits days before submitting bank statements
10No accommodation booking or unverifiable hotel reservations

Who should use this calculator

The calculator is built for any traveler worldwide applying for a Schengen visa — across 50+ visa-issuing nationalities and all 27 Schengen countries. It is equally useful for first-time applicants, frequent travelers, and anyone who has been refused before and wants to understand why.

Students

Studying abroad, attending conferences, or visiting universities in the Schengen area.

Tourists

Planning a holiday across one or multiple Schengen countries — first-time or repeat travelers.

Business travelers

Attending meetings, trade shows, or signing contracts with European partners.

Family visits

Visiting relatives or friends who are residents or citizens of a Schengen country.

Medical travel

Seeking specialised treatment at a recognised European hospital or clinic.

Transit passengers

Connecting through a Schengen airport on the way to a third country.

Previously refused

Re-applying after a refusal — the calculator highlights exactly what to fix.

First-time applicants

No prior Schengen or international travel history — most cautious segment.

Tips by applicant region

Schengen criteria are universal, but documentation customs vary by country. Here is what makes the biggest difference for applicants from the top sending markets.

India

Show 6 months of consistent salary credits and avoid large cash deposits in the 30 days before submission. Property documents and a no-objection letter from your employer strengthen ties.

UAE residents

Submit at least 6 months remaining on your UAE residence visa, salary certificate, and the full last-3-months bank statement with the bank stamp.

Philippines

Land titles, business registration (DTI/SEC), and an ITR (BIR Form 2316) significantly strengthen the financial and ties-to-home sections of your file.

Nigeria

Original employment letter, certified bank statement on bank letterhead, and a detailed cover letter explaining trip purpose are essential. First-time applicants should consider applying via Italy, Spain or France.

Pakistan

Property documents, FBR tax returns, and a strong sponsor letter (if family-funded) materially improve approval odds.

Egypt

Bank certificate (not just statement), property documents and a clear day-by-day itinerary are commonly requested above the standard list.

Turkey

Tapu (property deed), SGK employment record and tax records (vergi levhası) are the strongest ties-to-home signals.

US / UK passport holders (long stay)

For stays under 90 days no visa is needed. Use this calculator if you are applying for a national long-stay (Type D) visa — student, work, family or digital nomad — where Schengen criteria still apply.

UAE residents: see our dedicated Schengen visa hub for UAE residents for country-by-country pricing and processing times.