Top 10 Easiest Schengen Countries to Get a Visa This Summer

In summer 2024, the Schengen visa remains the key pass for millions of tourists and business travelers to access the EU. Despite increasing geopolitical tensions and evolving entry rules, some countries stand out for maintaining high approval rates — making them the best bets for securing a visa quickly and easily.

Schengen States Approved Over Half of All Visa Applications

According to data from SchengenVisaInfo, Schengen states processed 11.7 million visa applications in 2024. Of these, 52.2% were approved, meaning every second applicant successfully received a visa. However, approval rates vary dramatically depending on the issuing country and applicant nationality.

Iceland Tops the List Once Again

Iceland continues to lead the bloc with the highest approval rate — a remarkable 91.25% of visa requests were approved in 2024. The Nordic country handled 35,416 applications this year — up 57% from 2023 — yet remained consistently generous.

Top 10 Easiest Schengen Countries for Visa Approval in 2024

Best Approval Rates by Nationality

Approval likelihood also varies by applicant origin. Interestingly, some African countries with lower application volumes saw higher success rates.



Meanwhile, countries like Burundi (58.63%) and Haiti (52.02%) had lower — but still positive — odds.

Takeaway: Where to Apply in 2024

For applicants seeking speed and certainty, consulates in Italy, Slovakia, and Romania provide strong approval odds without the long waiting times of high-volume countries like France or Germany. For more niche travel plans, Iceland remains the best-kept secret.

Whether you're planning a European holiday or business trip, choosing a "visa-friendly" country could be the difference between a dream itinerary and denied entry.