iData, the official visa application partner, is widely used for booking appointments and submitting documents.
However, many users report long delays and poor communication. For example, some applicants have waited over 10 months for a German visa appointment with no updates, and others have faced system errors on appointment days.
The waiting list process is criticized for its lack of transparency. Even after paying the required fees, users often receive no updates.
Complaints suggest intermediaries may use bots to grab slots, making it hard for individuals to find available appointments.
While iData does not decide visa outcomes, its role in managing appointments and document intake is crucial.
Yet, poor customer service—such as unanswered emails and unreachable support—raises concerns.
Based on reviews on Xolvie, applicants should be prepared for delays and limited communication.
Related Complaints
Unacceptable Delays - Six-Month Wait for Schengen Visa Appointment

On January 10, 2025, my family and I, a total of three people, applied for a tourist visa through iDATA, and we have been waiting for an appointment for six months now. We have previously received Schengen visas from Germany multiple times, and this situation is completely unacceptable. It feels unf...
I Requested a Germany Visa Appointment from iDATA but Still Haven’t Been Assigned One
On January 9, 2025, I submitted an appointment request through iDATA Altunizade for both myself and my son to apply for a Germany visa. Despite months having passed, we still haven’t been assigned an appointment. My travel date is June 13, and time is quickly running out. I simply don’t understand w...
I’ve Waited 15 Days for Visa Approval After iData Submission with No Update
On April 24, I submitted my documents at the iData office in Altunizade, Istanbul for a visa application. It has now been 15 days, and I’m still waiting for visa approval with no update or explanation. Just getting the appointment took 4 months—an unbelievably long wait for something so basic. And ...
I’ve Waited 7 Months for a Germany Visa Appointment from iData with No Response
On October 3, 2024, I submitted my application through the iData system for a tourist visa to Germany. It has now been 7 months, and I still haven’t received an appointment date. No progress, no updates—just silence. This excessive delay is creating serious problems. Because there’s no scheduled da...
I’ve Waited Since January for iData Germany Visa Appointment and Still No Date

On January 21, 2025, using PNR number sdpbu6tcdeh, we submitted a visa appointment request for four people at the iData Bursa branch for a trip to Germany. We planned to travel in June 2025, but as of May 8, 2025, we still haven’t received an appointment—not even a date for document submission. We’...
iData Visa Appointment Delayed for 9 Months – No Response Yet

I applied for a visa through iData on May 23, 2024, with PNR number IDTXBW73T2F, but it has been nine months, and I have yet to receive any response. This is an extremely urgent situation because I need to bring my elderly mother, who requires care and assistance. My father has passed away, and my ...
Waiting for Germany Visa Since September 2024 – No Appointments Available
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Idata Altunizade Delayed My Appointment Despite Earlier Application

On September 22, 2024, I applied for an appointment at the İdata Altunizade branch. I was told that appointments are assigned in order of application. However, I’ve discovered that individuals who applied on November 17, 2024, have already received their appointments, while mine remains unassigned. ...
iData Has Not Scheduled My Schengen Visa Appointment After 4 Months

I applied for a short-term Schengen visa at the iData Gayrettepe office on August 27, 2024. It’s been over four months now, and I still haven’t gotten any appointment set up. I'm really curious about how much longer I'll have to wait. I’ve reached out to customer service several times, but it’s real...
Waiting 8 Months for Germany Visa Appointment from iData

I’ve been waiting for a response to my Germany visa appointment application made through iData since February 19, 2024, and it’s now been 8 months without any progress. I’ve sent multiple emails, and each time I’m told that the appointment assignment will happen according to the consulate’s weekly q...
1.5 Months Waiting for Germany Visa via iData – Still No Update on My Passport

I applied for a Germany visa through iData 1.5 months ago, and my application status still shows "in process." I’ve heard some people have been waiting for 3 months! How is it that iData can hold onto our passports for so long without any updates? During the summer, results came back in just a week....
Still Waiting for Appointment Assignment After Germany Visa Application via iData
As of September 4, 2024, I have been waiting for an appointment assignment for my Germany visa application through iData, but there has been no update. This uncertainty is causing major disruptions to my plans, as I cannot make any arrangements without knowing when or if the appointment will be assi...
Germany Schengen Visa Application Still Pending After 3 Months – No Updates from iData Ankara

I applied for a Germany Schengen visa at the iData Ankara office on July 29, 2024. It’s been almost 3 months, and all I’ve received is a status update that my application has been sent to the consulate and is being processed. My travel date is at the end of the year, but there’s been no progress des...
iData Visa Processing Delayed for 33 Days

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Italy Tourist Visa Delay from iData
On August 20, 2024, I applied for an Italy tourist visa through iData’s Trabzon office. Despite my travel date being set for October 10, 2024, my visa has still not been processed. I have received no updates or assistance from iData offices or the consulate. With just three days left before my sched...
Still No Visa from iData After July 11 Application

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Waiting Over 2 Months for National Visa Appointment via iData İzmir

I applied for a national visa for my master’s studies in Germany through the iData İzmir branch on July 23, 2024. It has been more than 2 months, and my application status still shows “awaiting appointment assignment.” My name is Berdan S****, and my PNR number is IDTTJ9G6LPZ. I need help resolving ...
iData Delayed My Italy Visa for Over 2.5 Months While My Friend Got Approved

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My Passport Is Stuck with iData for 30 Days After Italy Visa Application
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Delays in Italy Tourist Visa Process – iData Not Providing Updates
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Still No Appointment for Germany Schengen Visa from iData After 2 Months of Waiting
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Waiting Months for iDATA Schengen Visa Appointment with No Response After Paying Fee

I requested an appointment through iDATA for a Germany Schengen visa on July 25, 2024, but I have yet to receive any response. It's been months, and I’m left wondering how long I’m expected to wait for an appointment. What’s even more frustrating is that I paid the required fee, yet there has been n...
Appointment Delay for iData Germany Visa

I submitted my visa application to iData for a trip to Germany on April 15th, and it's been nearly 2 months now, but I have yet to receive any email or appointment confirmation. I'm unsure about the current situation or where to seek information. We have pressing issues that require our attention. C...
Months-Long Wait for German National Visa via iData
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iData "no such passport exists" Error

On April 30th, I visited the iData office. I submitted all the necessary documents, received my receipt, and upon checking the iData website with my application tracking number, it indicated that it had been sent to the consulate. Today, when I checked again for an update, it still says, "no such pa...