I strongly advise you to avoid this biased and corrupt embassy at all costs, or you will regret it. My mother has previously been granted a Schengen Visa three times by reputable Western countries like France, the Netherlands, and Italy. She has also traveled to other Western countries, such as the US and Canada. This time, she applied through this problematic embassy because the Italian embassy was closed, and there were no available spots at other embassies. She had a solid bank statement and all the required documents listed on the embassy's website, along with a detailed and well-planned trip itinerary. Despite this, her visa application was rejected without any explanation.
The reason is clear: she didn't apply through a travel agency. This embassy is deeply corrupt, only issuing visas to applicants who go through travel agencies, regardless of how many times they've visited the EU in the past or how thoroughly they provide supporting documents. The travel agencies pay a portion of their fees to the embassy officers. Don't waste your time with this corrupt place. Period.