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Reasons Why German Student Visa is Rejected

In this post, we discuss some Major Reasons Why German Student Visa is Rejected. So, read the post carefully and prepare accordingly.

So here are major reasons why your German student visa application could get rejected.

Your finances – Reasons Why German Student Visa is Rejected

The German Embassy will not let anyone into their country so they can starve or not be able to pay rent. They need to ensure that you have a strong financial background so you can cover your living costs for the entire duration of your stay. So the first reason that they might reject your visa application is that they believe you do not have the financial means to finance yourself.

Even if you opened the blocked bank account with €8,640 in it, you will need to have this sum of money for each year that you are studying. If the Embassy has looked at your financial statements and suspects that, for example, next year you will not have €8,640 in your bank account, they will reject you.

Tip: When you submit your financial and bank statements, make sure you have more than the required amount in your bank account. This way, the Embassy will know that in cases of financial emergency, you have more funds in your account to cover expenses.

Your academics – Reasons Why German Student Visa is Rejected

Germany’s education is regarded as one of the most difficult. They refuse to accept any student who does not have a good academic background and shows little potential for succeeding. You might have submitted your academic documents and you thought that they were fine, but if the Embassy does not believe that you can withstand the tough academic programs that Germany has, or if your academic records are not up to German standards, they will ultimately reject you.

Tip: If you don’t have excellent grades or academic background, you have the chance to prove your potential during the interview. Try to come up with reasons about why you would be a great candidate and how you will improve your academics. Visa interviewers will appreciate that you are making an effort to improve your academic potential.

Your language skills (German or English) – Reasons Why German Student Visa is Rejected

Sometimes it is difficult to communicate with people with whom you speak the same language and there is always a potential for misunderstandings. Imagine how difficult it is if you don’t speak the language to a level where you can effectively communicate!

You might have attended German language courses and done ok on the examinations, but when you go to the interview you will have a chance to prove these skills. First of all, to apply for the Germany student visa you need at least a C2 level language proficiency level of German. In addition, you also need to be able to speak English.

If your application does not prove that you have good language skills or if during the interview you do not demonstrate that you are proficient enough in German, the Embassy will reject your application. This is because it is highly important for you to be able to have a language level where you can understand and respond in German.

Tip: If you are aware that your language skills are not good enough, postpone your application. Work on improving your language and then apply. It is better to wait longer until you know your language is better than getting rejected for this reason.

Your study program – Reasons Why German Student Visa is Rejected

When applying for a Master’s program, most students apply for a field related to the one they had during their undergraduate studies. The rest might want to change careers or get different qualifications, so they go into a field where they do not have any academic background.

If your undergraduate degree was in Fine Arts, and you are applying for a Master’s Degree in Engineering, your choice of fields will raise some eyebrows. The Embassy representatives will question your choice of study programmes and they might reject you on the grounds that you are inconsistent.

Tip: It is best to apply to a master’s program which is related to your undergraduate studies. However, if you want to switch careers and study something else, make sure you have proof of work or other experience within the new field so that you can justify the change.

Your profile – Reasons Why German Student Visa is Rejected

Every developed country has a certain profile of people that they want to allow entrance in their country. Most of them want young and skilled people who can fill the vacant job positions that natives of the country cannot. They are always looking for people who have potential to improve the economic landscape of the country.

Germany too is looking for young and skilled people. If you do not fit the age group or if your field of study is not required in the country or the particular state your university is in, the Embassy will have enough reason to reject you.

Tip: Research the requirements of the country for skilled labour before you decide on your field of study. Try to match your experience and background with a subject that is also being required in the country or in the state you want to go to.

Lack of Preparation for Your Interview – Reasons Why German Student Visa is Rejected

Interviews are always stressful! Visa interviews are twice as stressful as others. It is easy to become nervous and not say the right thing or trip on your words. That is why preparation is always necessary and important.

The interviewers will ask you all sorts of questions, starting from your background and then they will test your knowledge of Germany and your field of study. If they sense that you are unprepared or even worse, you are giving incorrect answers, they will have reason enough to reject you.

Tip: Research and prepare for your interview. Research student visa common interview questions and then practice them at home. Read and become informed about Germany, the state you are going, your university, and field of study. The more you know and the more you prepare, the better your interview will go.

The questions asked during the interview can be grouped into four categories and each category serves a specific purpose. They are:

  • Questions That Test Whether You Have Done Some Research About Germany
  • Questions That Test Your Seriousness as a Student
  • Questions That Test if Your True Intention is to Study
  • Questions to Assess if You are Financially Sound to Survive in Germany

*Extra tip: Some documents in your application carries more weight in your admission than others. The motivational letter is one of those highly important documents.

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Content Source (German-Visa.org)

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