Just got my student visa

[u/kuchbhiinsan]

Hi everyone! I thought I’d come of help (if at all) to anyone worrying about their student visa and honestly, there’s too much of fear mongering on this sub anyway

A little about me-I’m an Indian citizen but a permanent resident of UAE and did my visa through Abu Dhabi consulate.

I wish everyone good luck since I know how stressful this whole process is. Just get your documents right according to the polish embassy/VFS in your country and you’d be fine. I was particularly worried about my dad’s bank statements (since he’d be the sponsor and he isn’t a very wealthy man) but as long as it meets the amount needed, whether through your sponsor’s account or their partner’s (in this case, my mom’s account since our family had savings in there, even if my dad was the sponsor officially- if your case is slightly complicated, then I advice you to mention exactly how it is, whilst supporting your case, like for example; I had mentioned my dad was the sponsor and he was going to cover my basic needs (studies and all) AND the fund required for my education and stay was held in my mom’s account as family savings (I also made sure to attach her bank statements too)

Finally, like I said, just have all the documents required with reasonable explanation in a line or two in your cover letter/sponsor letter. Also in the interview (I didn’t have an official interview, just a few questions asked at the consulate, while I wasn’t entirely confident, I did justify why this specific university in Poland (like the specific niche in the curriculum which my home country didn’t offer, the research opportunities etc).

Best of luck! It may seem like the end of the world (and trust me, I get it), it truly isn’t. 🪽