Is it legal for a Schengen consulate to refuse issuing a visa to children during school time?
A friend of mine was trying to apply for a Czech tourist visa with his wife and two children. He had a letter from the school certifying that the school won't object to their absence. However, the VFS center refused to receive his application for the visa, stating that as a matter of policy the Czech consulate doesn't issue visas to children during the school year.
Are such restrictions legal according to Schengen rules? Could anything be done to force the consulate to process the application?
Best Answer
The VFS is not the same as the consulate and they have been known to overstep their bounds.
Are such restrictions legal according to Schengen rules?
NO
Could anything be done to force the consulate to process the application?
Reach out directly to the embassy.
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Do children need Schengen visas?
Are there any additional document requested as a minor in obtaining a Schengen visa procedure? Yes, as following: A birth certificate of the child. The application form signed by both parents/guardians or the one that has custody over the child in case of a divorce.In what cases visa will get refusal?
Visa rejection may happen when you fail to prove your eligibility to visit a particular country. It mostly takes place as the applicants fails to provide important information, or sometimes because of certain document missing.Why would someone be refused a visa?
Questionable financial records, a sure route to get a visa rejected. Another reason why your visa is most likely to get disapproved is because of questionable financial records. As an applicant, you need to prove that you have the financial wherewithal to support your trip.What to do when Schengen Visa is refused?
You have several options if your Schengen visa is rejected:My visa denial story | I was denied the US, UK and Schengen Visa
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