Schengen visa refusal and appeal process
Three of my colleagues and I are applying for a Schengen visa for our trip to Europe. This trip is fully sponsored by our company as our reward for our target achievement. Two of my colleagues are approved while me and 1 of my colleagues didn't get the visa with this reason: the information submitted regarding the justification for the purpose and conditions of the intended stay was not reliable.
We attached an official letter from the company's HR general manager explaining that our trip is fully sponsored by our company and they will ensure we return to our country but we were refused anyway.
So I tried to email the embassy explaining the nature of our trip. In just one day I got a reply that says that I can reapply (not appeal) with an accompanying letter from our company explaining why the company wants to fully sponsor our trip signed by the president.
Is the appeal process the same with applying for a new visa? My understanding is when we want to appeal, we don't have to submit the same document and repeat the process from the beginning.
I am asking this because the embassy is asking us to reapply and not appeal our application.
Best Answer
Schengen visa officials try to let all genuine tourists and business travelers in and to keep all illegal immigrants out. But of course they cannot really know what an applicant plans to do. Perhaps not even the applicant really knows if he or she will leave again or not.
So they look for three things:
- Who pays for the trip and why? That's the same for you and for the colleagues who got their visa, so apparently it wasn't the problem.
- What are the reasons for the applicant to return? The best reason is a stable, well-paid job. Somewhat helpful are dependents who do not travel with you. They're a reason to return, but they might also be a reason to stay in Europe and work illegally.
- What is the travel history? Having been in Europe and not having overstayed is good, any incidents are bad.
So you should think if you have documented your circumstances at home properly before you reapply.
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How long does a Schengen visa appeal take?
Schengen Visa Appeal Processing Time. For those wondering, \u201chow long does Schengen visa appeal take?\u201d The answer is usually under 60 days, although different countries have different processing times.Can we apply for Schengen visa again after rejection?
Reapplying After a Schengen Visa RejectionThe actionable steps you must take depend mostly on whether or not you have submitted an Appeal Letter for Schengen Visa Refusal (an official letter you have the right to write to dispute your Schengen Visa rejection).How do I write an appeal letter for Schengen visa rejection?
Having in mind above stated I would like to kindly ask you to reconsider my application and to void your visa denial. As I should leave on [Date DD/MONTH/YYYY] I would also like to kindly ask you to reconsider your decision on the earlies possible convenience because I have to organize my plans.How do I write an appeal for Schengen visa?
Explain the reasons why your visa was refused, as given in the rejection letter you got from the embassy (if you did) List and explain the reasons why you believe the rejection was incorrect, showing arguments. Do not forget to put your signature at the end of the letter, after you print it.Schengen Visa Appeal Process and Letter for Refusal (Europe Visa)
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