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How much bank balance is needed for TUM‑Germany student visa for Indians?
Indian students need a Germany blocked account balance of EUR 11,904 (INR 13.25 Lakhs) for 1 year or EUR 992 (INR 1.1 Lakhs) per month. The amount is set by German govt. to make sure Indian students have enough to cover costs like rent, food, and healthcare.
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Do I have to pay tuition fee in full at Lambton College before getting my visa?
No, Indian students don't need to pay full tuition at Lambton Sarnia to get Canada student visa. Payment of one semester's tuition fee (or the amount in the offer letter) is usually enough.
Students need to make this deposit to confirm their seat at Lambton College Sarnia.
No. Visa officers focus on your university admission letter and financial stability. If a top-tier university has waived the GRE and granted you admission, the visa office will accept that decision without requiring a separate test score.
No. Visa officers focus on your university admission letter and financial stability. If a top-tier university has waived the GRE and granted you admission, the visa office will accept that decision without requiring a separate test score.
Is the Job Seeker Visa the same as the Opportunity Card?
No. They are two different visas. The Job Seeker Visa is for people already in Germany after completing studies. The Opportunity Card is for skilled professionals applying from outside Germany. Read the comparison table above for full details.
No. The Job Seeker Visa cannot be extended. Once it expires, you must leave Germany. If you are still eligible, you can apply for the Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) from India.
How has Canada's visa process changed for Indian students in 2026?
The SDS fast-track stream was abolished in late 2024. All students now apply via the regular stream with longer processing times. Most undergraduate students also require a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) and a GIC of CAD 22,895.
You must show proof of funds for:
- Tuition fees
- Living expenses
Example:
- USA: 1 year total cost
- UK: Fees + 9 months living cost
- Canada: Tuition + GIC
Keep money in your bank for 3 to 6 months before student visa.
What happens if my Polish student visa gets rejected? Is the Vistula University tuition fee refundable in that case?
If the Poland student visa is rejected, Indian students have 14 days to file an appeal with the consul. The university does refund the tuition fees if the visa gets rejected.
However, some administrative or registration costs may get deducted in the process.
Is the Ludwig Maximilian University semester fee refundable if my visa gets rejected?
LMU Munich semester fee for Indian students are non-refundable if their visa is rejected. The university has a strict non-refund policy on semester and processing costs.
Indian students should be extra cautious when applying for a Germany student visa.