Tourist Visa Rejection Germany
Passport : Indian
Country of Residence: India
Application Centre and Country: VFS Mumbai - Germany
Profession: Interning
So me and 2 of my friends applied for a schengen visa on 19th May for our planned trip to Germany in September. One of my friends got his passport yesterday with his visa. I got my passport today with my rejection letter.
The rejection letter mentioned, that proof of funds not enough, documents dont support my travel purpose and no reason to believe I will return my country after the trip.
So for context, me and my friends submitted all the necessary documents, and most of our travel documents were the same. We have booked hotels, confirmed flight tickets, same itinerary also ofc. The only difference being our financials and work.
In my case this trip was going to be entirely sponsored by my Mom, who showed all her financials as well( around 45lacs INR in total).
The only problem I see was that the place where I am doing an internship, is going to conclude at the end of this month, after which I have no intentions to continue there any longer. I will be job hunting in the meantime (Rest of my friends are in a full time role).
In my cover letter I had mentioned this part “I wish to bring to your kind attention that my internship tenure concludes at the end of May 2026. At the time of this visa appointment on 19th May 2026, I am actively engaged in my internship. Following its conclusion, I intend to pursue further academic and professional opportunities in India. My strong ties to my home country — including my family, social network, and future career plans — serve as a firm assurance of my intent to return to India upon completion of my trip”.
Now what can I do while re applying to increase my chances of approval. Please help.