Austria Residence Permit Student. Private loans from friends
Apologies in advance if it is not the best place to ask for advice/info regarding my unique ish situation.
I'm applying for an Austrian Residence Permit(Student). I'm under 24 and currently have around €7000-8000 in my own accounts, with 6+ months of banking history.
I need to reach the required amount for 12 months, and I may receive around €1,500–€2,500 from several friends (e.g. €500 from one person, €800 from another)
I contacted OeAD directly and they told me that different sources can generally be combined and that friends may transfer the missing amount directly into my account. They also said that for "relatively small amounts" from several friends, they would not normally expect a separate detailed declaration from each person, but that I should document the transfers and explain their origin transparently.
Has anyone got their RP with this sort of arrangements or know of anything similar?
- How much did you receive from friends?
- How many people contributed?
- Did you provide loan agreements?
- Did the authority ask for the friends' bank statements/ID/income proof?
- Was there any objection because the money arrived shortly before the application?
- Did you receive an approval?
I can provide the exact OeAD response if useful.