Before you apply, remember the blocked account is only your proof-of-funds requirement. It does not cover a semester fee, flight, or the first month’s rent before your account unlocks. Budget separately for those. If your visa does get refused despite a correctly funded blocked account, funding is only one of several checks the officer runs — the other common triggers are covered in our guide on why Schengen student visas get refused.
Looking for funding that covers this cost for you instead of your own savings? Several fully funded scholarships for Pakistani students pay a monthly stipend well above €992, which some universities will let you use as an alternative proof of funds instead of a blocked account — check with your specific mission before relying on this.
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