Can i apply for student visa of any country if i have an FIR on my name and i had scored 6.5 overall in ielts?

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Kimaya Nigam · Accepted Answer

In order to get a study, visit or any other visa a police clearance certificate or a criminal record check is performed. If you have filed and FIR against someone, then it would not be an issue. However, if a counter FIR is filed against you and the investigation is under way, it would be a challenge to get a clear record in some cases. If you are looking to apply for a study visa and need professional help in this matter, I suggest you directly get in touch with Experts here. They will not just help you with all the information but also assist you in the entire application process for FREE.
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Prateeksha Manral · Answer

Yes, you can apply for a student visa even if there exists an FIR registered against your name, but this might bear consequences on the granting of a visa. Generally, most countries focus more on your educational qualification, and they check the feasibility of your language skills, such as your 6.5 overall IELTS score, which is acceptable to most countries. Most importantly, they test whether you are sufficient to live throughout your college years without financial burden.
But in an FIR, the seriousness of the case might be the determining factor. If the FIR is for an inconsequential matter or is disposed of, then it does not really impact your visa. But if the case is pending or there are serious charges against you, some countries, especially those that practice a background check, will do so, such as the USA, UK, or Canada. And you might even be asked to come up with additional documentation or explanations.
It is also recommended that you speak with an immigration lawyer or consultant to find out what this really means for the FIR of your country of destination. After the case is cleared, proof of this will help support your application.
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