The rejection of an immediate family member's visa application can potentially affect your own visa application process, but it doesn't necessarily mean an automatic rejection for you. Here's what you should consider: visa applications are typically assessed on an individual basis. While your family member's visa rejection may be taken into consideration, it does not guarantee that your application will be rejected as well. You should disclose your family member's previous visa rejection if the application form asks for such information. The impact of your family member's visa rejection on your own application may depend on various factors, including the reason for the rejection, the relationship between you and your family member, and the specific requirements of the visa you are applying for. To address potential concerns proactively, you can include a cover letter with your visa application explaining the circumstances of your family member's rejection and emphasizing your own reasons for travel, ties to your home country, and intention to abide by the visa requirements. If you are concerned that the rejection of your family member's visa may significantly affect your chances, you can explore the option of applying for a Schengen Visa through a different Schengen country, rather than France. However, keep in mind that you should genuinely intend to visit the country you apply through, as misusing visas to enter a different Schengen country than the one you applied to can lead to serious consequences.
