@John *********
That's fair point. Sorry for the rather awful response from my end. Maybe it helped that I did provide alternative funding (certificate of deposit with another bank), just to be sure. But there is literally no activity in that bank. I also provided proof about the company (Linkedin, Wikipedia, etc) and reiterated that I will not take any local employment. I honestly think that cover letters have some weight, too. I'm sure Wise would be acceptable if they provide a longer timeframe, include invoices, contracts, literally anything to help supplement the financial capacity claims. Heck, add land titles if you got them.