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Travelling abroad might be confusing if you don’t have all the details. Here, we discuss the common visitor visa types, eligibility, cost, process, and documentation.

Know about Visit Visa

A visitor visa is a kind of non-immigrant visa that permits you to stay in a specific country for a certain or shorter period of time. A visitor visa allows you to attend short-term business activities, family/friends visits or go as a tourist and also for medical treatment.

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Best countries or common countries to visit

Australia

Canada

USA

Schengen

Dubai

With a visiting visa, what can I do?

Here are the activities that I can do while having a visitor visa-

Tourism
Visiting relatives
Attending business activities like conference
Visiting family and friends
Medical treatment
Taking part in short-term training
Job Search ( In some Countries)

You can not work or study while holding a temporary visiting visa. You need another visa category for work and study in a foreign country.

Things to know about the visitor visa-

Hassle-free
You can obtain easily
Genuine reason for travel
Proof of funds
A visa interview might be held
Biometrics might be required
Granted for 3 to 6 months

Types of visitor visa

There are different kinds of visitor visas available depending on travel purposes (tourism, visiting family/friends, business, or transit). Each country has its own eligibility criteria and application process.

A visitor visa allows the number of entries. It can be a single entry, double entry, or multiple entry.

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Visitor visa/Tourist visa

This visa category is purely for visiting and tourism purposes. You can find rules and regulations for this type of visa on the host country’s embassy or consulate website.

Business visa

This visa category is for those who conduct business activities like conferences, meetings, sales, or research purposes.

Work visa/Employment visa

Issued by the host nation to let the guest engage in lawful employment there. Additionally, the procedure for granting this visa varies depending on the country. This visa process might take anywhere from 10 days to 3 months.

Transit visa

Some countries that prioritise political security demand it. When you arrive in a country and wish to leave quickly, you must have a transit visa. Usually, these visas are only valid for a maximum of 3 days.

Single-entry, double-entry, or multiple-entry visas

These visa kinds fit into each of the aforementioned groups. You are only allowed one entry into the country as per a single-entry permit, double entry refers to entering twice, while multiple-entry visas let you enter as you’d want while they’re in effect.

Processing time for a Tourist/Visitor visa

The processing time for a tourist/visitor visa depends on the country which offers you the visa. It also depends on the candidate’s nationality.

Documents required for Tourist/Visitor visa

Basic document requirements:

Other document requirements:

Standard procedure to get a visitor visa

The standard procedure to get a tourist/visitor visa for many countries is-

Fill the application form
Pay the application fee
Schedule a appointment at the embassy for visa interview
Attend the interview at the embassy on assigned date and time

Processing time for tourist/visitor visas

Here we get to know about that how much processing time a tourist/visitor visa can take-

Australia- It takes 2-4 weeks from the date of submitting the visa application
Canada- Canada visitor visa takes maximum of 15 days from the date of submitting the visa application
USA- It takes somewhere 3-5 weeks to process the application
UK- You can expect a decision within 3 weeks of attending the appointment at the visa application centre
New Zealand- Processing time for New Zealand depends on the workload, the majority of visa applications are cleared within 3 months.

Based on the countries here is the cost to apply for tourist/visitor visa-

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Eligibility criteria for a visitor visa

As we know each country has its own eligibility criteria. let’s discuss the eligibility criteria for each country-

Australia Visitor visa

Application for a visa: Subclass 600 visitor visa application for tourists (from outside Australia)

You can take a cruise, see relatives and friends in Australia, or go on a tour with an Australia Subclass 600 visa.

Candidates who meet the following requirements can submit an application for an Australia visitor visa:

Genuine desire to remain in Australia for a short while
Travelling for reasons other than work or healthcare
Sponsored or capable of providing for their own needs while there
Meet all relevant public interest requirements such as the character and health requirements.

Canada visitor visa

If you plan to travel to Canada for business purposes, visit family and friends, or transit through Canada, then you will need a Canada visitor visa. One can apply for a Canada visitor visa online or on paper.

Canada visitor visa requirements

Proof of funds
Medical certificate
Not be seeking or undertaking a job during the visit
No criminal record
If you are visiting relatives then you need to show the letter of invitation
Candidates from certain countries will require a temporary residency permit
Leave Canada by the end of the visit
Other requirements based on the profile may be required.

US visitor visa

The US visitor visa category comes under the ‘B’ visa category. ‘B-1’ visa for business visits, ‘B-2’ for tourism, and ‘B-1/B-2’ is a single visa.

General eligibility for US visitor visa-

The purpose of the visit must be genuine
Visit to be only for a specific time
Proof of funds
You will return back to your home country when your trip ends.

UK visitor visa

Visa to apply for: UK Standard visitor visa

UK standard visitor visa grants you to visit the UK for tourism, business, study (up to six months in duration), and other activities.

Types of UK standard visitor visas-

Standard visitor visa, for six months
Standard visitor visa for medical reasons, for 11 months
Standard visitor visa for academics, for 12 months
Two years long-term standard visitor visa, six months per visit
Five years long-term standard visitor visa, six months per visit
Ten years long-term standard visitor visa, six months per visit.

Eligibility criteria for Standard visitor visa:

Proof of funds
Proof that you will return back to your home country after your trip ends
Purpose of visit.

New Zealand tourist/visitor visa

You can explore New Zealand on a visitor visa, enjoy sports, visit family and friends. Also, you can study for up to 3 months while you are having a New Zealand visitor visa.

To qualify for New Zealand visitor visa you need to meet certain eligibility criteria that is-

Proof of your identity
Health certificate
Character certificate
Proof of funds
Show proof of your return ticket to your home country.

Schengen visa

Schengen visa allows you to visit 26 countries in Europe and stay up to 90 days in every six month period starting from the date of entry.

26 countries in Europe are- France, Germany, Spain, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Denmark, Iceland, Austria, Sweden, Belgium, Malta, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Lithuania, Slovenia, Liechtenstein, Greece, Slovakia, Italy, Portugal, Finland, Latvia, Hungary, Luxembourg, Poland, and Norway.

Eligibility criteria for schengen visa-

Application form
Pay the visa fee
Proof of funds
Proof of accomodation
Travel health insurance (minimum coverage of 30,000 euros)
Round trip reservation

Apply for a Tourist/Visitor visa for Business purposes

A business visa has different eligibility criteria which depends on the country. Here are certain documents list which is generally required to apply for tourist/visitor visa–

A valid passport
Travel itinerary
Academic credentials
Business and professional credentials
Show proof that you will return back to your home country when your trip ends
Proof of adequate financial resources
Application form duly filled and signed
Copy of fee paid for the visa application

How Province Immigration Can Help You?

Profile Evaluation: We check your particular profile history with the criteria for visa eligibility and advise you as to which visas you need to apply for.
Obtaining documents: Assist you in gathering the paperwork required to apply for a visa.
professional direction: We are always here to help you, whether it be with interview preparation, French/English classes, working samples for resumes and cover letters, or help with application forms, medical clearance certificates, or police clearance certificates.
Dedicated Case Officer: Throughout the process, we provide you with individualised support and serve as the company’s primary point of contact.
Post-Landing Services: After you’ve gotten your visa, we assist you in settling down in the nation. These services are specially tailored to meet your needs. With Province Immigration, you can anticipate a one-stop solution for all of your visa needs, including profile evaluation, documentation, application preparation, and post-visa services.

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How many times can a visit visa be extended?

That will depend on the nation you are visiting. Generally speaking, a visiting visa can only be renewed temporarily and for unavoidable circumstances.

What is the difference between a tourist visa and a visit visa?

A tourist visa is often issued for sightseeing. On the other hand, a visitation visa is one that is granted for a variety of reasons, such as brief business meetings, medical procedures, and more.

How to apply for a visitor visa?

You may now apply online in the majority of nations. However, in certain countries, you might need to show up for a visa interview.

What factors affect the processing time of visit visas?

Visitation visas are granted based on a number of criteria, some of which are listed below.

- You have to send your application together with any necessary supporting documentation.
- quickly you respond to requests for further details
- duration that the authorities took to finish the necessary inspections
- Time taken to get further details on your background, health, and national security

The information you submit will determine whether your visa application is approved or denied. Apply for a visa well in advance of the date of your trip.

Wait to book a trip until your visa has been approved.

What are the key points to note about visitor visas?

Working in the host nation with this visa is not permitted.
All you can do with this visa is travel and remain.
Usually, the visiting visa is granted for a duration of three months to a year.

Am I eligible for a Business Visa?

Business visas are issued for the following reasons -

Government or general business enquiries.
Government visits.
Business negotiations.
Attending seminars & conferences.
Job interview.
Professional examinations.

However, check out with the country you plan to visit.

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Tourist/Visitor Visa

Check Your Eligibility

Check Your Eligibility

Tourist/Visitor Visa

Know about Visit Visa

Check Your Eligibility

Best countries or common countries to visit

With a visiting visa, what can I do?

Things to know about the visitor visa-

Types of visitor visa

Check Your Eligibility

Processing time for a Tourist/Visitor visa

Documents required for Tourist/Visitor visa

Standard procedure to get a visitor visa

Processing time for tourist/visitor visas

Check Your Eligibility

Eligibility criteria for a visitor visa

Types of UK standard visitor visas-

Apply for a Tourist/Visitor visa for Business purposes

How Province Immigration Can Help You?

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