Prerequisites required such as:
- Valid Passport: Your document should remain valid for a minimum of 6 months past your intended departure date and include at least two blank pages.
- Application Form Filled: Depending on the nation, submissions may be made online or on paper.
- Passport-sized Photographs: satisfying specific requirements for size and background.
- Evidence of Adequate Funds: Bank statements (typically for the last 3-6 months), ITRs, salary slips, or other financial documents to cover your stay.
- Travel Itinerary: Verified airline reservations (although occasionally an itinerary suffices) and evidence of accommodation (hotel reservations, host invitation letter).
- Evidence of Home Country Ties: Documents like an employment contract, a leave letter from your employer, or proof of property ownership to demonstrate your intention to return.
- Biometrics: A digital photo and fingerprints are usually needed at a Visa Application Center (VAC).
- Travel Insurance: Mandatory for Schengen countries, and highly recommended for the others, to cover medical emergencies and repatriation.
Canada Tourist Visa
Canada Tourist Visa (Visitor Visa – Temporary Resident Visa)Purpose:
Tourism, visiting family/friends, or short-term visits.
Key points:
- Usually valid for up to 6 months per entry.
- Can be single-entry or multiple-entry (often 5 or 10 years or until passport expiry).
- Required documents:
- Valid passport
- Proof of funds
- Travel history
- Invitation letter (if visiting family/friends)
- Purpose of travel and itinerary
- Biometrics (mandatory for most applicants)
- Apply online via IRCC website.
UK Standard Visitor Visa
Purpose: Tourism, visiting friends/family, short business or study visits.
Key points:
- Valid usually for 6 months (can extend to 2, 5, or 10 years for frequent travelers).
- No work or long-term study allowed.
- Required documents:
- Valid passport
- Proof of financial means
- Accommodation and travel plans
- Ties to home country
- Apply online via UK Government Visa Portal
Australia Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)
Purpose: Tourism, visiting family/friends, or business visitor activities.
Key points:
- Stay period: up to 3, 6, or 12 months.
- Multiple-entry possible.
- Documents needed:
- Passport
- Financial proof
- Itinerary
- Health insurance recommended
- Apply online via Australian Department of Home Affairs
Schengen Visa (Europe)
Covers: 29 European countries in the Schengen Zone (e.g., France, Germany, Italy, Spain, etc.).
Purpose: Tourism, business, visiting relatives.
Key points:
- Stay limit: up to 90 days within 180 days.
- Valid for single or multiple entries.
- Required documents:
- Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond stay
- Travel insurance (€30,000 coverage minimum)
- Proof of funds & accommodation
- Flight itinerary
- Apply at the embassy/visa center of the main destination or first port of entry.
Dubai / UAE Tourist Visa
Purpose: Tourism, visiting relatives/friends.
Key points:
- Duration: 30 days (short-term) or 60–90 days (long-term).
- Can often be extended once.
- Sponsored by:
- UAE airlines (Emirates, Etihad, FlyDubai, Air Arabia)
- UAE hotels or travel agencies
- Required documents:
- Passport copy
- Passport photo
- Confirmed flight booking
Apply through the airline, UAE eVisa portal, or travel agent.
General Advice (For All Countries)
- Always check official government websites for updates before applying.
- Apply 1–3 months in advance of travel.
- Maintain strong ties to your home country (job, property, family).
- Ensure travel insurance and proof of funds.