Visa FAQ

We assist with various types of visas, including tourist visas, business visas, transit visas, student visas, work visas, and family reunification visas. Please check our website for specific details on each type.

We provide visa information services for 184 countries. For a full list of the countries we cover, please visit our website.

To start your visa application, visit our website and find the type of visa you need. Follow the instructions to prepare the application with required documents and forms.

Required documents vary depending on the type of visa. Generally, you will need:

• Your passport
• A completed application form
• A recent photograph
• Proof of financial means
• Any specific documents related to your visa type (e.g., invitation letter for a business visa, admission letter for a student visa)

Processing times vary by visa type and the country you are applying to. Typically, it can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks. Please refer to the processing time section on our website for more detailed information.

A visa is an official document issued by a foreign country, granting permission to enter, stay, or transit through that country for a specific purpose and duration. Visas are required to ensure that travelers meet the entry requirements of the destination country.

Some visa applications require an appointment for an interview or biometric data collection. Our website provides information on which visas require appointments and how to schedule them.

Yes, many visa applications can be completed online through secure application portals. Follow the instructions on our website to begin your online application.

An eVisa (electronic visa) is a type of visa that you apply for and receive online, rather than visiting an embassy or consulate.

You can submit your documents by post or in person. Embassy and VFS addresses are provided on our website.

Once your application is submitted, you can track its status through the online portal. You will receive email updates at each stage of the process.

Understand the visa rejection reasons: carefully review the rejection notice or letter. It should outline specific reasons such as incomplete documentation or insufficient financial proof.

Consider reapplying once you have addressed the reasons for the rejection. Ensure the new application addresses all issues raised.

Visa on Arrival (VoA) is a type of visa that travelers can obtain at the airport or border upon arriving in a country, rather than applying in advance.

A Schengen visa is a short-term visa that allows a person to travel to any of the 29 countries within the Schengen Area for up to 90 days for tourism, business, or transit purposes.

A Gulf Visa refers to visas for one or more Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. These visas are typically issued for tourism, business, work, or transit.

Immigrant visas permit the holder to live permanently in the host country, while nonimmigrant visas allow entry for a temporary stay.

A tourist visa allows individuals to visit a country for leisure, sightseeing, or vacation purposes.

A business visa allows individuals to travel to another country for business-related activities.

A transit visa allows travelers to pass through a country en route to their final destination.

A work visa allows individuals to legally work in a foreign country.

A student visa allows individuals to study in a foreign country.