Visa Guide

Essential Steps for Studying Abroad

Guide to Getting a Student Visa

Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining Your Student Visa

While getting the required grades, writing the application essay and finally getting accepted onto a study abroad program is the hard part of becoming an international student, for most of you the work isn’t over yet… now it’s time to crack on with your student visa application.

Not all international students will be in need of a visa – EU students studying within another European country, for instance – but those who do need one should make sure to begin their student visa application well in advance.

Below is an overview of how to start your student visa application, as well as key information about common student visa requirements. For country-specific student visa guidelines, scroll to the bottom of this article.

How to begin your student visa application

To get your hands on the application forms and other useful information about student visa requirements, you should visit the official embassy or consulate website of your country of study. This website should have all the information regarding visa applications, forms, documentation and interviews. If you’re struggling to find the guidelines, contact the embassy or consulate by phone, email or in person.