Visitor Visa Application Process for Tourism Stream
Check Eligibility:
Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for a Visitor Visa under the tourism stream, considering the purpose of your visit, planned activities, and the duration of your stay.
Collect Required Documents:
Gather all necessary documents, including your passport, recent photos, travel itinerary, accommodation details, proof of funds, and return flight ticket.
Complete the Online Application:
Fill out the visitor visa application form online on the official immigration website of your destination country.
Pay the Visa Fee:
Pay the applicable visa fee through the official payment portal provided on the immigration website.
Submit Your Application:
Submit the completed application online, ensuring that all information is accurate and consistent with the supporting documents.
Biometrics Appointment (If Required):
If required, attend a biometrics appointment at a visa application center (VAC) to provide fingerprints and a photograph.
Wait for Processing:
Wait for your visa application to be processed. Processing times may vary depending on the country and individual circumstances.
Application Decision:
Receive the decision on your application, which may include an approval, refusal, or a request for additional documentation.
Visa Approval:
If approved, you'll receive a visa grant notification, outlining the validity period, conditions, and entry requirements.
Prepare for Travel:
Organize your travel itinerary, finalize accommodation arrangements, secure travel insurance, and ensure all documents are in place for your trip.
Travel and Entry:
Travel to your destination country within the validity of your visa, presenting your visa and supporting documents to immigration officials upon arrival.
Follow Visa Conditions:
Comply with all the conditions of your visa, such as the length of stay, restrictions on work or study, and adherence to local laws.
Departure :
Leave the destination country before your visa expires, returning to your home country or continuing to your next destination.