The documents required for a Visa interview will depend on the nation and type of Visa that you are applying to. The documents that are most commonly required are:

• Original Passport with a minimum of 6 months of validity after arrival to the overseas nation
• All expired Passports
• 1 photograph both hard and digital copy as per the specification
• The Visa application confirmation page stamped at the VAC
• A valid receipt of Visa fee payment
• Printout of appointment letter for the Visa interview

Supporting documents required for a Visa interview

The idea of supporting documents is to verify –

• Legality
• Validity
• Illegal history, if any
• Monetary affordability;
• Intention to return to home country

The Visa processing times are variable depending on the category of Visa and your location. It can take around a few weeks to some months.

The cost of the Visa is variable depending on the category of Visa and your location. It can cost around a few hundreds of dollars to some thousands of dollars.

Below are the general guidelines for a Visa application:

• Identify the type of Visa that you require
• Identify the authorized place for Visa application (Embassy/Consulate)
• Find out the most appropriate time for filing the application
• Book an appointment for the Visa interview
• Fill the Visa application form
• Collate the necessary documents
• Attend the interview for the Visa
• Pay the required Visa fee
• Wait for the decision on your Visa application

By the term ‘visa’ is meant an entry permit for a short and temporary visit that must not be more than 90 days in duration.