Student Visa
United States
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: F-1 Visa (Academic Studies), M-1 Visa (Vocational Studies), J-1 Visa (Exchange Programs)
- Intakes: Fall (August/September), Spring (January), Summer (May/June)
Education Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate (Master's and Doctoral), Postgraduate
- Obtain Form I-20/DS-2019 from a U.S. institution.
- Pay the SEVIS fee and complete the DS-160 form.
- Schedule and attend a visa interview at a U.S. embassy or consulate.
- Await visa issuance and prepare for departure.
- Average Tuition Fees: $25,000 - $50,000 per year
United Kingdom
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Tier 4 (General) Student Visa
- Intakes: Main intake in September/October; some courses offer a January/February intake.
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Master's, Ph.D.)
- Secure an offer from a licensed UK education provider.
- Receive a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS).
- Apply for the Tier 4 visa online and pay the healthcare surcharge.
- Attend a biometric appointment and submit supporting documents.
- Average Tuition Fees: £10,000 - £26,000 per year
Canada
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Study Permit
- Intakes: Fall (September), Winter (January), Summer (May)
Education Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Postgraduate
- Obtain a Letter of Acceptance from a designated learning institution.
- Apply for a study permit online or via a visa application center.
- Provide biometrics and undergo a medical exam if required.
- Await study permit approval and prepare for travel.
- Average Tuition Fees: CAD 15,000 - CAD 30,000 per year
Australia
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Student Visa (Subclass 500)
- Intakes: Primary intake in February; secondary intake in July; some courses may offer October/November intake.
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Master's, Doctoral)
- Obtain a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from an Australian institution.
- Apply for the Student Visa online, including health insurance coverage.
- Attend a visa interview if required and submit biometric information.
- Receive visa grant and prepare for travel.
- Average Tuition Fees: AUD 20,000 - AUD 45,000 per year
Germany
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Student Visa
- Intakes: Winter (October), Summer (April)
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Master's, Ph.D.)
- Secure admission from a German university.
- Apply for a student visa at the German consulate or embassy.
- Provide proof of financial means and health insurance.
- Attend a visa interview and wait for visa approval.
- Average Tuition Fees: €0 - €20,000 per year (Public universities often have no tuition fees)
France
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Long-Stay Student Visa (VLS-TS)
- Intakes: Main intake in September/October; some courses offer a February intake.
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Master's, Ph.D.)
- Obtain an offer from a French institution and enroll.
- Apply for a long-stay student visa through Campus France.
- Submit required documents, including proof of accommodation and financial resources.
- Attend a visa interview and complete additional formalities upon arrival in France.
- Average Tuition Fees: €2,800 - €15,000 per year
New Zealand
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Student Visa
- Intakes: Main intake in February; secondary intake in July; some courses offer October/November intake.
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Master's, Ph.D.)
- Receive an offer of place from a New Zealand institution.
- Apply for a student visa online or via a visa application center.
- Provide proof of funds, health insurance, and medical exams if required.
- Await visa approval and prepare for travel.
- Average Tuition Fees: NZD 22,000 - NZD 35,000 per year
Netherlands
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Provisional Residence Permit (MVV) and Residence Permit
- Intakes: Main intake in September; some programs offer a February intake.
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Master's, Ph.D.)
- Gain admission to a Dutch educational institution.
- The institution applies for an MVV on your behalf.
- Apply for a residence permit upon arrival in the Netherlands.
- Register with the local municipality.
- Average Tuition Fees: €6,000 - €20,000 per year
Switzerland
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Student Visa
- Intakes: Varies by institution, but commonly September and February.
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Master's, Ph.D.)
- Secure admission from a Swiss institution.
- Apply for a student visa at the Swiss embassy or consulate.
- Provide proof of financial resources and health insurance.
- Register with the local residents' registry office upon arrival.
- Average Tuition Fees: CHF 1,500 - CHF 6,000 per year
Sweden
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Residence Permit for Studies
- Intakes: Main intake in August; some programs may offer a January intake.
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Master's, Ph.D.)
- Obtain admission from a Swedish university.
- Apply for a residence permit online or at a Swedish embassy/consulate.
- Provide proof of financial support and comprehensive health insurance.
- Await permit decision and travel to Sweden.
- Average Tuition Fees: SEK 80,000 - SEK 140,000 per year
Japan
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Student Visa
- Intakes: April and October
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Postgraduate (Master's, Doctoral)
- Obtain a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) from a Japanese institution.
- Apply for a student visa at the Japanese embassy or consulate.
- Submit the COE and other required documents.
- Receive the visa and make travel arrangements.
- Average Tuition Fees: ¥500,000 - ¥1,000,000 per year
South Korea
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: D-2 (Student Visa)
- Intakes: March and September
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate (Master's, Doctoral)
- Gain admission to a South Korean institution.
- Apply for a student visa at the South Korean embassy or consulate.
- Submit required documents, including a health certificate.
- Receive the visa and prepare for your study in South Korea.
- Average Tuition Fees: KRW 4,000,000 - KRW 8,000,000 per semester
Singapore
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Student Pass
- Intakes: Main intake in August; some courses offer January intake.
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Postgraduate (Master's, Doctoral)
- Obtain admission from a Singaporean institution.
- Apply for a Student Pass through the Student’s Pass Online Application & Registration System (SOLAR).
- Submit required documents, including proof of financial capability.
- Attend a medical examination and obtain a Student Pass upon arrival.
- Average Tuition Fees: SGD 10,000 - SGD 50,000 per year
China
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: X1 Visa (Long-term Study), X2 Visa (Short-term Study)
- Intakes: September and March
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate (Master's, Doctoral)
- Receive an admission notice and JW202 form from a Chinese institution.
- Apply for an X visa at the Chinese embassy or consulate.
- Provide health and financial documentation.
- Convert the X visa to a residence permit within 30 days of arrival.
- Average Tuition Fees: CNY 20,000 - CNY 45,000 per year
Italy
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Student Visa (D Type)
- Intakes: Main intake in September/October; some courses may offer February/March intake.
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Master's, Ph.D.)
- Gain admission from an Italian educational institution.
- Apply for a student visa at the Italian embassy or consulate.
- Provide proof of accommodation and financial means.
- Register with the local police station (Questura) for a residence permit.
- Average Tuition Fees: €900 - €4,000 per year (public universities)
Spain
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Student Visa (Type D)
- Intakes: September/October and February/March
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Master's, Ph.D.)
- Secure admission from a Spanish institution.
- Apply for a student visa at the Spanish embassy or consulate.
- Provide proof of financial support and health insurance.
- Register for a Foreigner Identity Card (TIE) upon arrival.
- Average Tuition Fees: €1,000 - €3,500 per year
Ireland
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Study Visa (D Type)
- Intakes: Main intake in September; some courses offer a January intake.
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Master's, Ph.D.)
- Obtain an offer letter from an Irish institution.
- Apply for a study visa online or at the Irish embassy/consulate.
- Provide proof of financial means and medical insurance.
- Register with the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) upon arrival.
- Average Tuition Fees: €9,000 - €20,000 per year
Denmark
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Student Residence Permit
- Intakes: August/September and January/February
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Master's, Ph.D.)
- Secure admission from a Danish educational institution.
- Apply for a student residence permit online or at a Danish mission.
- Provide proof of financial means and housing.
- Register with the local civil registration office (CPR) upon arrival.
- Average Tuition Fees: €6,000 - €16,000 per year
Finland
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Residence Permit for Studies
- Intakes: August/September and January
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Master's, Ph.D.)
- Receive admission from a Finnish institution.
- Apply for a residence permit online or at a Finnish embassy/consulate.
- Provide proof of financial means and health insurance.
- Attend a biometric appointment and wait for permit approval.
- Average Tuition Fees: €8,000 - €18,000 per year
Norway
Student Visa Types
Application Process
- Visa Type: Student Residence Permit
- Intakes: August/September
- Education Levels: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Master's, Ph.D.)
- Gain admission from a Norwegian institution.
- Apply for a student residence permit online or at a Norwegian embassy/consulate.
- Provide proof of financial support and health insurance.
- Register with the police within 7 days of arrival.
- Average Tuition Fees: Typically free at public universities (small semester fee may apply)
