Documents Required for a Student Visa – Country-wise Checklist
Dreaming of studying abroad? One of the most important steps in turning that dream into reality is getting your student visa approved. Each country has its own visa requirements, and missing even one document can delay or deny your application. To help you stay on track, here’s a country-wise checklist of documents required for a student visa.
Whether you’re applying to the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, or Germany, this guide from Intelligent Overseas Education will help you stay prepared.
🇺🇸 United States – F1 Student Visa
Required Documents:
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Valid passport (must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay)
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Form I-20 (issued by the university)
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DS-160 confirmation page
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Visa appointment confirmation
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SEVIS fee payment receipt
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Recent passport-size photographs (as per US visa guidelines)
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Proof of financial support (bank statements, affidavits, scholarships)
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Academic transcripts and certificates
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English proficiency test score (TOEFL/IELTS)
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Statement of Purpose (SOP)
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Any standardized test scores (GRE, GMAT, SAT, etc.)
🇬🇧 United Kingdom – Tier 4/Student Route Visa
Required Documents:
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Valid passport
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Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from the UK university
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Proof of funds to cover tuition and living expenses
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Tuberculosis (TB) test results (if applicable)
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Academic documents
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English language proficiency (IELTS UKVI)
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Passport-sized photographs
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Visa application form
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Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) payment proof
🇨🇦 Canada – Study Permit
Required Documents:
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Valid passport
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Letter of acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI)
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Proof of funds (bank statements, GIC, etc.)
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Passport-size photographs
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Immigration Medical Examination (IME)
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SOP (Statement of Purpose)
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Police certificate (if required)
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English/French language proficiency test results (IELTS/TOEFL/TEF)
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Completed study permit application form
🇦🇺 Australia – Subclass 500 Student Visa
Required Documents:
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Valid passport
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Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from an Australian university
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Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement
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Proof of funds (tuition, living costs, travel)
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OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover)
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English language test scores (IELTS, PTE, TOEFL)
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Academic and work experience documents
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Passport-size photographs
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Visa application fee payment receipt
🇩🇪 Germany – Student Visa
Required Documents:
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Valid passport
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Letter of admission from a German university
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Proof of financial means (Blocked Account)
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Academic certificates
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Proof of German or English language proficiency
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Visa application form
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Health insurance proof
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Passport photographs (biometric)
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Cover letter explaining the purpose of your visit
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APS certificate (for Indian students from 2022 onwards)
📝 Tips for a Smooth Visa Process
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Apply early: Visa processing can take several weeks to months depending on the country.
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Double-check documents: Ensure all documents are up-to-date and translated into English if required.
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Keep copies: Always carry photocopies and digital backups of your documents.
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Seek expert guidance: Consider professional help to avoid rejections.
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