- International Students & Scholars
The information on this page is meant to be used as general advice in advance of obtaining immigration documents. Please do not use this page as a comprehensive guide to apply for these documents, especially a visa. Always check with the embassy, consulate or immigration office of your host country for specific visa requirements and instructions.
The information on this page is meant to be used as general advice in advance of obtaining immigration documents. Please do not use this page as a comprehensive guide to apply for these documents, especially a visa. Always check with the embassy, consulate or immigration office of your host country for specific visa requirements and instructions.
Passports
Passports are an official identity document issued by your own government. All students must have a passport in order to participate in any Education abroad program, and it must be valid for at least 6 months past the end date of your program of study.
Visas
Many education abroad participants will need to acquire a visa prior to their time abroad. A visa is an immigration document granting approval from the host government to enter and stay in the country for a designated amount of time and for a specific purpose. The visa often comes as a sticker in the passport.
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