Checklyst…for everything

Here’s a comprehensive checklist to ensure you’re well-prepared:

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Identify Visa Type

• □ Determine the correct visa category (tourist, business, student, work, transit, etc.)
• □ Verify visa requirements for your nationality
• □ Check application deadlines and processing times
• □ Confirm whether in-person biometrics/interview are required

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□ Gather Required Personal Documents

• □ Valid passport (must meet minimum validity requirements—usually 6+ months)
• □ Passport-size photos (follow country-specific rules)
• □ National ID or driver’s license
• □ Previous visas (if applicable)
• □ Marriage certificate (if applying with spouse)
• □ Birth certificates (for children or dependents)

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□ Prepare Supporting Documents

• □ Completed visa application form (printed or submitted online)
• □ Proof of travel itinerary (flight bookings, dates)
• □ Accommodation details (hotel reservation, invitation letter, lease)
• □ Proof of finances (bank statements, payslips, tax returns)
• □ Employment verification letter OR school enrollment letter
• □ Invitation letter (if visiting someone or for business travel)
• □ Purpose-of-travel letter (optional but helpful)
• □ Travel insurance (if required)

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□ Country-Specific Requirements

• □ Biometrics appointment scheduled
• □ Visa photo requirements checked (size, background, no glasses, etc.)
• □ Police clearance certificate (if required)
• □ Medical exam documents (for work/student visas)
• □ Translations or notarized documents (if needed)
• □ Additional supporting letters requested by embassy/consulate

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□ Complete Payment

• □ Visa fee paid (online or at embassy)
• □ Proof of payment printed or saved
• □ Service center fee (if using VFS, BLS, etc.)

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□ Submit Application

• □ Submit online form (if applicable)
• □ Print confirmation page
• □ Organize all documents in required order
• □ Attend biometric appointment
• □ Attend visa interview (if required)
• □ Keep appointment receipts and tracking numbers

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□ Track Application Status

• □ Save application number
• □ Set reminders to check status
• □ Check embassy or visa center portal regularly
• □ Watch for email/SMS alerts

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□ Receive Visa

• □ Review visa for accuracy (name, dates, visa type, number of entries)
• □ Verify entry conditions (single/multiple entry, permitted duration)
• □ Store visa and documents safely
• □ Print copies of visa for travel (recommended)

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✍️ Extra Notes / Additional Items

(Add your own items as needed.)

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