IMMIGRATION ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES
Each country has their own unique eligibility criteria when it comes to their Visas depending on the type. Regardless of your choice of Visa, we are here to provide relentless support throughout the entire process. Below are a few countries and their Visa requirements that have been popular among our clients.
US B2 VISA
The US B2 visa is the best way for short term visitors to visit the US. It is typically issued for a period of 6 months. In some cases, it is issued as a multiple-entry visa for a period of up to 10 years. Key details of the B2 visa are:
➤ You must be able to persuade US consular officials at a US Embassy/Consulate that they are not visiting the country with an intention to become an immigrant of that country.
➤ You must show reasons and evidence that you would definitely return to your home country.
➤ You must book appointments for giving your biometrics (finger scan) and visa interview.
➤ Children below 14 years and adults above 80 years are not required to visit the Consulate/Embassy for an interview and can submit the documents at the visa application centre.
People who already had a US Visit Visa and now applying for renewal can get the visa renewed by booking the visa appointment at visa application centre and submitting the documents in person.
Typically the visa is processed within 2-3 days and your passport can either be collected from the VAC centre or couriered to you.
REQUIREMENTS FOR USA B2 VISITOR VISA
The documentation required for the B2 visa includes:
✔ Your passport
✔ Proof of funds
✔ Letters supporting your reason of visiting the US
✔ Adequate insurance coverage
✔ Details of who you are staying with and where
✔ Air tickets
✔ Evidence that you will return to your home country
✔ Financial documents
✔ Insurance and other supporting documents
APPLICATION PROCESS FOR THE B-2 VISA
The application process for the B2 visa is as follows:
✔ Submit the Form DS-160
✔ Pay the visa fees
✔ Schedule the tourist visa interview at the US embassy or consulate
✔ Complete the B-2 visa document file
✔ Attend the visa interview
✔ If you have applied for the US tourist visa, you will be required to attend a visa interview where you will be asked questions about the purpose of your trip and your travel plans.
PREPARING FOR THE VISA INTERVIEW
Schedule an appointment for your visa interview in the country where you reside: While your interview may be scheduled at any U.S. Embassy or Consulate, it may be more difficult to obtain a visa outside the country where you live permanently.) Search for your country of residence at USEmbassy.gov to find the nearest embassy or consulate — and its contact details
➤ Check on the wait time: Understand that wait times differ according to the venue, visa category and even season, which is why applying early is crucial.
➤ Pay the visa application fee which is non-refundable
Gather the required documents which include:
✔ Passport valid 6 months after your scheduled departure from the US
✔ Type DS-160 confirmation page for non-immigrant visa application
✔ Receipt of Transaction Fee
✔ One printed photo that satisfies visitor visa requirements
✔ Prepare for the interview by rehearsing answers for frequently asked questions
Visa interviews are generally required of travelers between the ages of 14-79, Typically, interviews are not required of applicants 13 years of age and younger or 80 years of age and older—through consular officers can choose to interview any visa applicant, regardless of age.
WHY STUDY IN CANADA?
Canada is one of the best places for higher studies and the country attracts thousands of students each year from all over the world. Canada universities provide world class education which are recognized globally and research is considered one of the key components of any graduate course. The universities support students who come out with best research ideas and scholarships are provided according to the research work.
Here are also some other reasons to study in Canada:
✔ Affordable Education
✔ Innovative and Abundant Research Opportunities
✔ Immigration Possibilities
✔ Exciting Campus Lifestyle
✔ Healthy and Safe Communities
✔ Work and internship opportunities for international students while they study
SOME OTHER PERTINENT REASONS FOR CHOOSING CANADA INCLUDE:
➤ Numerous research opportunities – Universities here provide research support to students who can provide good research ideas.
➤ Possibility of immigration after completing the course – If a candidate decides to study in Canada, he will gain points in three areas: language, education, and work.
➤ There will be some additional points if they fall under a certain age group. An education in Canada can give valuable points for various immigration streams such as Express Entry or PNP streams.
➤ Vibrant campus atmosphere
➤ International students have the option of working while studying – Canada provides the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) which helps foreign students obtain job experience in Canada after completing their course of study at a designated learning institute (DLI). The PGWP is valid for three years, depending on the study programs duration.
➤ Good internship opportunities
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
✔ Educational Qualification
✔ The minimum eligibility criteria to graduate is you have to score at least 50% from a UGC or AICTE recognized university
✔ Year Back – The graduation degree has to be completed within the stipulated time with no gap year.
Example: B.Com is a 3-year degree. The client should have completed it within 3 years and not more.
Example: Engineering is a 4-year degree. The client should have completed within 4 years and not more.
✔ Backlogs – The client should not have more than 10 backlogs in his/her graduation period.
TOP COURSES:
✔ MBA
✔ MASTERS
✔ B.TECH
✔ DIPLOMA
✔ BACHELORS DEPENDANT
STAY BACK PERIOD IN CANADA AND POST GRADUATION WORK PERMIT:
➤ A student needs to pursue a course for a minimum duration of 8 months to be eligible to stay back in Canada.
➤ Course less than 8 months does not allow a student to stay back or apply for a Post Graduation Work Permit.
➤ For post-graduation work permit a student needs to pursue a course of:
Duration of less than 2 years, then he/she is eligible for a post-graduation work permit of equivalent duration as the course.
Example: 8 months course = 8 months post-graduation work permit.
➤ If the student pursues a 2 year course (masters or diploma), he/she is eligible for a post-graduation work permit of 3 years.
Example: 2 years masters/diploma course is equal to 3 years post-graduation work permit.
COST OF STUDYING IN CANADA:
➤ Tuition fees in Canada universities vary by institution and province, but the cost is generally more affordable when compared to other countries around the world. Technical and medical courses are more expensive than arts courses.
➤ On an average, the tuition and fees range from CAD 7,000 to CAD 35,000 per year for an international student.
Please note that these are merely two example countries with basic eligibility criterias for their most popular visas. Get in touch with one of our experts for a list of comprehensive requirements for your preferred country’s Visa. We can’t wait to speak to you.
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What are my chances of getting a Canadian PR?
This depends on your academic and professional profile. Hop on a call with one of our leading canadian immigration experts to assess yourself and know your chances.
How long do I have to wait before I receive my PR?
After successfuly establishing eligibility and submitting all the requires documents, you can expect to wait between 3 to 9 months.
How much will I be charged for the consultation?
The initial assessment and consultation is completely free and we’ll only charge you once we start fully working with you on obtaining your Visa of Choice. Contact us for pricing.
Is my Visa guaranteed?
Although no individual or agency can guarantee a Visa as it is something which is controlled by the relevant governments, we assure you that we will prepare you in way that will maximize your odds of approval. We take pride in having a very high success rate with our clients.
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Do you assist with education loans?
Yes, we can guide you through the process of applying for education loans and connect you with financial institutions offering student loans.
Will you help me get a slot for consulate interview?
Absolutely! If your country of choice requires an interview, once we start working with you, we will prepare you for the interview in the best possible way and also help you with securing a slot.
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Which country is the best to migrate to?
This entirely depends on your skills and where you wish to move to. However, we understand that some aren’t certain as to where they wish to go and therefore are happy to discuss all options and help make a decision.
What is the best time to apply for a Canadian PR?
Once you are made eligibile, we fastrack the process. We also always suggest that you start at the earliest as Canada is seeing a consistently growing number of applications every year.
Is it easy to move to Canada or Australia?
Although it takes time and effert to gather all the documents and submit them, we promise to certainly make the entire process easy for you.