Short answer: every country has its own list, but most student visa files include your passport, admission letter, proof of funds, academic documents, English test score and a statement explaining your study plan.
Core documents
- Valid passport (and old passports if requested)
- Offer / admission letter and fee payment receipt
- Academic transcripts, degree certificates (attested/APS where required)
- IELTS / PTE / TOEFL score report
- Financial documents: bank statements, education loan sanction letter, sponsor documents, income proof, source-of-funds evidence
- SOP / study plan, resume, LORs
- Medical and police clearance where required
- Photographs and visa fee payment proof
Common delay reasons
- Unexplained large deposits in the sponsor’s account
- Mismatch of names or dates across documents
- Gaps in studies with no explanation
- Late slot booking
Our visa team prepares a personal checklist and conducts mock interviews. See our visa documentation service.
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Overseas education counsellor at White Glove Education, Hyderabad & Warangal. Helping Indian students with admissions, visas, scholarships and test preparation. About our team.