Student Visa Countries 2026Study Abroad Visa Requirements in 180 Countries, by Region

Fee range USD 40–100. Three-month validity. Requires valid educational documents and enrollment at a recognized university in Afghanistan.

Issued for the 'science and education' purpose category under ordinary entry visas. Students enrolled full-time at Azerbaijani institutions are also eligible for a Temporary Residence Permit. Multi-entry variants valid up to 2 years may be available for long-term study.

Issued by NPRA (Ministry of Interior) to students enrolled at a Bahraini university or institute. Fee BHD 64 (approx USD 170). Processing 1 working day. Applicant must hold a valid entry visa and maintain valid health insurance. Applied for via the bahrain.bh eServices residence-permit form.

Issued for maximum 1 year with multiple entries. Max stay per visit depends on educational institution requirements. Extension up to course tenure obtainable from DIP. Requires invitation/declaration letter from Bangladeshi educational institution and bank guarantee documents. Fees vary by nationality (UK £105 single, USA £146).

Duration corresponds to the length of the approved course. Requires institutional approval from the relevant Bhutanese educational authority. Specific fees not published on official sources.

Governed by the Visa/Entry Permit Guideline for International Students, 2026 (effective 01 May 2026). Not renewed beyond the length of the course of study. Vetting agency depends on the institution: RUB, KGUMSB, Ministry of Education and Skills Development (schools), Dratshang Lhentshog (monastic institutions), or RIM/JSW Law School/Druk Gyalpoi Institute. Distinct from and issued alongside the Student Visa/Entry Permit.

Must be applied through Brunei missions abroad. Requires enrollment confirmation from an institution in Brunei. Terms and conditions apply.

Cambodia has no standalone 'student visa' category. Students enter on a Business (E) visa and extend for study purposes through the Department of Immigration. Requires enrollment documentation from an accredited Cambodian institution. The E visa class covers study as an explicit permitted purpose per the consulate's official classification.

X1 for study programs 180+ days (must convert to residence permit in China); X2 for programs under 180 days. Requires JW201/JW202 form and admission letter from recognized Chinese educational institution.

Governed by EU Directive 2016/801 (Law 7(I)/2019). The education institution submits the entry-permit application; the applicant needs an acceptance letter, proof of sufficient funds, and health insurance. Fees: EUR 70 for entry + residence permit (EUR 140 including ARC). Entry-permit applications examined within 1 month, residence-permit applications within 3 months. Permit valid up to 1 year, renewed yearly until studies are completed. Students may work in approved sectors up to 20 hours/week during term and up to 38 hours/week during class breaks. Master's-level (EQF level 7) or higher graduates may stay up to 12 months after studies to seek work or start a business.

Fee is USD 20 + 2% service fee. Explicitly for study/training durations under 90 days only. For longer-term study, a separate long-stay national visa (D3 Study Visa) is required, obtained through a Georgian embassy/consulate abroad. Processing is 'not less than 5 working days'. Requires supporting documentation from educational institution.

Long-stay study visa applied for at a Georgian diplomatic mission or consular office abroad. This is distinct from the under-90-day 'Study and Training' e-visa: D3 is required for degree programmes and other studies lasting longer than 90 days. Issued with multiple entries and 90-day or 1-year validity/stay; gateway to a study residence permit. Decision made within 30 calendar days (Government Ordinance No. 280).

Processing takes approximately 6 weeks. Stay duration matches program length, max 6 years. Undergraduate+ students may take curriculum-related internships, part-time on-campus work (20 hrs/week max), and unrestricted summer employment (Jun 1-Aug 31). Certain nationalities (Afghanistan, Cuba, DPRK, some others) face restrictions. Forms ID 995A and ID 995B required.

Duration of course + 1 month typically. Issued for the period of the course. Requires bonafide admission letter from a recognized Indian institution. Applied at Indian embassy/consulate or VFS/BLS center.

Bureau of Immigration Student Visa sub-category S-4, for research scholars, visiting research faculty, research on bilateral exchange programmes, members of scientific/anthropological/botanical expeditions and the G-20 Talent Visa. Requires clearance from the concerned Indian ministry/department and institutional affiliation. Applied at an Indian mission; fee is nationality-specific and processing can be long due to prior clearance requirements.

Limited-stay permit (KITAS) for study. Sub-codes: E30A primary/secondary school, E30B higher education, E30F student exchange. Requires sponsorship by the accredited Indonesian educational institution; stay/validity tied to the study programme duration, renewable. Applied online via evisa.imigrasi.go.id. Index E30.

Requires acceptance letter from an approved Iranian university or research institute. Must be applied for at an Iranian embassy or consulate. Renewable annually. Students must register with the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology.

Official 'Study in Iraq' program run by Iraq's Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (launched 2024; 2025-2026 intake is the third round), announced via mofa.gov.iq embassy pages (e.g. mofa.gov.iq/kualalumpur/2025/06/11/study-in-iraq-program/). Offers fully-funded, partially-funded and self-funded places at Iraqi universities, including accommodation and health insurance for accepted international students. Applicants apply online at the official portal, receive admission, then obtain the student entry visa from an Iraqi embassy before travel and complete residency (student residence permit) at the General Directorate of Residency within 30 days of arrival. Visa fee not published on the official portal. Portal is a live .gov.iq government site (blocks automated fetchers with HTTP 403 but is reachable in a browser).

Applicant must have an acceptance letter from a recognized Israeli educational institution. A/2 visa is issued for the duration of the academic program and must be renewed annually. Application made at Israeli embassy or consulate in country of residence. Holder may not work in Israel without separate work authorization.

Requires a CoE from the school. Can work up to 28 hours/week part-time with a work permit. Apply at Japanese embassy/consulate. Consular visa issuance fee JPY 15,000 (single entry) as of July 1, 2026.

Residence status 'Cultural Activities' (文化活動) for non-remunerative cultural/academic activities or study under an expert. No paid work permitted. Requires a CoE. Consular visa issuance fee JPY 15,000 (single entry) as of July 1, 2026.

Must be applied for in advance through the Jordan Ministry of Interior online system or a Jordanian embassy. No on-arrival option available. Requires acceptance letter from a recognized Jordanian university or educational institution. Different extension procedures apply. Students typically must register with local police if staying longer than 14 days.

Category C9 in Kazakhstan's official visa classification. Issued on the basis of a request from the authorised education body or a registered educational institution. Single-entry stay up to 90 days; multiple-entry validity up to 1 year, extendable. Not part of the e-visa scheme; applied for at a Kazakh consulate.

Category B7 in Kazakhstan's official visa classification. Covers practical training and internships (including Astana Hub programmes). Single-entry stay up to 90 days; multiple-entry validity up to 180 days.

Issued by Kuwaiti embassies/consulates (Ministry of Foreign Affairs) to students holding a Student Permit; converted to a study-based residence (iqama) after arrival. Requirements: passport valid at least 2 years, MOFA visa application form, photo, HIV test, health certificate (hepatitis B & C, malaria, filariasis, syphilis, chest X-ray for TB) issued within 3 months, No Criminal Record (FBI for U.S. applicants) and a Student Permit. Fee is USD 175 for U.S. citizens plus USD 25 for police-clearance authentication; fees vary by nationality/consulate. Not offered as an e-visa or visa on arrival. Source: official Kuwait MOFA embassy page (washington.mofa.gov.kw).

Available via e-visa portal. Longer-duration study typically requires in-country extension or a different permit category.

Official category ST-B2 (Student Visa) per the Department of Immigration of Lao PDR, issued to students who come to study, research, collect data or undertake a technical internship in Laos. Requires acceptance letter from a recognized Lao educational institution. Renewable annually through the Department of Immigration. Specific fee and processing details not confirmed from accessible official sources.

Arab students receive a free 3-month student visa upon presenting a valid student card or admission certificate from an accredited Lebanese institution. Non-Arab students follow their nationality's standard tourist/entry visa process then convert to a residency permit. Visa listed as a distinct sub-category under visit visas (post/159). Religious students, volunteers, missionaries, and clergy have a separate sub-category.

Required documents: completed application form, passport bio page copy, financial proof (bank statements), admission letter from a recognized Macau institution, and proof of accommodation. Students are granted Special Authorization to Stay upon arrival and registration with the institution. Stay duration aligned to the academic program.

Governed by Law No. 16/2021 and Administrative Regulation No. 38/2021; administered by the PSP Stay Subdivision. For students admitted to an accredited Macao higher-education institution on programs lasting one scholastic year or longer, applied for when the limit of stay in the original 'Authorization to Stay' granted on entry is not long enough to remain legally until the program ends. Applies to both Mainland and international (other country/region) students. Distinct from the ordinary visitor visa (study purpose) obtained abroad. Official fee and required documents not published in English on the government portal.

Fee: MYR 60. Higher education applicants must apply via EMGS (Education Malaysia Global Services) STARS system or EMGS portal, and must be outside Malaysia when applying. Valid for duration of studies. Post-arrival medical exam required within 7 days for higher education students. University students may work up to 20 hours/week at approved venues (restaurants, petrol stations, hotels, universities) only. Dependants at Master's/PhD level may accompany on Social Visit Pass (MYR 90) but cannot work. Valid passport must have at least 18 months validity and health insurance of at least 12 months coverage is required.

Issued by Maldives Immigration to enrolled international students. Two-stage process: (1) before travel, the sponsoring institution files a Sponsorship Declaration (form IM21) that must be approved before entry; (2) after arrival, the student applies for the Student Visa (form IM23) within 30 days. Approved health and travel insurance (e.g., MVR 800 / approx. USD 52 annually) is mandatory for the visa duration. Applied via the IMUGA portal (imuga.immigration.gov.mv). There is no dedicated public Student Visa page on immigration.gov.mv; the process is documented by The Maldives National University (public university, mnu.edu.mv/international-students). Application fee not published on official pages.

Five sub-categories: E1 (general education), E2 (higher education), E3 (language/culture/vocational), E4 (research/internship at state institutions), E5 (innovation and research). E2-1 and E5-1 variants for family members. Requires acceptance letter from accredited Mongolian institution.

Single-entry Education Visa (USD 50, 90 days). Multiple-entry: 1 year for USD 160 (per official Myanmar Consulate General Los Angeles and Embassy of Myanmar Riyadh fee schedules). Requires acceptance letter from an accredited Myanmar educational institution. Extensions possible with appropriate documentation.

A non-tourist visa issued by the Department of Immigration on the recommendation of the Ministry of Education, for a maximum of 1 year at a time (renewable for the length of study). Fee: USD 20 for stays up to 15 days, USD 40 per month beyond 15 days; teaching/research applicants and their dependents pay USD 50/month. Dependents' visas: children under 10 free, other dependents USD 15/month (for fee-waived students under university MoUs). A minimum bank balance of USD 3,000 per six months (plus USD 2,000 per dependent) is required for academic programs. Applicants typically enter on a tourist visa and convert to a study visa after enrollment.

Requires acceptance by a state-approved institution before a visa application can be submitted. Must be obtained from a DPRK embassy or consulate abroad after Pyongyang approval. Specific duration, fees, and processing times are not published on any accessible official DPRK government source.

Listed as a distinct visa category by the Royal Oman Police. Falls under the 'Resident Sponsored' visa class. Specific fee, duration, and detailed eligibility requirements were not publicly available on official pages at time of research. Managed via the ROP eVisa portal.

Requires prior approval from the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Interior, Government of Pakistan. Must have confirmed admission to a recognized Pakistani institution. Applied through POVS portal. Details page at Consulate General LA was marked 'under construction' as of June 2026.

Conversion fee: PHP 9,720 (approximately USD 170 as of 2014 rates) plus USD 50 for ACR I-Card. Extension fee: PHP 4,020 plus USD 50 for ACR I-Card. Applicant must be enrolled at a Philippine Commission on Higher Education (CHED)-accredited institution. Apply at BI Main Office or authorized regional immigration offices. Duration of stay tied to program enrollment.

Issued by the Bureau of Immigration to foreign students ineligible for the 9(f) Student Visa (e.g., minors below 18, and short-course or non-degree students). Fee approximately PHP 5,240 (about USD 94) plus USD 50 for ACR I-Card; BI fee schedule last updated 2014, verify current rates.

Sponsored by the accredited educational institution, not an employer. Typically issued for one academic year and renewable annually for the duration of the study program. Requires an official admission/enrolment letter, valid passport, medical examination by the Medical Commission, and issuance of a Qatar ID (QID). Applied for online via the Hukoomi e-government portal / MOI e-services. Exact fee not published on the official service page consulted.

Sponsored by the admitting Saudi educational institution. Jointly launched by the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs via the 'Study in Saudi Arabia' platform. On arrival the student is issued a student Iqama (residence permit) valid for the duration of the study programme. Government scholarship students receive full sponsorship (tuition, housing, monthly stipend, medical care and travel allowance).

Apply via SOLAR (Student's Pass Online Application & Registration) system. Fee SGD 30 for in-principle approval + SGD 60 for issuance.

Requires admission letter from a Korean institution. Can work up to 20 hours/week part-time.

D-4-1 covers Korean-language training at a university-affiliated language institute; other sub-types cover trainees at companies or institutions. Distinct from the D-2 degree-seeking student visa. Part-time work allowed only with prior permission. Period of stay up to 2 years.

For technical trainees dispatched to a Korean manufacturing/industrial facility, typically within a foreign-invested or affiliated company. Training-based; distinct from the D-4 general/language trainee status. Being progressively narrowed as employment routes expand.

Annual visa, renewable. Non-university students must show bank encashment receipts of at least USD 1,500 per year per person to prove sufficient funds. Subcategories: university students, approved institution students, volunteers, interns.

Admission letter from a recognized Taiwan university or school required. Must apply for ARC within 30 days of arrival. Stay tied to ARC/enrollment validity.

Enrollment documentation from approved Mandarin language center required. Extensions available through NIA.

For exchange stays of less than six months (longer study is handled by a Resident Visa). Applicant must be enrolled as a full-time exchange student; a school admission permit does not guarantee visa issuance. Standard visitor visa fee applies (single-entry US$50). Exact maximum stay in days not stated verbatim on the official page.

Separate category for overseas Chinese (huaqiao) students, distinct from the general foreign-student resident visa. Resident visa validity 3 months; holder must apply for an Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) within 30 days of arrival, with stay tied to enrollment. Single-entry resident visa fee NT$2,200 / US$66; converting from a visitor visa inside Taiwan adds an NT$800 handling fee.

Classified as category O (sub-types O1 for enrolled students/exchange/degree study and O2 for research, language and specialised graduate courses). Requires visa support letter from the educational institution in Tajikistan. Applied through the official MFA standard-visa system at visa.gov.tj and collected at a Tajik embassy or consulate. Must register with OVIR (Ministry of Internal Affairs) after arrival.

For study/training in Thailand (schools, universities, language schools, vocational and Muay Thai courses). Single-entry 90-day stay, extendable in-country at the Immigration Bureau for the duration of the course. Fee THB 2,000 (~USD 80) single-entry; multiple-entry (1-year validity) also available. Applied online via thaievisa.go.th; requires acceptance letter from the institution and proof of funds.

Duration matches the length of the study period. Extendable in 6-month increments at USD $50. Multiple entries allowed. Requires school declaration, medical certificate, criminal record, proof of accommodation, and proof of financial means.

For study programs at Turkish universities and language schools. Requires official acceptance letter from a registered Turkish educational institution. Applied via the official visa pre-application system (visa.gov.tr) and Turkish embassy/consulate. Upon arrival, student must register with authorities and obtain student residence permit.

Named 'Study Visa' on the Turkmenistan embassy (UK) consular page and listed with code 'ST' on the Turkey embassy and Istanbul consulate visa-requirements pages. Requires a certified Letter of Invitation from the State Migration Service, typically arranged by the host institution. Per-category fee, maximum stay, and validity are not published on any accessible official page; the general duration-based consular schedule and 10-calendar-day standard processing apply.

Issued for one year at a time, renewable on proof of continued study. Sponsored either by a UAE-resident parent or by the accredited university/college. Outstanding students may instead qualify for a long-term Golden visa. Requires a study-duration certificate from the institution and a medical fitness test.

Valid up to 1 year, renewable. Requires acceptance letter and enrollment confirmation from an accredited Uzbekistan educational institution.

For structured exchange programs. Validity aligned with program duration, up to 1 year.

Symbol DH under Article 8, Law 47/2014/QH13. For students and interns at Vietnamese schools, universities, or organizations. Valid up to 12 months (Article 9). Requires an admission/invitation letter from the sponsoring educational institution. Fee per Circular 25/2021/TT-BTC (single-entry USD 25; longer multiple-entry visas cost more).

Requires an acceptance letter from a Yemeni educational institution indicating the nature and duration of study. Application must include valid passport (6+ months), two passport photos, and a doctor's letter confirming no contagious diseases. Embassy in Washington DC handles applications for US-based applicants.

Class C resident permit. Granted for one (1) year at a time (or the remaining known duration of studies) and is always temporary. Requirements: school acceptance letter, school report (after one year of attendance), proof of accommodation, a notarised sponsorship letter, a letter of financial support, passport, police certificate of character, health certificate and proof of insurance. Students are NOT permitted to work while holding this status. It cannot be converted to a Class A permanent residence permit while the purpose of stay remains study; after 4 continuous years, or on marriage to a citizen, other residence grounds may apply.

Covers full-time students, international mobility students, cultural exchange volunteers, exchange program participants, interns, and scholarship holders per Directive 2802/2023. Valid up to 12 months (2 years for official education system). Requires PRECARGA / RENURE registration from Argentine educational institution, apostilled police clearance (for stays over 6 months if applicant is over 16), university acceptance letter, and proof of financial means. Application recommended at least 45 days before travel. Consular interview required after documentation approval.

Category 23J under Argentine immigration law. Fee is USD 250 (USD 150 base + USD 100 supplemental). Requires university acceptance letter with syllabus, academic certificates, PRECARGA from university, 6 months bank statements, sponsor details with income tax returns (3 years), and travel insurance covering full stay. Stay duration as per Entry Permit. Multiple entry.

Annual permit fee BSD $300 for full-time students/trainees per the Immigration Fee Scale. Processing fee BSD $200 non-refundable. Processing time 8-12 weeks after complete submission. Applicants should not be in the Bahamas during processing. Requirements include: letter of request to Director of Immigration, completed notarized Form 1, medical certificate (within 30 days), police certificate (within 6 months covering 5 years), two passport photos, valid passport copy, sponsor passport copy, two character references, financial reference, annual permit questionnaire, and school enrollment documentation. Renewal available.

Student visas are listed as a distinct category on the Barbados Immigration Department's services page. Applicants must provide a letter of enrollment from the educational institution. Entry visa applicants studying in Barbados must submit their school enrollment letter with their Form J application. Specific fee schedule is managed through the immigration portal at apps.immigration.gov.bb.

Fees in BZD: all nationalities (except below) BZD $200 (~USD $100) per school year/semester; India, Nepal, Thailand, Burma, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka nationals BZD $750; China nationals BZD $3,000. Validity: one school year for primary/secondary students; one semester for tertiary students. Processed on submission - Student Permit sticker placed in passport at time of application. Requires institutional letter, financial support letter, two passport photos, birth certificate, parent/guardian authority letter, sponsor's bank statement, and return ticket (tertiary extra-regional students only). Fees effective May 1, 2020.

Entry visa to be obtained before traveling; upon arrival applicant applies for Student Permit. Visa fee same structure as tourist/employment visa (BZD $200 / $750 / $3,000 depending on nationality). Must be at primary, secondary, or tertiary level institution in Belize.

Fee US$50 for regular students and exchange without a state agreement; free under a state exchange agreement (arancel consular). Valid up to 60 days, which enables the student to apply for a 1-year temporary residence (permanencia temporal) at DIGEMIG, renewable until studies are completed.

For enrollment in Brazilian public or private educational institution (courses lasting more than 90 days; shorter study uses the VIVIS visitor visa). Valid for course duration. Requires enrollment confirmation letter. VITEM IV code. Applied at Brazilian embassy/consulate. After completing study, must leave or obtain different authorization to remain.

Requires acceptance letter from a DLI. Fee is CAD 150. Students can work up to 20 hours/week off-campus.

Holders may engage in lawful paid activities for up to 30 hours per week without additional authorization. Requires proof of enrollment and financial means. Extension requires proof of continued enrollment and financial capacity. Application must be made from outside Chile via SERMIG digital portal.

Part of V (Visitor) category under Resolución 5477 de 2022. Valid up to 2 years or for the duration of the academic program. Must maintain enrollment at a Colombian institution. Electronic visa with no passport stamp.

Special migratory category under Ley 8764. Requires admission/enrollment and sponsorship by an educational institution accredited with the DGME, plus proof of economic solvency and a criminal record certificate. Students may NOT perform paid work in Costa Rica. Related DGME sub-procedures include Especial Estudiante, Especial Docente, Temporal Pasante (intern), Especial Voluntario, and Especial Investigador. Filed via the DGME Trámite Ya platform or through the accredited institution.

Requires an official enrollment letter from an accredited Cuban educational institution. Cuba historically accepts international students on scholarship programs (Latin American School of Medicine - ELAM is a well-known example). Visa validity generally aligns with the duration of the academic program. Holders of student visas must register with immigration authorities upon arrival.

Dedicated Student Visa Application Form published by the Ministry of National Security (Immigration Division) under its Visas forms category. Applicants generally provide an acceptance/enrolment letter from a recognized institution, proof of sufficient funds, and evidence that course fees are paid. Nationals already eligible for visa-free entry (e.g. Commonwealth, CARICOM, US) may enter without a visa and regularize student status locally. Fee, validity, and processing time are not published on the official form page.

Valid 1 year with multiple entries. Covers university enrollment, religious studies, and internships. Proof of enrollment from an accredited Dominican institution required.

Fee is USD 50 application + USD 80 issuance (USD 130 total; 50% discount for applicants 65+, 100% exemption for persons with 30%+ disability). Valid up to 2 years, matching the study/internship duration, renewable. Requires an enrollment/admission certificate from an officially accredited Ecuadorian institution, apostilled criminal-background certificate, and proof of lawful means of subsistence (Acuerdo Ministerial No. 70, 2024). Applied online via the eVISAS portal.

Form F10 for initial; Form F27 for renewal. Requires enrollment documentation from a Salvadoran educational institution. Fees and specific duration not published on official page. Renewable as long as studies continue.

Student residency falls under the temporary residency framework of Acuerdo IGM-016-2025 (Reglamento de Residencias Guatemaltecas), Article 75(c) of Código de Migración (Decreto 44-2016). Requires enrollment proof from a recognized Guatemalan educational institution, valid passport, police clearance, and economic solvency. Annual renewal required. Fee (Tarifario de Extranjería, Acuerdo IGM-029-2023): residencia temporal para estudiantes USD 100 per year, plus USD 25 application-intake fee.

Multiple-entry, valid 3 years (EUR 130 at Belgian embassy). Requires Student Acceptance Letter from an accredited institution. Online applications also accepted via eservices.iss.gov.gy. Extensions available through the ISS eServices portal.

Applied for online via the ISS eServices portal (Ministry of Home Affairs) - page verified live 2026-07. Complements the Student Visa. Required documents: letter requesting landing permit for student status, passport bio-data page, birth certificate, evidence of financial support for studies, certificate of character, police clearance, and medical report. Fee and validity not published on the official portal.

Issued as an INM 'Permiso Especial de Permanencia' under the category 'Extranjeros Estudiantes' (foreign students). Required for any foreign national studying at an accredited institution in Honduras. Per the Colombia embassy page, student permit (visa de estudios) applications must be processed directly in Honduras through the Instituto Nacional de Migración (INM). General requirements include a legal representative/power of attorney, migratory-movement certification, criminal-record and medical certificates. Specific fees must be confirmed with INM directly (inm.gob.hn, callcenter@inm.gob.hn).

Extension of stay fee is JMD 10,000. Processing takes 3 working days in Kingston (25 Constant Spring Road) or 7 working days in Montego Bay. Students may also qualify for Unconditional Landing if they have Jamaican descent or CARICOM CSME status.

Applied for at a Jamaican embassy/consulate using Visa Application Form J before travel; not available online or on arrival. Students with a confirmed acceptance letter are landed for one (1) year on each entry; those whose enrolment is still being processed initially receive a two-month landing, extendable to 12 months once the acceptance letter is provided. Requires a return ticket valid for one year and proof of adequate funds. Consular/administrative fee US$20 plus the nationality-based visa fee at the NY consulate. Students over 16 staying 6+ months must register with PICA.

Issued for stays exceeding 180 days and up to 4 years (annual renewals). Requires acceptance letter from a Mexican educational institution. Holder must apply for a Temporary Resident Card (Tarjeta de Residente Temporal) at INM within 30 days of arrival. Short-term study programs of up to 180 days may use the non-lucrative visitor visa instead.

Under Ley 761, students enrolled in accredited Nicaraguan universities or schools may apply for temporary residency. Required documents include: acceptance letter from recognized Nicaraguan educational institution, proof of financial support, police clearance (apostilled), medical certificate, birth certificate (apostilled). Application submitted to DGME. Renewable annually for duration of studies. Work is generally not permitted on student status.

Official SNM temporary-resident student permit checklist ('Temporal por Razones de Educación'). Covers standard students as well as exchange program participants and Fulbright scholarship recipients. Permit is tied to enrollment in the educational institution. Specific fees and processing times available via downloadable PDFs on migracion.gob.pa. Executive Decree 3 of February 6, 2026 created a permanent residency pathway for students after completing their studies.

Paraguay has no separate stand-alone 'student visa'; students regularise their stay through Temporary Residency under Migration Law N°6984/2022, valid up to 2 years and renewable. Students demonstrate their basis by presenting a study certificate stating they are a regular student, issued by the faculty, plus proof of payment of tuition/monthly fees (per official migraciones.gov.py requirements). Documents in foreign languages must be translated to Spanish by a certified public translator.

Applicant must have an acceptance letter from a Peruvian educational institution recognized by the Ministry of Education (MINEDU) or equivalent. Cannot be used for tourist-style language courses under 30 days (those fall under tourist category). Renewable annually for the duration of studies. Path to permanent residency after 2 consecutive years of continuous residence. Governed by DL 1350 and DS 007-2017-IN.

Fee is US$150 (versus US$100 for a visitor visa); non-refundable if the application is refused. Per the Embassy DC FAQ, a student visa must be applied for through the university/institution of interest, and an applicant already in the country on a visitor visa cannot convert it to a student visa in-country - they must leave the Federation and apply for the student visa from outside. Processing approximately two weeks; visa emailed upon approval. Apply via the official e-visa portal (evisa.stkittsnevisonline.com, also reachable through the evisa.gov.kn redirect). Specific validity/duration not stated in official sources. Sources: Embassy DC FAQ (embassydc.gov.kn); MOFA passport-and-visa-services (mofa.gov.kn).

Fee varies by application location: US$25 (USA), CD$25 (Canada), £30 (UK), US$40 (rest of world or applied in Saint Lucia). EC$125 if applied within Saint Lucia. Expedited 1-day processing available for additional fee. Apply at least 2 weeks before travel. Required documents: 2 certified passport-size photographs, valid passport (min. 6-month validity), proof of enrollment or acceptance letter from Saint Lucia educational institution, accommodation proof.

Fee is EC$200 (approximately USD 74 at 2.7 EC per USD). The official MFA visas page explicitly lists 'Student' as a distinct visa category. Specific processing times, duration, and additional requirements for student visas are not published on official online sources as of June 2026. Applicants should contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Consular Section at (784) 456-2060 or office.foreignaffairs@mail.gov.vc.

Study stays over 90 days require an Authorization for Temporary Stay (MKV) obtained from a Surinamese embassy/consulate before travel, followed by a study residence permit issued after arrival (registered at the Aliens' Affairs Department, Ministry of Justice and Police). Requires a letter of acceptance from a recognised institution, proof of sufficient funds, health insurance and a police certificate of good conduct. Typically issued for one year and renewable for the duration of the programme. Apply at least three months before the course start date. The residence permit fee is USD 150 or SRD equivalent (per gov.sr Justice: https://gov.sr/ministeries/ministerie-van-justitie-en-politie/verblijfsvergunningen/).

Fee: 200 TTD (approx. USD 29) for CARICOM nationals; 400 TTD (approx. USD 59) for non-CARICOM nationals. Application via the eStudentPermit portal at estudentpermit.ttservices.online. Passport must be valid for at least 1 year. Digital passport photo and supporting documents required. Registered full-time students at the University of the West Indies St Augustine Campus are exempt. Renewals require an Assessment Form. Contact: immigration.studentpermits@gov.tt.

Available to CARICOM nationals in 12 approved skill categories: University Graduates, Artistes, Musicians, Media Workers, Sportspersons, Nurses, Teachers, Artisans, Associate Degree Holders, Domestic Workers, Agricultural Workers, and Private Security Officers. Processing time is 5–6 weeks minimum. Provides indefinite stay subject to immigration requirements. Not a visa per se but a rights instrument under Article 46 of the Revised Treaty of Chaguaramas.

Duration of Status (D/S) - valid for the duration of your academic program. Requires I-20 from school and SEVIS fee.

Duration of Status. Requires DS-2019 from a designated exchange program sponsor.

Requires Form I-20 from an SEVP-approved school plus the SEVIS fee. Admitted for Duration of Status covering the vocational program, generally up to 1 year. Distinct from the academic F-1 visa.

Duration regulated by temporary residency terms (minimum 6 months, maximum 2 years, renewable). Must process temporary residency within 30 days of entry. Proof of enrollment and financial support required. Applied for at Uruguayan consulates. Governed by Decree 356/018 and Migration Law 18.250 Art. 34.

Valid 1 year, multiple entries, with an equal permitted period of stay. Extensions are requested from the Ministry of Interior, Justice and Peace at least two months in advance. Requires proof of enrollment at a Venezuelan educational institution. Must be applied for at a Venezuelan embassy or consulate; consular fee confirmed at the relevant mission.

Distinct official category per the Algerian MFA (previously merged with 'medical' in this dataset). Requires a certificate of registration in a public or private educational establishment approved by the Algerian State, a scholarship certificate issued by Algerian or home-country authorities, or proof of the means to pay for studies and stay. Must apply at an Algerian embassy/consulate before travel; no e-visa. Chancery fee varies by nationality under the principle of reciprocity. General framework: validity 90/180 days, 1 year or 2 years; max stay 90 days per entry; longer study stays are continued in-country via a residence permit.

Must be used within 60 days of issuance. Maximum stay of 1 year (365 days), renewable for equal periods until studies conclude. Multiple entries permitted. Study visa extensions can be processed at the SME portal (sme.gov.ao/ao/catalogo/actos/). No paid employment permitted except internship activities directly related to the course.

For study or training; stay up to 12 months, renewable for the same duration. Fees in EUR: 1 month (€70 / 45,916 FCFA), 3 months (€90 / 59,036 FCFA), 6 months (€120 / 78,715 FCFA), 1 year (€180 / 118,072 FCFA); bi-national rates 3 months €20, 6 months €45, 1 year €75. DEI-issued long-stay visa (service PS00407 'Visa résident long séjour'); a written request to the DEI director is required first, then apply and pay online at service-public.bj and complete enrolment in person at DEI Cotonou. Estimated processing 3-7 days. Legal basis: Loi N° 2025-15 of 2 July 2025 and Décret N° 2026-049 of 4 March 2026.

The Study Visa is the entry visa; a separate Study/Research Permit is a prerequisite to study. Required documents include a letter of acceptance from the educational institution, the study/research permit, and proof of sponsorship. Fee not published on the gov.bw page; processing 7-14 working days.

12 months validity. Free for EAC member country students. Issued at CGM. DRC students (also CEPGL members) pay $25 USD and visa expires December 31st of the year.

Listed as a distinct category on the official CGM application portal: $25 USD, annual, multiple entry. DRC is a CEPGL (Great Lakes) member; unlike the free EAC study visa, DRC students pay $25 and the visa expires on December 31st of the year of issue.

Sub-category of the Visto de Residência. Applies to study programs lasting over one year. Grants a 6-month stay extendable pending residence permit decision. Application via portalconsular.mnec.gov.cv.

Applied online via evisacam.cm portal (MINREX). Fee XAF 150,000 normal per diplocam.cm (confirmed 2026-06-29). Long-term trainees and students are listed as a category under the long-stay visa scheme per Decree No. 2023/147 of 02 March 2023.

Applied online via evisacam.cm portal (MINREX). Long-term trainees/interns are an explicit long-stay category under Decree No. 2023/147 of 02 March 2023, requiring an internship certificate signed by the relevant authority (confirmed on the official Cameroon Embassy Japan page, cameroonemb-jp.org). 'Internship' and 'Training' are listed among the recognized long-stay purposes on the evisacam.cm portal. Fee XAF 150,000 normal / XAF 200,000 express per diplocam.cm.

Listed as a distinct purpose ('Visa d'études ou de recherches') on Côte d'Ivoire embassy visa pages. Requires a certificate of enrolment (certificat de scolarité/inscription), academic records, proof of accommodation, proof of financial means and health insurance. Biometric visa fee 50 EUR dossier (about 58 EUR total). Short-stay biometric visa validity is 1–3 months; for a long stay (long séjour, up to 1 year) students apply through a Côte d'Ivoire embassy/consulate or the competent ministry, then obtain a Carte de Résident (student category) from ONECI in-country.

Studies subtype of the Establishment Visa (Visa d'Établissement). One of five official subtypes noted on the DRC Embassy USA website.

Study entry visa obtained from an Egyptian embassy/consulate on the basis of an official admission/enrolment letter, then converted to a Study Residence Permit (Iqama) at the Passport & Immigration Administration within 30 days of arrival. Permit is granted for the duration of study and renewed annually with an updated enrolment letter. Study in Egypt (study-in-egypt.gov.eg) is the official government admissions portal under the Ministry of Higher Education.

Requires acceptance/enrollment letter from Eritrean school and proof of financial support. Additional $23 in fees ($13 photo printing + $10 service fee) at US embassy.

Requires Application Form 10, two passport photos, letter from school/institution, Ministry of Education support letter, police clearance (for applicants aged 18 and over), medical certificate, and passport copy. A student eVisa may also be available via evisa.gov.sz (referenced in navigation but no further details found on the official portal).

One of the four eVisa categories (tourist, business, student, transit) offered via the Ministry of Home Affairs portal evisa.gov.sz. Single entry, valid 90 days from issuance, stay up to 30 days. For study periods beyond the eVisa stay, a Student Pass / Temporary Residence Permit must be obtained from the Ministry of Home Affairs. Fee schedule not publicly published on the official portal.

Requires acceptance letter from an accredited Ethiopian educational institution, proof of tuition payment or scholarship, and proof of sufficient financial means. Specific fee not published - contact info@ics.gov.et or call 8133. Apply well in advance of intended travel.

Single entry, 30-day. Cannot be extended. This is the online e-visa student visa issued via evisa.gov.et (distinct from the ICS student-visa application service). Passport must be valid 6+ months from the intended entry date.

Students enter on a short-stay visa with proof of enrolment and must apply to DGDI within one month of arrival for a student residence card. No dedicated student e-visa category exists on the evisa.dgdi.ga portal. The MFA short-stay visa page lists 'études' as a supported purpose under the short-stay visa application.

gid.gov.gm/residential-permit/ states Resident Permit A is issued to applicants who intend to reside without gainful employment, 'usually issued to foreign student residing in the Gambia, retirees, individuals on short business visit or mission.' The Gambia has no separate 'student visa' - foreign students reside under Permit A. Official fee: D5,700 for non-ECOWAS (~$78 USD, includes the D2,500 Alien Card) or D3,100 for ECOWAS (~$42). Non-ECOWAS applicants must reside 56 days after admission before issuance. Biometric card, renewed annually.

Requires letter from educational institution, admission letter, school fees payment receipts, two passport-sized photos, and passport. Resident fee range GH¢129–259 (approx USD 12–24 at GH¢11=$1 rate per GIS fees page). Duration matches length of study. Application lodged with Ghana Immigration Service.

Confirmed as a required visa category by the Government of Canada travel advisory. Specific fee, validity, and processing details not found on any accessible official Guinea-Bissau government source. Must be obtained via a Guinea-Bissau embassy before travel (nearest operational missions: Paris, Dakar, Lisbon). Yellow fever certificate mandatory.

Issued to a foreigner accepted or admitted to a recognised Kenyan academic or training institution. Official fee USD 100 per year for non-EAC nationals; gratis for East African Community citizens. Applied online via the eFNS portal (fns.immigration.go.ke). Minors require parental consent; refugees require Department of Refugee Services clearance. Fee corrected from prior USD 50 to the official USD 100/year on 2026-07 re-validation; official_url updated from the retired eCitizen link.

Authorisation to enter and remain in Kenya to undertake an internship or academic research. Researchers require NACOSTI clearance and institutional sponsorship. Official fee KES 15,000 per year (~USD 115) for non-EAC nationals; gratis for EAC citizens. Applied online via the eFNS portal (fns.immigration.go.ke).

Valid for up to 4 years per official immigration page. Processed at the Residence Permit Facilitation Centre in Maseru. Specific eligibility requirements, supporting documents, and fees not published on official pages.

Initial visa validity is 1 month. Must be obtained from a consulate before arrival - cannot be issued on arrival. Once in Madagascar, the holder must apply for conversion to a Long Stay Visa at the Ministry of Interior within 1 month of arrival. Listed explicitly as a long-stay transformable visa category by Madagascar Embassy Paris.

Study is listed as a purpose of travel on evisa.gov.mw. The initial entry visa allows 90 days; students intending to stay longer must obtain a Temporary Residence Permit or Student Permit via epermit.gov.mw. Fee USD 50 (single entry). Processing within 3 working days.

Official Department of Immigration permit, distinct from the short-stay single-entry Study visa: 'a permit which allows person to enter Malawi and study at an approved Educational Institution.' Eligibility: any foreign national who intends to study in Malawi or conduct educational research. Renewal applications must be submitted 3 months before expiry. Apply online via epermit.gov.mw. Validity period and fee amounts are not published on the official page.

Foreign students are admitted on the general long-stay visa (visa de long sejour); Mali does not publish a separately named student visa instrument. An admission/enrolment letter from an accredited Malian institution (e.g. University of Bamako, Ecole Polytechnique) is the central supporting document. The long-stay visa tariff applies (see un.int/mali: up to USD 370 for a 1-year multiple-entry visa); a distinct student fee is not separately published. After arrival, students obtain a residence card (carte de sejour) from the Direction Nationale de la Police. Apply online via the Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal.

No separate student visa category is published on any official Mauritanian government source. Students must apply for the general long-stay e-visa at anrpts.gov.mr. No student-specific fee reduction or processing distinction is documented.

Eligible for certificate/diploma (minimum 1 academic year), undergraduate, postgraduate, postdoctoral, and exchange program students (up to 1 year). Application must be submitted by the educational institution, not the student directly. Requires letter of admission, proof of financial capacity, accommodation proof, and medical certificate (including HIV/Hepatitis B tests and chest X-ray). Tourists cannot convert their status to student. Duration varies by program. Renewal requires attendance records and continued enrollment proof. Free of charge.

Maximum duration of six (6) months, extendable once for an additional three (3) months. The placement/training must be full-time and confirmed by the accepting local firm or company. Governed by the official Guidelines for Application of Residence Permit for Internship/Placement of Non-Citizens in Mauritius (PDF linked from the PIO page). Applied for using the 'Application to Enter Mauritius' form.

Long-stay visa (visa de long séjour - étudiant). Requires university or school acceptance letter, proof of financial means for the duration of study, and accommodation proof. After arrival, holders must register for a residence permit (Certificat d'Immatriculation).

One of the ordinary visa purposes officially listed by the Moroccan consular services. Requires an original copy of the internship/training agreement signed by the host organisation. Issued as a short-stay visa (up to 90 days) or, for placements exceeding three months, as a long-stay visa after which the holder must obtain a registration card (Certificat d'Immatriculation) from the DGSN. Applied for at a Moroccan embassy or consulate. Official fees not published on accessible official sources.

One of the ordinary visa purposes officially listed by the Moroccan consular services. Requires a hosting agreement signed with an approved Moroccan research organisation. Issued as a short-stay visa (up to 90 days) or, for stays exceeding three months, as a long-stay visa after which the holder must obtain a registration card (Certificat d'Immatriculation) from the DGSN. Applied for at a Moroccan embassy or consulate. Official fees not published on accessible official sources.

Single entry only; issued at a Mozambican embassy/consulate - Student is not offered as an eVisa category on the evisa.gov.mz portal. Requirements: letter of acceptance from the Mozambican school/university certified by the Ministry of Education, medical certificate, police clearance record, and proof of funds and accommodation. Entry visa is intended to be converted to a longer study/residence authorization after arrival for the course duration. Fee varies by mission (Embassy of Mozambique in Japan lists JPY 10,420, approximately USD 70, for single entry); other missions charge from approximately USD 220 for single-entry consular visas. Urgent processing available at higher fees.

Fee: NAD 1,600/year for primary/secondary school; NAD 2,200/year for tertiary education. Renewable per academic year. Requires proof of acceptance/registration with a Namibian institution, sponsor undertaking, proof of financial support, police clearance (for applicants 18+), medical and radiological reports, and two passport photographs.

Available through Embassy of Niger. Fee is USD 155 via money order. Requires proof of admission issued by a Niger educational institution. Duration of stay and validity not specified by the Embassy. Not available through the e-visa portal.

Per the Embassy of Niger in France: a 'visa de long sejour temporaire' valid for three to six months, issued for short studies or an internship (stage). Allow about 1 month between application and departure. Chancellery fees are set by each Niger diplomatic mission. Not available through the e-visa portal.

Temporary Residence Visa (TRV). Initially issued for 1 year; renewable annually for the duration of the academic program. Requires acceptance letter from a recognized Nigerian institution.

No separate student entry visa is issued abroad. Per the official Congolese embassy (ambacongo-us.org), students on exchange programs and researchers enter on a tourist visa and then change their status at the nearest Office of Immigration in Congo, obtaining an ordinary resident's card (carte de séjour) on the basis of a school/university enrollment certificate. Resident's card fees: 1 year 106,000 FCFA (~USD 176), 3 years 206,000 FCFA (~USD 343), 5 years 106,000 FCFA (~USD 176), issued by the Direction Départementale de la Surveillance du Territoire. Sources: API-Congo (.cg) and Ministry of Foreign Affairs (diplobrazza.net).

Commences from the date of study completion. Established under Investment Promotion and Facilitation Law No. 006/2021. Detailed in RRA Investment Incentives document (August 2023), Section XVII. No dedicated application portal found on migration.gov.rw or irembo.gov.rw as of June 2026.

Fee: 20,000 RWF (approx USD 14). Valid 1 year, renewable. Requires a travel document valid 6+ months, a school recommendation/admission letter, a sponsorship letter and police clearance (applicants aged 18+).

Fee: 50,000 RWF (approx USD 35). Valid 1 year, renewable. Requires a university recommendation, internship/training agreement, CV, academic transcript and police clearance (18+).

Fee: 150,000 RWF (approx USD 105). Valid up to 2 years, renewable. Requires certified academic certificates, a research permit from the competent Rwandan authority, police clearance (last 6 months), CV and a recommendation.

Legal basis: Artigo 38.º, Lei 5/2008; eCidadão residence category 'Estudo, Intercâmbio de Estudantes e Estágio Profissional' (also covers voluntariado/volunteering). Residence visa valid for two entries and 2 months' stay to obtain the residence certificate. Requires proof of enrolment/acceptance, criminal-record certificate, proof of housing and means of subsistence (min. €100/day). Fees not published online; paid at border or by bank transfer to SMF's BISTP account.

Same carte d'identité d'étranger issued by the Ministry of the Interior (DPETV), granted on the basis of study. In addition to the common residence-permit file it requires a school/university enrollment certificate (certificat d'inscription) and, for sponsored students, a sponsorship/scholarship confirmation from the student's embassy. Same 15,000 FCFA fiscal stamp and repatriation bond apply. Card valid 5 years, renewable; a 6-month récépissé is issued while the card is produced.

Valid for one year or part thereof. Fees: SCR 1,000 processing fee + SCR 1,500 permit fee for one year. Required documents: completed application form, documentary proof of acceptance from the educational institution, evidence of financial means, passport bio-data copy, two recent passport photographs, full birth certificate (with translation if necessary), proof of accommodation (may be requested). Eligible for dependants of permit-holders in Seychelles who are aged 18+ and continuing studies. Employment not permitted under this permit.

Named as one of the categories in Sierra Leone's Unified Permit system. Applications and renewals must be submitted online via unifiedpermit.gov.sl as of January 1, 2026. Specific fee amounts, duration, and eligibility requirements are not published on publicly accessible pages of the unified permit portal.

One of seven visa categories issued by Somalia's Immigration Directorate. Specific conditions, fees, and processing times not published on official sources as of research date.

Valid for the duration of the course. Holder may work up to 20 hours per week. Must have medical cover with a registered South African medical scheme. Governed by Section 18 of the Immigration Act 2002.

Valid for up to 12 months. Non-renewable and non-extendable. Applicant must be under 25 years of age. Governed by Section 18 of the Immigration Act 2002.

Requires letter from the institution detailing course name and duration, open return ticket. Fee confirmed from official immigration fee page.

Multiple entry, up to 2 years validity. Fee confirmed from official immigration fee page.

Research-specific student visa, 6-month cap. Fee confirmed from official immigration fee page.

PhD-level student visa, up to 2 years. Highest fee tier in the student visa category. Fee confirmed from official immigration fee page.

Subcategory of the Immigration Visa. Fee: 65,000 XOF (~$108 USD) for 31–90 days multiple entry. Applicants must also obtain a Togolese residence permit (carte de séjour étudiant: 1-year at 100,000 XOF, 3-year at 250,000 XOF) to remain long-term. Applied online via voyage.gouv.tg.

Granted for 3, 6, or 12 months (validity varies by tier selected). Flat fee of USD 100 payable at the point of application regardless of the period granted; East African Community nationals are exempted from this fee. Holders of a valid Student Pass do not require a visa to re-enter Uganda while the pass is valid.

Renewable for the duration of studies. Requires letter of acceptance from institution, medical report from a Zambian government facility, sponsor letter, and proof of sponsor's financial status. Holders cannot engage in paid work. Issuance fee: 9,090 ZMW; Renewal: 12,120 ZMW.

For students accepted into a higher/tertiary programme at a Zimbabwean institution. Statutory non-refundable fee USD 200 plus USD 300 per dependant; extension same (confirmed on zimimmigration.gov.zw/?page_id=6980 Permits page and requirements page ?p=7277, re-verified July 2026). Requires completed I.F.5 form, acceptance letter from the institution, Ministry of Education clearance, passport bio-data page, police clearance, and radiological certificate. Applications via epermits.zimimmigration.gov.zw.

Covers pre-tertiary (primary/secondary) school attendance and is listed separately from the Student Permit. Statutory non-refundable fee USD 100; extension USD 100 (confirmed on zimimmigration.gov.zw/?page_id=6980 Permits page and requirements page ?p=7272, re-verified July 2026). Requires acceptance from the school, Ministry of Education clearance, and (for minors) a local guardian affidavit. Applications via epermits.zimimmigration.gov.zw.

Requires a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from a CRICOS-registered institution. Can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while course is in session. Base visa application charge is AUD 2,500 from 1 July 2026 (was AUD 2,000 from 1 July 2025, AUD 1,600 from 1 July 2024).

For recent international graduates. Post-Vocational Education Work stream and Post-Higher Education Work stream (plus a Second Post-Higher Education Work stream). Stay length varies by qualification (roughly 18 months to several years). Base charge AUD 5,750 from 1 July 2026 (up from AUD 4,600).

Fee is FJD 321.00 for both new and extension applications; additional bond fees apply after approval. Standard processing is 21 working days. Requires acceptance letter for current academic year, proof of financial support or scholarship documentation, medical report (under 3 months old), and local guardian/sponsor letter. Local police report required if applicant is over 18 and has studied 12+ months in Fiji. Extensions must be lodged 1 month before expiry. Apply via ImmiHub portal. URL updated 2026-07 to the dedicated student-permit-application page.

Fee is FJD 321.00 for both new and extension applications. Standard processing 21 working days. Apply via ImmiHub portal. URL and fee updated 2026-07 from the dedicated internship/training-attachment page (previously pointed to the site homepage).

Applies only to courses longer than 3 months (shorter study uses a Visitor Visa). Applicants must show an acceptable standard of health and good character. Fees not published; contact visaofficer@mfa.gov.ki. Governed by the Kiribati Immigration Act 2019. official_url verified as the live Student Visa application form (HTTP 200) 2026-07.

S1 is the student visa category listed on the official RMI Division of Immigration applications and enrollment pages for 'studying at a school or academic institution'. The enrollment page states the Student VISA (S-1) is valid for up to 1 year (validity_days=365). Specific fees and processing timelines are not published online. Requires acceptance letter from a recognised institution in the Marshall Islands. Extensions, change of status, and employment are subject to separate approval.

Established under FSM Code Title 50 sec. 103(3): issued for a specified duration reflecting the student's enrollment in a school or educational program. Capped at one year with provision for renewal (sec. 104(1)); fee by presidential executive order (sec. 112). Legal basis: https://www.fsmlaw.org/fsm/code/title50/T50_Ch01.htm

Requires an offer of place from an approved provider; student pays international tuition. Valid up to 4 years. Fee from NZD 850; processing 80% within 9.5 weeks. Paper applications no longer accepted.

Maximum 1-year validity. No fee. Requires full-time enrollment at an accredited school and school-maintained (on-campus) housing. Advance application required at the Division of Immigration.

Student Visa class. Applications are submitted manually (not online). Extension fee USD 75; late extension USD 380. Requires undertaking/sponsor letter, acceptance letter from school Registrar, duly completed and signed application form, passport bio page, and prescribed fee.

Student Visa class. Applications are submitted manually (not online). Extension fee USD 75; late extension USD 380. Visa consideration: non-extendable, valid 6 months to 1 year. Requires undertaking/sponsor letter, completed and signed application form, passport bio page, and prescribed fee.

One of the six Temporary Resident Permit categories under the Immigration Act 2020 (administered by MPMC Immigration Division). Requires the MPMC100 application form, a letter of acceptance from the local counterpart in Samoa, a confirmation-of-enrolment letter from the university/institution, and evidence of sufficient funds. Medical (MPMC102) and police (MPMC103) reports are required for stays exceeding one year. Students may work part-time if authorised on the permit. Applications should be lodged at least 4 weeks before travel; fees are set by the MPMC fee schedule.

Extendable. Requires confirmation letter from accredited institution. Dependents of students may be issued a separate student dependent visa under the same category at the same fee.

Issued for up to one year, renewable. Requires written acceptance from educational institution, proof of tuition payment, sponsor financial support documentation, and a signed declaration from the principal of previous school. Processing approximately one month.

Issued under Regulation 3(1)(c) of Immigration Regulations CAP 24.15.1. Fee: AUD $300 for principal applicant + AUD $150 per dependent. Study on a standard Visitors Permit is explicitly prohibited; this permit is required for any period of study. Extendable up to 3 times in any 5-year period.

Fee 2,880 VUV (for applicants under 18; fees for adults not stated on portal page). Requires Student Visa Application Form, valid passport, evidence of enrollment, security deposit, evidence of funds, medical examination. Governed by Immigration Act 2010 (Sections 35(1), 37(a-e)).