- Types of Visas
- Visa is an official document allowing legal entry to foreign countries
- Travel visas allow leisure and tourism without work rights
- Work visas enable employment and business activities
- Student visas permit postsecondary education
- Refugee visas help those fleeing persecution or natural disasters
- Visa Categories
- Visas can be immigrant (permanent residence) or nonimmigrant (temporary)
- Visa-free travel possible between countries with visa agreements
- Visa on arrival allows entry without prior application
- E-visas are digital documents linked to passport numbers
- Application Process
- Visa requirements vary by country and destination
- Common documents include passport, invitation letter, and travel insurance
- Visa interviews may be conducted for some applications
- Processing times differ by country, typically 8-15 days
- Historical Context
- First visa mentioned in Bible's Nehemiah from 450 BC
- Visa policies determined by diplomatic relations and security factors