Preparations and documents required before going to study abroad – Study Abroad Guide

Do you want to study abroad?

Have you taken or are taking IELTS, received an offer letter,

but don’t understand how to start or what you need?

Many people get visa rejections or delays due to incorrect or incomplete preparation.

In this video, you will get a complete guide—

What documents and steps must be followed when going to study abroad.

Let’s get started!”

1. Passport

• Must have a valid passport
• Validity at least 1 year or more
• Color photocopies and scanned copies should be kept

2. Offer Letter / Confirmation Letter (Offer/Acceptance Letter)

• I want an offer letter from a foreign university/college
• E-mail copy, printed copy, PDF—save all versions

3. Financial Support Documents

• Bank Statement (usually 6 months old)
• Sponsor’s Balance Certificate
• If you are getting a scholarship, its documents
• Solvency Certificate: Which will prove that you have the ability to bear the cost of your studies

4. Visa Application Files

• Visa Form filled in as per the specific country’s form
• Photo (white background, specified size)
• Cover Letter (briefly writing your objectives and plans)
• Statement of Purpose (SOP)
• Academic Documents (SSC, HSC, Honours etc.)
• IELTS/TOEFL Score Report

5. Medical Certificate (if required)

• Some countries (such as Australia, Canada) require a medical fitness report
• Immunization or vaccine report may be required

6. Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)

• Apply to your local police station and collect
• Keep the English translated copy notarized

7. Hostel / Accommodation Booking Paper (Accommodation Letter)

• Where will you stay – Hostel booking or invitation letter from friends
• This is mandatory for visa applications from some countries

8. Visa fee and application deposit receipt (Receipt Copy)

• Visa fee deposit receipt
• Print out the confirmation and Appointment Letter received by email

9. Flight Booking / Travel Plan (Tentative Air Ticket)

• Buy the final ticket after the visa
• However, many countries want to see the Tentative Booking during the visa

10. Country-Specific Documents (Optional but Important)

Example:

• GTE (Genuine Temporary Entrant) for Australia
• CAQ for Quebec (Canada)
• Tuberculosis Test Report for UK

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