Visa refusals often happen because applicants miss critical documents. Having a checklist ensures you are fully prepared.
Must-Have Documents for Every Visa Application:
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Valid international passport (with blank pages and validity of at least 6 months).
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Completed application form.
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Recent passport photographs (biometric standard).
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Visa fee payment receipt.
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Travel itinerary (flight bookings, hotel reservations).
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Proof of funds (bank statement, salary slips, business documents).
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Letter of employment, study, or business ownership.
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Invitation letter (if applicable).
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Travel insurance (for Schengen and some other destinations).
Pro Tips:
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Double-check embassy requirements (they differ per country).
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Ensure all documents are translated if not in English.
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Arrange documents neatly in a file for easy review by consular officers.
With this checklist, you greatly increase your chances of visa approval.
