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Tourist & Visitor Visas

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🌐 What is a Tourist Visa?

A Tourist Visa (also known as a Visitor Visa) is an official document that allows a foreign national to enter a country for a short-term stay, usually for the purpose of tourism, vacation, visiting family/friends, or attending short events or medical treatment. Tourist visas do not permit full-time work or long-term residence.
Each country has its own visa type, rules, and length of stay for visitors. Here’s a full breakdown by destination:

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States – B-2 Tourist Visa

Visa Type:

  • B-2 Visitor Visa (non-immigrant)

Purpose:

  • Tourism and vacation
  • Visiting family/friends
  • Medical treatment
  • Attending social events or short unpaid courses

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Proof of strong ties to your home country (job, family, property)
  • Valid passport and recent photograph
  • Demonstration of financial ability to cover travel expenses
  • Travel itinerary (hotel bookings, return flight, etc.)
  • No intention to overstay or work illegally

Application Process:

  1. Complete the DS-160 form online
  2. Pay the visa application fee ($185 as of 2025)
  3. Schedule an interview at the U.S. Embassy
  4. Attend the interview with supporting documents
  5. Await visa stamping in your passport

Length of Stay:

Up to 6 months, extendable in some cases

Age Range:

All ages (minors need parental consent); adults of all ages eligible

πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Canada – Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa)

Visa Type:

  • Visitor Visa (TRV) or eTA (for visa-exempt travelers)

Purpose:

  • Tourism and sightseeing
  • Visiting relatives or friends
  • Business meetings (non-employment)
  • Short medical procedures

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Invitation letter (optional, but helpful if visiting family)
  • Proof of financial capacity
  • Clear travel plans and return intent
  • No criminal record
  • Clean immigration history

Application Process:

  1. Apply online via the IRCC Portal
  2. Upload passport, photos, financial proof, travel plans
  3. Pay the fee (about $100 CAD)
  4. Biometrics required
  5. Wait for decision (processing varies by region)

Length of Stay:

Up to 6 months per visit

Age Range:

All ages welcome; older travelers may need medical exams

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Australia – Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)

Visa Type:

  • Visitor Visa Subclass 600

Streams:

  • Tourist Stream
  • Sponsored Family Stream
  • Business Visitor Stream

Purpose:

  • Holiday or leisure
  • Visit family/friends
  • Business meetings (short-term)
  • Short medical treatments

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Valid passport and health insurance
  • Proof of funds
  • Evidence of ties to your home country
  • May require invitation letter

Application Process:

  1. Apply online via immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
  2. Provide required documents
  3. Pay visa fee (starts around AUD $150)
  4. Biometrics or medical exam (if requested)
  5. Await decision (2–4 weeks typical)

Length of Stay:

Typically 3 to 12 months, depending on the stream

Age Range:

No age restrictions; special attention for travelers above 60

πŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ New Zealand – Visitor Visa

Visa Type:

  • Visitor Visa (General)

Purpose:

  • Tourism, vacation, and short-term stays
  • Visiting family or attending events
  • Short training, unpaid internships, or consultations

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Valid passport and travel history
  • Proof of funds and return travel
  • No intention to work or study long term
  • Medical insurance recommended

Application Process:

  1. Apply online via Immigration NZ website
  2. Submit documentation and biometrics
  3. Pay the visa fee (approx. NZD $211)
  4. Wait for visa decision (up to 30 days)

Length of Stay:

Up to 9 months in an 18-month period

Age Range:

All ages; older travelers may be asked for health checkups

πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί Schengen Area – Short Stay Visa (Type C)

Visa Type:

  • Schengen Visa Type C – for tourism and short visits (valid in 27 countries)

Purpose:

  • Tourism and leisure travel
  • Visiting friends/family
  • Attending cultural/sports events
  • Medical consultations

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Travel insurance with at least €30,000 coverage
  • Round-trip reservation and hotel bookings
  • Proof of sufficient funds (€50–120 per day depending on country)
  • Strong home-country ties
  • Completed visa form + biometric data

Application Process:

  1. Book an appointment at the appropriate embassy/VFS center
  2. Submit your application with full documentation
  3. Attend biometric appointment
  4. Visa decision in 15–30 days

Length of Stay:

Up to 90 days within a 180-day period

Age Range:

No age limit, though insurance is often required for travelers over 65

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ͺ United Arab Emirates (Dubai) – Tourist Visa

Visa Type:

  • 30-Day Visa
  • 60-Day Visa
  • 90-Day Long-Term Visa
  • Options available as Single or Multiple Entry

Purpose:

  • Tourism, short stay, family visits
  • Medical tourism, conferences

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months
  • Hotel booking or proof of accommodation
  • Flight reservation
  • Sponsorship (by hotel, airline, or resident) in some cases

Application Process:

  1. Apply through a UAE airline, hotel, travel agency, or visa center
  2. Upload documents (passport, ID photo, booking confirmations)
  3. Pay fees depending on visa duration
  4. Wait for eVisa approval (usually 2–7 working days)

Length of Stay:

30, 60, or 90 days depending on visa type

Age Range:

  • 18+ can apply independently
  • Under 18 must travel with guardian or parent
  • * No upper age limit