Study Abroad Student Visa for Filipino Students

To pursue a higher education qualification in the United States of America, you will also need a student visa. The school you plan to attend and the course you want to undertake determine whether you require an F1 visa or an M visa. If you intend to enrol in a college or university, an F1 visa is necessary. However, if you're joining a short recreational course that does not count toward a degree or academic certificate, you may apply for a visitor (B) visa. Please note that the visitor visa does not permit study leading to a US conferred degree or certificate, even for a short duration. For instance, students participating in distance learning programs that include a period on the institution's US campus must get an M1 or F1 visa before entering to study in the USA.

Most international students planning to study in Canada at the primary, secondary, or post-secondary level must obtain a study permit. This permit is typically issued in conjunction with an acceptance letter from a designated learning institution. It is important to apply for the permit before travelling to Canada. Additionally, please note that you will also need a visitor visa or an electronic travel authorization (eTA) to study in Canada. Once your study permit is approved, the visa or authorization will be issued to you along with the permit.

For full-time study in New Zealand, a Fee Paying Student Visa is required. While there are other visa types available for studying in the country, they may have duration limitations that keep you from pursuing a full-time university degree. On the other hand, the NZ student visa allows you to pursue the said qualification in the country. To obtain this NZ student visa, you must enrol with an approved education provider in the country and bear the full cost of your program.

The visa subclass 500 is designed for full-time study at an accredited educational institution in Australia. Enrolling in a full-time, CRICOS-registered course is also essential to qualify for this visa. The subclass 500 visa is a temporary visa that allows you to study in Australia for up to five years, depending on the length and type of course.

The visa is applicable to students aged 16 or above who wish to study on a full-time basis in the UK. Non-residents can apply for the visa no earlier to study in the UK than six months before their course start date. The decision on the visa application is typically made within three weeks. The duration of stay depends on the length of the course and previous studies completed in the UK. Students above 18 years of age can generally stay in the UK for up to five years if they are pursuing degree-level courses and up to two years if their programs are below degree level.

To apply for a student visa to study abroad, select a destination country and an educational institution after conducting thorough research. Familiarise yourself with student visa requirements specific to the country of your choice. In each of the aforementioned countries, you must provide an acceptance letter or an equivalent document confirming your eligibility to undertake a program at a particular educational institution. Additionally, it is essential to meet basic criteria such as good health, a clean criminal record, and sufficient funds to cover your education and stay in the country. Consider consulting with an AECC counsellor to streamline the application process and start well in advance to account for potential delays and allow ample time.