student visa

Academic entry document

A student visa is an official document or endorsement permitting a foreign national to enter and remain in a country for educational purposes.

The visa typically specifies the institution, program duration, and conditions of stay: Her student visa expires when she finishes her degree.

Student visas often restrict employment and require proof of enrollment and financial support.

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immigration purpose

student visawork visa

Authorization for foreign employment

employment visa · investor visa · skilled worker visa · work permit · tourist visa

permanence of stay

student visapermanent residency

Legal right to stay indefinitely

green card · citizenship · naturalization · immigrant visa

legal status

student visaundocumented status

Lacking official authorization to reside

illegal entry · illegal immigration · unauthorized entry · visa overstay · deportation order

Family

student, visa, students, studenthood

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