tourist visas

Visitor entry documents

Tourist visas are government-issued permits allowing foreign visitors to enter a country temporarily for leisure, sightseeing, or visiting family—but not for work or long-term residence.

They typically specify a maximum stay, often 30 to 90 days: Her tourist visa expires next month.

Some countries offer visa-free entry or visas on arrival; others require advance application with proof of return travel and sufficient funds.

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