Student travel visas

Many countries have tightened up their visa requirements following 9/11 and subsequent occurrences. Even the British Home Office announced in February of this year that South African passport holders entering Britain after March 3 must have a visa in order to do so. Student travel visas are available but requirements have become quite stringent. To qualify for a visitor visa to Britain for example you will need to show that you want to visit the UK for no longer than six months, that you intend to leave the UK at the end of your visit, and that you have enough money to support yourself while in the UK, without working or needing access to public funds. You should apply for student travel visas well before you purchase your air ticket. Student Flights will be happy to assist you with any queries that you may have.

There are some important points to remember when applying for student travel visas.

Every person traveling to a foreign country must possess their own passport, including infants and children.
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after you are due to arrive back in South Africa.
The name that appears on your ticket must be identical to that on your passport.
Most other countries require South African citizens to carry a visa – check that you have a valid visa for the countries you intend to visit, because you will NOT be allowed to enter if you do not. It will take 2 – 3 weeks for each visa you require, so allow yourself plenty of time for all of the visas you require.
You may need a visa even if you are just transiting through a country – check.
You can download your student travel visas requirements and visa application forms on our website

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