Student Visa
A student visa is a special approval added to a government passport issued to students enrolled in qualified educational institutions. Student visas are non-immigrant visas that do not necessitate obtaining citizenship. Any prospective student wishing to pursue higher education in another country must first obtain a student visa from that country.
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