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EXPLORE STUDY ABROAD DESTINATIONS

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How BridgeVision Supports You

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Program Matching

Find the perfect university and program with our Study Abroad Planner.

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Cultural Prep

DEI-focused resources prepare you for diverse campuses

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Visa Support

Navigate complex visa processes with our Visa Roadmap and coaching.

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Post-Arrival Support

Airport pickups and mentorship until graduation

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Scholarships

Access funding like Fulbright, DAAD, or CSC with expert guidance.

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BVC Conferences

Contribute to future BridgeVision International conferences and seminars.

Need Help With Your Visa?

Key Destinations Visa Roadmaps

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United States: F-1 Student Visa

Step 1: Secure admission and receive Form I-20 from a US university.

Step 2: Pay the SEVIS fee ($350) and gather documents (passport, financial proof, DS-160 form).

Step 3: Schedule a visa interview at a US embassy (3–6 months before program start).

Step 4: Attend interview with tips from BridgeVision (e.g., prove intent to return home to address 54% rejection rate).

Step 5: Receive visa (processing: 2–8 weeks)

Key Holiday Note

US visa offices may close for Thanksgiving (Nov 27, 2025). Plan ahead!

Canada: Study Permit

Step 1: Obtain a Letter of Acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI).

Step 2: Gather documents (passport, proof of funds, medical exam if required).

Step 3: Apply online via IRCC portal (processing: 4–12 weeks).

Step 4: Provide biometrics within 30 days of application.

Step 5: Receive study permit upon arrival in Canada.

Key Holiday Note

Avoid delays during Canada Day (July 1, 2025). Apply early!

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United Kingdom: Tier 4 (General) Student Visa

Step 1: Secure a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from a UK university.

Step 2: Prepare documents (passport, proof of funds, tuberculosis test for some countries).

Step 3: Apply online (processing: 3–8 weeks).

Step 4: Attend a credibility interview if required, with BridgeVision’s preparation tips.

Step 5: Collect visa and begin studies.

Key Holiday Note

Plan around Boxing Day (Dec 26, 2025) closures

Australia: Subclass 500 Student Visa

Step 1: Receive a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from an Australian institution.

Step 2: Gather documents (passport, financial proof, health insurance).

Step 3: Apply online via ImmiAccount (processing: 4–10 weeks).

Step 4: Provide biometrics if requested.

Step 5: Receive visa and prepare for departure.

Key Holiday Note

Avoid Australia Day (Jan 26, 2025) delays

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Europe: Schengen Student Visa

Step 1: Secure admission and receive an acceptance letter.

Step 2: Prepare documents (passport, blocked account, health insurance).

Step 3: Apply at the German embassy (processing: 6–12 weeks).

Step 4: Attend an interview if required, with BridgeVision’s coaching.

Step 5: Receive visa and enroll.

Key Holiday Note

Avoid Australia Day (Jan 26, 2025) delays

Asia: China X1 Visa

Step 1: Obtain an admission notice and JW201/JW202 form from a Chinese university.

Step 2: Gather documents (passport, proof of funds, medical exam).

Step 3: Apply at a Chinese embassy (processing: 4–8 weeks).

Step 4: Prepare for cultural adaptation with BridgeVision’s DEI resources.

Step 5: Receive visa and begin studies.

Key Holiday Note

Avoid Lunar New Year (Jan/Feb 2025, date varies) closures

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African alumni who studied abroad and made significant impacts, showcasing the power of a global education

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