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Use this as a preparation map. Requirements can differ by route, applicant profile, embassy, and official update.
Identity documents
Valid passport
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaConfirms identity, nationality, and travel document validity.
Includes: Applicant full name · Passport number · Nationality
Avoid: Passport close to expiry · Unclear scan or cropped edges
Format: Usually submitted as a clear scan of the bio-data page. Some routes may require all stamped pages or previous passports.
Do not edit passport scans. Always verify validity requirements from the official application source.
Tuition fee evidence where available
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaConfirms identity, nationality, and travel document validity.
Includes: Applicant full name · Passport number · Nationality
Avoid: Passport close to expiry · Unclear scan or cropped edges
Format: Usually submitted as a clear scan of the bio-data page. Some routes may require all stamped pages or previous passports.
Do not edit passport scans. Always verify validity requirements from the official application source.
Passport-size photos where required
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaConfirms identity, nationality, and travel document validity.
Includes: Applicant full name · Passport number · Nationality
Avoid: Passport close to expiry · Unclear scan or cropped edges
Format: Usually submitted as a clear scan of the bio-data page. Some routes may require all stamped pages or previous passports.
Do not edit passport scans. Always verify validity requirements from the official application source.
Valid passport
Sri Lanka → Australia · Student visaConfirms identity, nationality, and travel document validity.
Includes: Applicant full name · Passport number · Nationality
Avoid: Passport close to expiry · Unclear scan or cropped edges
Format: Usually submitted as a clear scan of the bio-data page. Some routes may require all stamped pages or previous passports.
Do not edit passport scans. Always verify validity requirements from the official application source.
Overseas Student Health Cover evidence
Sri Lanka → Australia · Student visaConfirms identity, nationality, and travel document validity.
Includes: Applicant full name · Passport number · Nationality
Avoid: Passport close to expiry · Unclear scan or cropped edges
Format: Usually submitted as a clear scan of the bio-data page. Some routes may require all stamped pages or previous passports.
Do not edit passport scans. Always verify validity requirements from the official application source.
Genuine student statement or study purpose evidence
Sri Lanka → Australia · Student visaConfirms identity, nationality, and travel document validity.
Includes: Applicant full name · Passport number · Nationality
Avoid: Passport close to expiry · Unclear scan or cropped edges
Format: Usually submitted as a clear scan of the bio-data page. Some routes may require all stamped pages or previous passports.
Do not edit passport scans. Always verify validity requirements from the official application source.
Passport-size photo where required
Sri Lanka → Australia · Student visaConfirms identity, nationality, and travel document validity.
Includes: Applicant full name · Passport number · Nationality
Avoid: Passport close to expiry · Unclear scan or cropped edges
Format: Usually submitted as a clear scan of the bio-data page. Some routes may require all stamped pages or previous passports.
Do not edit passport scans. Always verify validity requirements from the official application source.
National identity document where applicable
Sri Lanka → Australia · Student visaConfirms identity, nationality, and travel document validity.
Includes: Applicant full name · Passport number · Nationality
Avoid: Passport close to expiry · Unclear scan or cropped edges
Format: Usually submitted as a clear scan of the bio-data page. Some routes may require all stamped pages or previous passports.
Do not edit passport scans. Always verify validity requirements from the official application source.
Medical examination evidence where requested
Sri Lanka → Australia · Student visaConfirms identity, nationality, and travel document validity.
Includes: Applicant full name · Passport number · Nationality
Avoid: Passport close to expiry · Unclear scan or cropped edges
Format: Usually submitted as a clear scan of the bio-data page. Some routes may require all stamped pages or previous passports.
Do not edit passport scans. Always verify validity requirements from the official application source.
Previous visa or travel history evidence where relevant
Sri Lanka → Australia · Student visaConfirms identity, nationality, and travel document validity.
Includes: Applicant full name · Passport number · Nationality
Avoid: Passport close to expiry · Unclear scan or cropped edges
Format: Usually submitted as a clear scan of the bio-data page. Some routes may require all stamped pages or previous passports.
Do not edit passport scans. Always verify validity requirements from the official application source.
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Sri Lanka → Australia · Student visaConfirms identity, nationality, and travel document validity.
Includes: Applicant full name · Passport number · Nationality
Avoid: Passport close to expiry · Unclear scan or cropped edges
Format: Usually submitted as a clear scan of the bio-data page. Some routes may require all stamped pages or previous passports.
Do not edit passport scans. Always verify validity requirements from the official application source.
Valid passport
Sri Lanka → United Kingdom · Work visaConfirms identity, nationality, and travel document validity.
Includes: Applicant full name · Passport number · Nationality
Avoid: Passport close to expiry · Unclear scan or cropped edges
Format: Usually submitted as a clear scan of the bio-data page. Some routes may require all stamped pages or previous passports.
Do not edit passport scans. Always verify validity requirements from the official application source.
Financial documents
Job title and annual salary details
Sri Lanka → United Kingdom · Work visaShows financial capacity, recent transactions, and available balance.
Includes: Account holder name · Bank name · Account number or masked account number
Avoid: Using screenshots instead of official statements · Statement period too old
Format: Usually accepted as an official PDF from the bank portal or stamped bank-issued statement, depending on the route.
Do not fabricate balances or transactions. Financial documents are often checked carefully.
Proof of funds for living expenses
Sri Lanka → New Zealand · Student visaShows financial capacity, recent transactions, and available balance.
Includes: Account holder name · Bank name · Account number or masked account number
Avoid: Using screenshots instead of official statements · Statement period too old
Format: Usually accepted as an official PDF from the bank portal or stamped bank-issued statement, depending on the route.
Do not fabricate balances or transactions. Financial documents are often checked carefully.
Bank statements
Sri Lanka → New Zealand · Student visaShows financial capacity, recent transactions, and available balance.
Includes: Account holder name · Bank name · Account number or masked account number
Avoid: Using screenshots instead of official statements · Statement period too old
Format: Usually accepted as an official PDF from the bank portal or stamped bank-issued statement, depending on the route.
Do not fabricate balances or transactions. Financial documents are often checked carefully.
Bank statement where required
Sri Lanka → Japan · Work visaShows financial capacity, recent transactions, and available balance.
Includes: Account holder name · Bank name · Account number or masked account number
Avoid: Using screenshots instead of official statements · Statement period too old
Format: Usually accepted as an official PDF from the bank portal or stamped bank-issued statement, depending on the route.
Do not fabricate balances or transactions. Financial documents are often checked carefully.
Employment documents
Employer sponsor licence number
Sri Lanka → United Kingdom · Work visaConfirms current or past employment, job role, salary, and employer details.
Includes: Employee full name · Job title · Start date
Avoid: Missing salary when financial proof is needed · No authorized signature
Format: Usually prepared on employer letterhead and signed by HR, manager, or authorized officer.
Do not create employment letters without employer authorization.
Criminal record certificate for certain jobs
Sri Lanka → United Kingdom · Work visaConfirms current or past employment, job role, salary, and employer details.
Includes: Employee full name · Job title · Start date
Avoid: Missing salary when financial proof is needed · No authorized signature
Format: Usually prepared on employer letterhead and signed by HR, manager, or authorized officer.
Do not create employment letters without employer authorization.
Employment contract or employer documents
Sri Lanka → Japan · Work visaConfirms current or past employment, job role, salary, and employer details.
Includes: Employee full name · Job title · Start date
Avoid: Missing salary when financial proof is needed · No authorized signature
Format: Usually prepared on employer letterhead and signed by HR, manager, or authorized officer.
Do not create employment letters without employer authorization.
Confirms current or past employment, job role, salary, and employer details.
Includes: Employee full name · Job title · Start date
Avoid: Missing salary when financial proof is needed · No authorized signature
Format: Usually prepared on employer letterhead and signed by HR, manager, or authorized officer.
Do not create employment letters without employer authorization.
Employment contract or job offer
Sri Lanka → Germany · Work visaConfirms current or past employment, job role, salary, and employer details.
Includes: Employee full name · Job title · Start date
Avoid: Missing salary when financial proof is needed · No authorized signature
Format: Usually prepared on employer letterhead and signed by HR, manager, or authorized officer.
Do not create employment letters without employer authorization.
Proof of work experience where applicable
Sri Lanka → Germany · Work visaConfirms current or past employment, job role, salary, and employer details.
Includes: Employee full name · Job title · Start date
Avoid: Missing salary when financial proof is needed · No authorized signature
Format: Usually prepared on employer letterhead and signed by HR, manager, or authorized officer.
Do not create employment letters without employer authorization.
Education documents
Academic certificates and transcripts
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaShows qualification level, awarding institution, and completion status.
Includes: Applicant name · Qualification title · Awarding institution
Avoid: Name mismatch · Submitting provisional document when final certificate is requested
Format: May need to be combined with transcripts, verification letters, or credential assessments depending on the route.
Use official academic records only. Some routes verify directly with institutions or assessment bodies.
Police certificate where requested
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaShows qualification level, awarding institution, and completion status.
Includes: Applicant name · Qualification title · Awarding institution
Avoid: Name mismatch · Submitting provisional document when final certificate is requested
Format: May need to be combined with transcripts, verification letters, or credential assessments depending on the route.
Use official academic records only. Some routes verify directly with institutions or assessment bodies.
Quebec Acceptance Certificate if studying in Quebec
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaShows qualification level, awarding institution, and completion status.
Includes: Applicant name · Qualification title · Awarding institution
Avoid: Name mismatch · Submitting provisional document when final certificate is requested
Format: May need to be combined with transcripts, verification letters, or credential assessments depending on the route.
Use official academic records only. Some routes verify directly with institutions or assessment bodies.
Academic certificates and transcripts
Sri Lanka → Australia · Student visaShows qualification level, awarding institution, and completion status.
Includes: Applicant name · Qualification title · Awarding institution
Avoid: Name mismatch · Submitting provisional document when final certificate is requested
Format: May need to be combined with transcripts, verification letters, or credential assessments depending on the route.
Use official academic records only. Some routes verify directly with institutions or assessment bodies.
Birth certificate where requested
Sri Lanka → Australia · Student visaShows qualification level, awarding institution, and completion status.
Includes: Applicant name · Qualification title · Awarding institution
Avoid: Name mismatch · Submitting provisional document when final certificate is requested
Format: May need to be combined with transcripts, verification letters, or credential assessments depending on the route.
Use official academic records only. Some routes verify directly with institutions or assessment bodies.
Police certificate where requested
Sri Lanka → Australia · Student visaShows qualification level, awarding institution, and completion status.
Includes: Applicant name · Qualification title · Awarding institution
Avoid: Name mismatch · Submitting provisional document when final certificate is requested
Format: May need to be combined with transcripts, verification letters, or credential assessments depending on the route.
Use official academic records only. Some routes verify directly with institutions or assessment bodies.
Marriage certificate or dependent documents where applicable
Sri Lanka → Australia · Student visaShows qualification level, awarding institution, and completion status.
Includes: Applicant name · Qualification title · Awarding institution
Avoid: Name mismatch · Submitting provisional document when final certificate is requested
Format: May need to be combined with transcripts, verification letters, or credential assessments depending on the route.
Use official academic records only. Some routes verify directly with institutions or assessment bodies.
Certificate of Sponsorship reference number
Sri Lanka → United Kingdom · Work visaShows qualification level, awarding institution, and completion status.
Includes: Applicant name · Qualification title · Awarding institution
Avoid: Name mismatch · Submitting provisional document when final certificate is requested
Format: May need to be combined with transcripts, verification letters, or credential assessments depending on the route.
Use official academic records only. Some routes verify directly with institutions or assessment bodies.
Fixed-term deposit certificates where applicable
Sri Lanka → New Zealand · Student visaShows qualification level, awarding institution, and completion status.
Includes: Applicant name · Qualification title · Awarding institution
Avoid: Name mismatch · Submitting provisional document when final certificate is requested
Format: May need to be combined with transcripts, verification letters, or credential assessments depending on the route.
Use official academic records only. Some routes verify directly with institutions or assessment bodies.
Education loan documents where applicable
Sri Lanka → New Zealand · Student visaShows qualification level, awarding institution, and completion status.
Includes: Applicant name · Qualification title · Awarding institution
Avoid: Name mismatch · Submitting provisional document when final certificate is requested
Format: May need to be combined with transcripts, verification letters, or credential assessments depending on the route.
Use official academic records only. Some routes verify directly with institutions or assessment bodies.
Academic certificates and transcripts
Sri Lanka → New Zealand · Student visaShows qualification level, awarding institution, and completion status.
Includes: Applicant name · Qualification title · Awarding institution
Avoid: Name mismatch · Submitting provisional document when final certificate is requested
Format: May need to be combined with transcripts, verification letters, or credential assessments depending on the route.
Use official academic records only. Some routes verify directly with institutions or assessment bodies.
Police certificate where required
Sri Lanka → New Zealand · Student visaShows qualification level, awarding institution, and completion status.
Includes: Applicant name · Qualification title · Awarding institution
Avoid: Name mismatch · Submitting provisional document when final certificate is requested
Format: May need to be combined with transcripts, verification letters, or credential assessments depending on the route.
Use official academic records only. Some routes verify directly with institutions or assessment bodies.
Medical / clearance documents
Medical exam confirmation where required
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaShows criminal record clearance or police record status for a specific country or period.
Includes: Applicant full name · Issuing authority · Country or jurisdiction
Avoid: Certificate expired or too old · Wrong issuing country
Format: Validity period and issuing authority vary by destination country and application route.
Always confirm the correct police clearance authority from the official visa instructions.
Application documents
Study permit application form IMM 1294
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaNo guidance yet for Application documents.
Family information form IMM 5707
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaNo guidance yet for Application documents.
Student visa subclass 500 application
Sri Lanka → Australia · Student visaNo guidance yet for Application documents.
Visa application form
Sri Lanka → Japan · Work visaNo guidance yet for Application documents.
Supporting documents requested by the Embassy or visa application centre
Sri Lanka → Japan · Work visaNo guidance yet for Application documents.
National visa application form
Sri Lanka → Germany · Work visaNo guidance yet for Application documents.
Supporting documents
Document checklist IMM 5483
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaNo guidance yet for Supporting documents.
Visa office instructions IMM 5934
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaNo guidance yet for Supporting documents.
Letter of acceptance from a designated learning institution
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaNo guidance yet for Supporting documents.
Proof of financial support
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaNo guidance yet for Supporting documents.
Letter of explanation
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaNo guidance yet for Supporting documents.
Language test results where applicable
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaNo guidance yet for Supporting documents.
Biometrics confirmation where applicable
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaNo guidance yet for Supporting documents.
Custodianship declaration for minors where applicable
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaNo guidance yet for Supporting documents.
Provincial Attestation Letter or Territorial Attestation Letter where required
Sri Lanka → Canada · Student visaNo guidance yet for Supporting documents.
Confirmation of Enrolment
Sri Lanka → Australia · Student visaNo guidance yet for Supporting documents.
Proof of financial capacity
Sri Lanka → Australia · Student visaNo guidance yet for Supporting documents.
English language test results where required
Sri Lanka → Australia · Student visaNo guidance yet for Supporting documents.
Always verify document requirements.
Use VisaAtlas as a preparation guide, then confirm the latest document list with the official immigration, embassy, consulate, or application portal before submitting anything.