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Hey Hurmat! You did right by already starting the visa extension procedures; otherwise, it would be difficult because many things, like health insurance, financial support, and the like, are involved in the process, making it longer for unknown months.
You have the benefit of having a few months left because there is a greater chance that it will favor you and your visa will be extended earlier than before. Anyhow, you ask for some mistakes. Well, many students like yours want to kickstart the process and make mistakes in hasty situations.
You needn’t worry; I will guide you through the scenario. By the end, you will become a pro at avoiding the common mistakes mentioned below.
Not Checking Visa Expiration Dates
You must know that a visa comes along with its visa expiration date mentioned on it. Negligence about when it will expire does not make sense. You’ll need to clearly state the expiration to go for the extension when needed. Also, you must know about the penalties for overstay, if any?
Forget to submit desired documents
Immigration and visa procedures, whether for a new one or an extension, are essential and require certain documents. You cannot keep one while missing the other. It is necessary to keep all the documents, certificates, and financial evidence in one place to avoid unnecessary delays. So, whenever the time comes for authorities to ask for the required one, you have everything to submit without panicking. Remember, your documents must include your original passport and copies, educational record, latest academic transcripts, financial evidence, etc.
Filling the forms incompletely
Always keep your eyes and mind open when you are on the journey of visa extension. Imagine you have a form for extension in your hand, and you fill it out; a minute after submission, you realize that you forgot to check on the latest terms and conditions. It would not be bad, but it was the worst time. So, you must double-check the form once you complete filling in your information. Also, please don’t add incorrect information, for minor mistakes will cost you a permanent pause for visa extension.
Forget to mention financial proof
I do not know which country you study in, but my country requires proof of financial stability to extend the student visa. Because you have mentioned starting the procedure, you must keep one for the safe side. Just to remind you, your financial evidence must meet the required criteria, such as bank statements and account transaction records. It also includes specific time periods and certain amounts.
Delays in the process can delay the procedure
You must not be lazy when you know your visa is on the verge of expiration. You must act actively and start extending it as early as possible. It is one of the common mistakes that most students do. They begin the process late and then worry about getting their visa extension speedily. Visa extensions take time and are usually lengthy; you must not delay them.
Forget to keep copies of original documents
Are you the one who relies on the original documents and considers keeping copies wasteful? If yes, do not ever repeat it. There are chances that your original documents get misplaced or damaged; these copies come in handy in these difficult times. So, you must habitually generate two to three copies of every document for submission when the original ones are unnecessary.
Forget to mention health insurance
The visa extension procedure means you need every bit of information, from personal and financial to educational. One such is health insurance, which will become a significant reason for extending your stay in the country where you study. Many countries put health insurance criteria to grant extensions. You can avoid the mistake by mentioning it in the form. Remember, your health insurance coverage must be valid.
Forget to seek the latest updates
A visa extension is important at times when you are studying or settling in a foreign country. Similarly, do not forget to check on the latest update soon after you apply. You must check your email, spam, and the online portal to learn what’s new about the visa extension procedure. Furthermore, do not miss important communication or any update related to your procedure, and respond immediately when additional information is required.
Since you strive for a visa extension to continue your studies smoothly, you must inform the immigration authorities if you transition to your program or institution. By doing this, you can ensure an error-free visa extension. I hope these common mistakes will light up your mind and you avoid committing them. For further guidance, you can check out the YouTube video; the link is right below:
