Basic Document Requirements for Canada & European Countries

Understanding Visa Documentation: Why It Matters

Visa authorities require documents to verify your identity, eligibility, and purpose of visit. Missing or incorrect paperwork is a common reason for rejection. We help you prepare complete, compliant applications for Canada and Europe.

Basic Document Requirements for Canada

✅ Valid Passport (covering your stay, sometimes beyond return date)
✅ Completed Visa Application Form
✅ Passport-sized Photographs (as per Canadian specs)
✅ Proof of Financial Support (bank statements, pay slips, affidavits)
✅ Travel Itinerary (flights, hotels, or invitation letter)
✅ Purpose of Visit Documents (study letter, job offer, PR proof)
✅ Medical Examination (if required)
✅ Biometrics (fingerprints and photo)

Basic Document Requirements for European Countries

✅ Valid Passport (3+ months beyond Schengen departure)
✅ Completed Visa Application Form
✅ Passport-sized Photographs (biometric standard)
✅ Proof of Accommodation (hotel, rental, or host letter)
✅ Travel Itinerary (flights, intra-Schengen travel)
✅ Proof of Financial Means (bank statements, salary slips, sponsorship)
✅ Travel Insurance (€30,000 coverage, valid Schengen-wide)
✅ Purpose of Visit Documents (study admission, work contract, tour bookings)
✅ Additional Documents (employment letters, marriage/birth certs, police clearance, proof of ties)

How We Help You Prepare

✅ Personalized Document Assessment
✅ Step-by-Step Guidance with checklists & timelines
✅ Document Verification for accuracy & compliance
✅ Application Assistance — forms & organization
✅ Interview Preparation
✅ Updates on Changing Regulations

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Free Document Evaluation

Send your documents for an initial review by our experts.

Step 2: Choose Your Visa Type

Tourist, student, work, or permanent residency — we tailor our service.

Step 3: Follow Our Detailed Plan

Receive a personalized checklist and timeline.

Step 4: Document Verification

We check for accuracy, consistency, and compliance.

Step 5: Application Submission

We prepare and submit your complete application.

Step 6: Approval & Next Steps

Post-approval guidance for travel, settlement, or study.

What Our Clients Say

“Global Visa guided me perfectly for my Canada student visa. Every document was spot on.”

– Kavitha S., Toronto

“Their checklist for my Schengen visa made the process stress-free.”

– Manoj P., Paris

“Highly professional and detail-oriented. My work visa for Germany was approved quickly.”

Your Guide to Basic Document Requirements for Canada & European Countries