Australia
All non‑citizens must have a Visitor Visa (Subclass 600), ETA (Subclass 601), or eVisitor (651) to enter. Requirements: a valid passport, proof of funds, intent to stay briefly (usually up to 3 months, though up to 12 months possible), good health and character, return/onward ticket, and no work or study permissible. ETAs or eVisitor visas may be granted within minutes for eligible nationalities.
Cyprus (Schengen Visitor Visa)
Visitors from non‑visa‑exempt countries must apply for a Schengen short-stay visa, valid up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Documents required include a passport valid for at least three months beyond departure, a visa form, biometric photo, travel insurance, proof of accommodation and itinerary, and evidence of sufficient funds.
Canada
Most visitors require a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV). Eligibility criteria: valid passport, good health, clean criminal record, strong ties to the home country, sufficient funds, intent to leave Canada at the end of the visit, and biometric submission. Multi-entry TRVs and “super visa” (up to 10-year validity) for parents/grandparents are available.
United Kingdom
Most travelers need a Standard Visitor Visa for up to six months (or longer durations via long-term multiple-entry visas). Required documents: passport, proof of funds, accommodation and travel details, travel purpose, evidence of ties and return intent. Biometrics are commonly required and decisions usually issued within three weeks. From 2025, many nationalities will also need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).
United States
Visitors must obtain a B‑1/B‑2 visa unless eligible under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), which mandates an ESTA application. Required: passport valid for at least 6 months, DS‑160 confirmation, visa fee payment, photo, proof of sufficient funds, travel itinerary, intent to return home, and often in-person interview.
New Zealand
Visa-exempt travelers must obtain an NZeTA and pay an IVL levy. Others apply for a Visitor Visa (valid up to 6 or 9 months). Requirements include: passport valid at least 3 months beyond stay, onward ticket, sufficient funds (NZD 1,000/month or NZD 400 if accommodation paid), health and character declarations.
United Arab Emirates (Dubai)
Many nationalities receive visa-on-arrival or visa-free entry. Others must apply in advance via sponsors or authorized operators for single or multiple-entry visit visas (30 or 60 days). Requirements: passport with minimum 6 months validity, travel itinerary, visa fee, and sponsor or operator reference where applicable.
Germany (Schengen Visitor Visa)
Germany requires a Schengen short-stay visa for tourism or business under 90 days. Applicants must submit: passport valid at least three months beyond stay, visa application form, biometric photos, travel insurance, proof of accommodation and funds, itinerary, and sometimes an invitation letter. Processing typically takes 15 days.
