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Student Visa Document Checklist (2026)
A free, printable student-visa document checklist for the UK, Canada, Australia, USA, Germany and Ireland — the core documents everyone needs plus each country's specific extras. Tick items off as you gather them.
⚡ Quick answer: Every student visa needs the core set — passport, admission letter, proof of funds, English score, transcripts, photos, SOP, and the visa form + fee — plus country-specific documents: UK (CAS + TB test), Canada (Letter of Acceptance + GIC + PAL), USA (Form I-20 + SEVIS fee), Germany (blocked account + APS), Australia (CoE + OSHC). Pick your country below for the full checklist.
✅ Build your checklist
Pick your destination, tick items as you gather them, and print or save this page. Always cross-check the exact list on the official visa page for your country.
Frequently asked questions
- What documents do I need for a student visa?
- Every country wants the core set: a valid passport, your university offer/admission letter, proof of funds, an English test score (if required), academic transcripts, photos, an SOP, and the completed visa form with fee. On top of that each country adds its own — for example a CAS and TB test for the UK, a Letter of Acceptance + proof of funds (GIC) for Canada, a Form I-20 + SEVIS fee for the USA, a blocked account for Germany, and a Confirmation of Enrolment + OSHC health cover for Australia. Pick your country above for the full list.
- When should I start collecting documents?
- Start 3–6 months before your intake. Some items take time — the UK's 28-day financial-holding rule, Canada's medical exam and biometrics, Germany's APS certificate and blocked account, and the USA's SEVIS fee and visa-interview slot all need lead time. Build your checklist early and track each item.
- Can I use an education loan as proof of funds?
- Usually yes — a loan sanction letter is widely accepted as proof of funds, and loans can fund a blocked account or GIC. Confirm your specific country's rule and see the education-loan guide.