Services

APPLICATION PROCESS

Arrange an appointment with ACA expert staff, meeting with an experienced ACA counselor will allow you to discuss your options and choose the right fit for you.

• Apply for admissions: Once you have decided on your university choice, your counselor will ask you to provide the necessary documents to apply for admissions.
• Receive your offer letter: An offer letter will be issued by the university if you have met the criteria for admissions. ACA will keep in regular contact with you and with your institution of choice.
• Accept your offer: Once you have decided to accept your offer, ACA staff can help you notify the institution and pay any required deposit in both a secure and timely manner.
• Apply for your visa: Our counselors are trained to give you expert advice on the visa process. They will guide you on preparing your file and check your documents before they are submitted. *In-complete documents will cause delays, and sometimes visa rejections*
• Prepare for your overseas studies: Now your visa’s filed you will need to start making preparations for living abroad, including booking accommodation. ACA staff can assist you throughout and will hold pre-departure briefings for students.

VISA GUIDANCE

Visa requirements

As an international student you will need to make sure you successfully apply for a visa before you move abroad to study. Each study destination will have its own requirements and each visa will carry its own rules and restrictions.

Role of ACA in Visa Guidance

ACA has expert staff in all of our offices to guide you through the whole process, whether you choose to study in the UK, US, Canada or elsewhere. The process can be complicated and universities often encourage international students to seek professional guidance before and during the visa application stage. Contact your local ACA Office today Give yourself plenty of time Applying for your visa can be a lengthy process. You will need to make sure you give yourself plenty of time to submit your application and present all of the necessary documentation.

Supporting documents, These can include:

• Bank statements
• University Acceptance Letter
• Education documents
• Passport
• Proof of English Language proficiency
• Visa application
• Medical results (for certain countries)

You will not be able to start your course unless you have secured your visa beforehand. Contact your local ACA office today to discuss the requirements in more detail.

ACA Visa Guidance Services includes:

• Help with collecting your official documents
• Visa interview preparations
• Updates you on any changes in visa regulations
• Guide on all other aspects of the student visa process
• Assist with booking English and medical tests
• In the unfortunate event that your visa application is rejected, ACA will examine the reasons provided and advise you on how you may be able to appeal Visa Guidance

Interviews

Many immigration offices will also invite you for an interview. ACA provide full support in preparing you for the interview, advising on the likely format and examples of questions you may be asked. Visa restrictions Highly experienced ACA staff will also be able to advise you on the restrictions of your study visa, for example, whether you can: Work part-time during your course Stay for full time employment after your course to work Bring your family