Questions often asked about Corona Virus & Your Visa

Posted date: 23 Mar 2021

New details about the visa application process, the status of visa holders and the functioning of the Visa and Immigration Department in the light of the corona virus outbreak has been released by the Government. If you have applied for a study abroad, are applying for a foreign visa or are keeping a student visa, you will probably have some key questions that we are here to address.

1. If I have a student visa and am currently abroad, what does it mean for me?

For anyone who might be affected by travel restrictions at this time there are instructions. Know that you have no reason to be worried if you are an foreign student who has a valid visa abroad. This is also in the event that the visa has already expired or is due. In the context of the current situation, the government will not penalize anyone for this.

2. I have a Tier 4 Student Visa and know there's an online learning limit while I'm living abroad. Is this still applicable?

A Tier 4 visa usually does not allow you to pursue distance learning courses when living outside the country. The present circumstances, however, are extraordinary and it is not deemed a violation of the terms of the visa or sponsor to research remotely. Your sponsorship would not go to not be withdrawn as a result. You may need to conduct routine reporting procedures if you have postponed or withdrawn from your research.

3. How will I get official confirmation of my status particularly as it relates to an extension of my visa?

It is recommended that you view the Corona Virus Immigration page if you are asked to provide proof of your visa extension or want to apply for an extension. Remember you can still access many online services and channels during this time.

4. How do I know the process for the Corona Immigration Team virus is going to work and is reliable?

The team has been set up to provide support and guidance on a wide range of topics and has been provided with a comprehensive operating structure and procedure. This entails a dedicated system for logging all cases and recording all contacts and inquiries.

5. Are there still open visa applications centers?

At present, a large number of visa application centers around the world are closed or running at a reduced capacity. Restricted facilities are likely to be available, but if you have requests and questions, you can still make inquiries and connect with the centers and the Visa and Immigration Department.

6. What about English testing Centers in English

The centers are subject to the laws and restrictions the local and national authorities placed in place where they are located. You should expect to see a decline in activity and closures in several areas. Keep abreast of the situation by visiting the IELTS website.

7. How can I get My Region's most reliable information?

Globally, there are a variety of business partners that promote the process of applying for visas. If you're based in Europe, Africa and parts of the Middle East you can visit the region's partner website. You'll have to keep using the global partner website for other countries around the world.

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