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Time of India
19-07-2025
- Time of India
Applying for a tourist visa? Here's how much money should be in your bank account to get a visa for popular countries
Planning to go on an international trip in the coming time? Well, before you get your bags packed for your holiday, it's important to understand that your bank balance should be enough to afford your travel. It can directly affect your chances of getting a visa as most countries require travellers to prove they have sufficient funds. Your bank account is inspected carefully. The amount should be enough to cover your international travel expenses and ensure you return home after your journey. The whole process involves submitting all required financial documents, which includes recent bank statements, salary slips, and travel itineraries. It is all a part of your visa application. These documents are then carefully checked by immigration officials at the visa office. If your documentation is strong and you have valid travel insurance, the chances of getting your visa approved can increase your visa approval chances. Different countries have different minimum balance expectations, which is often based on the duration and nature and purpose of your travel. Here's an updated list of how much money is generally recommended in your account country wise distribution: Canada (Visitor Visa) Bank Balance : CAD 5,000 to 10,000 (INR 3 to INR 6 lakh) for a 2 to 4 weeks trip. Documents : 3–6 months of bank statement, travel itinerary, accommodation proof, and invitation letters (if applicable). Australia (Visitor Visa) Bank Balance : $5,000 to $10,000 (INR 2.5 to INR 5 lakh) for a 2 to 4 weeks trip. Documents : 3–6 months of bank slips, salary statement, IT returns, travel itinerary, and sponsor info (if applicable). Germany (Schengen Visa) Bank Balance : €100–120 per day (INR 9,000–INR 11,000); total INR 1.5 to INR 2 lakh for 15 days trip. Documents : 3–6 months of bank slips, hotel bookings, return flight tickets, and travel insurance coverage of €30,000 (INR 29,95,110). Spain (Schengen Visa) Bank Balance : Around €100 (₹9,000) per day, with a minimum of €900 (₹81,000). Documents : 3–6 months of bank slips, credit card statements, accommodation proof, return flight tickets, employment proof, and travel insurance worth €30,000 (INR 29,95,110). France (Schengen Visa) Bank Balance : €100–120 per day (INR 9,000–INR 11,000); INR 1.5 to INR 2 lakh for 15 days travel. Documents : 3 months of bank slips, credit card statements, hotel bookings, invitation letters (if relevant), proof of employment, and travel insurance of €30,000 (INR 29,95,110). Sri Lanka (ETA – Electronic Travel Authorisation) Bank Balance : $1,000 to $2,000 (INR 80,000 to INR 1.6 lakh) for 15–30 days trip. Documents : Bank/credit card statements, return tickets, hotel bookings, and a valid passport United States (B1/B2 Tourist Visa) Bank Balance : $6,000 to $10,000 (INR 5 to INR 8 lakh) for a 15–20 day trip. Documents : 6 months bank statements, salary slips, IT returns, and a detailed travel itinerary. So, now you know how important is your bank balance when applying for a visa- it is not just a number, it reflects your financial stability


Scoop
15-06-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Welcoming More Visitors From China
Minister of Immigration Hon Louise Upston Minister for Tourism and Hospitality The Government is boosting New Zealand's attractiveness as a destination for Chinese tourists by improving visa settings and processes. From November, New Zealand will trial visa waiver status for Chinese passport holders travelling from Australia with a valid Australian visitor, work, student or family visa, allowing them to visit for up to 3 months. 'Our immigration settings play an important role in brightening our country's economic future. More than 240,000 Chinese visitor visas were granted in 2024, and we want those numbers to grow,' Immigration Minister Erica Stanford says. 'This will make it easier, cheaper and faster for them to cross the Tasman and visit our shores. The trial will last for 12 months and will be supplemented by further improvements to our immigration processes, making it easier for people applying for a visa.' Other changes include: Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is establishing a dedicated contact centre number and support in China for Chinese 'Approved Destination Status' travel agents. New Simplified Chinese web content on the INZ website Visitor Visa applicants will no longer need to have their document translations certified. This will remove additional translation fees for all Visitor Visa applicants who need to provide translated documents, not only those from China. These complement the five-year multiple entry Visitor Visa already in place and NZ's current average processing time of five working days visitor visa applications from China 'China is one of New Zealand's most important tourism markets, and more international visitors means more bookings in our restaurants, more people visiting our regions and attractions, more jobs being created across the country, and an overall stronger economy,' Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. 'In the year ended March 2025, visitors from China contributed $1.24 billion to New Zealand's economy, but there's still more work to do to grow these numbers and drive further economic growth throughout the country.' Notes: Approved Destination Status (ADS) is an arrangement between the Chinese Government and another country, that lets Chinese holiday travellers visit a country in a tour group. Read more about the scheme on the Tourism New Zealand website: