In the previous episode, we learned from Ashutosh Borkar some important aspects of SOP, his future plans and how he found a perfect education loan partner. In this episode, we will capture his visa experience and valuable advice.

 

Key Highlights

·       Seamless student visa experience

o   Some questions asked during the visa interview

o   Some tips to clear your visa interview

·       His valuable advice for study abroad aspirants

 

Seamless student visa experience

Fortunately for Ashutosh, the visa process was extremely swift and quick. When he applied for the visa, the interview slots were available, so without wasting any time, he registered immediately. He completed his biometric test a day prior to his interview. The swift education loan procedure helped him get his sanction letter just a few days before the visa interview. Students must provide a sanction letter to convince the authorities that they can finance their studies and stay.

 

·       Some questions asked during the visa interview

 

o   Tell me something about yourself, your academic aspirations and your qualifications.

o   What motivated you to study abroad?

o   Why have you selected a particular course, university and destination?

o   How will you finance your education abroad?

o   Do you plan to come back to your home country?

o   Do you have any work experience?

o   What are your career plans?

o   What inspired you to pursue higher education in your chosen area of specialisation?

 

This is not an exhaustive list of questions, so ensure you are thoroughly prepared to answer any question.

 

·       Some tips to clear your visa interview

 

o   With a student visa, you can fly to your desired country to fulfil your academic aspirations; hence, clearing a visa interview is essential. The first impression is crucial, so ensure you are dressed formally. Also, the interviewer will look at your overall personality, so walk in confidently and smile when appropriate.

o   Body language is essential to create a positive impression. Avoid slouching and sit straight, indicating you are well-prepared.

o   Know the university rankings, interesting information about your preferred destination and job opportunities in your chosen field. This will enable you to give specific answers about your varsity, chosen location and study program.

o   Your effective communication skills will prove that you will be able to comprehend your study program in English.

 

 

Valuable advice to study abroad aspirants

·       If you aspire to pursue overseas education, you should chase your dream now rather than regretting in the future.

·       Listen to your heart, research the information that will set you on your desired path, create a plan and take action.

·       Studying abroad is a perfect opportunity to learn about a different culture and develop a global outlook. Also, you learn to be self-reliant by managing all the aspects of your life independently.

·       You will definitely get to enjoy your life abroad and explore places, but studies should always be your first priority.

 

So, this brings us to the end of Ashutosh Borkar’s academic journey planning. We wish him all the best in his future endeavours. If his experience has inspired you, we encourage you to take action today to fly soon to your preferred study abroad destination. If a lack of finances is creating a roadblock in your journey, you can opt for an education loan to finance your higher studies independently. If you have any queries, please feel free to connect with us. We will be glad to partner with you to enable you to fulfil your academic aspiration.