Its universities, colleges, and schools are well-known in the Southern-African academic community. A vast number of international students are willing to get an education in competitive institutions here. To study in one of these institutions, international students must get a Leostho student visa depending on their country of origin. RocApply has made it easy for you to follow what documentation may be needed upon visa application on this guide! It is however, advised to always check with the consulate/embassy for more details on visa requirements.
Requirements of Student Entry In Lesotho
A Study visa allows the holders to live and work (in a restricted manner) in Lesotho for as long as they need to complete their course in order to help or support themselves and any dependents.
Any foreign national intending to enter into Lesotho for purposes of study should:
- Obtain Lesotho visa (if applicable) to facilitate his /her entry into the country.
- Enter into Lesotho from and through only authorized ports of entry.
- Present valid passport to the Immigration officer at port of entry.
- Declare purpose of entry into Lesotho and intended institution of training.
- Proceed to designated immigration office after entry and obtain student pass for study in Lesotho.
Visa Eligibility
The following criteria must be met.
- A letter of acceptance must be provided demonstrating that an applicant has been offered a place on a full time course of study at a recognised educational establishment.
- Students must be able to demonstrate evidence of enough funds to support themselves in the country.
- It must be proven that the course fees have been fully paid.
- Private medical insurance must be arranged and documentary evidence of this must be provided.
- It must be the candidate's demonstrable intention to return to their own country at the end of their period of study.
Takeaway
You can now check what documents are needed per country of origin on RocApply when you fitler through the Visa Icon on our main page! Alternatively click here!
ROCAPPLY DISCLAIMER: This is NOT an exhaustive list of required documents. Leostho authorities can ask you to submit any additional documents as they see fit during any stage of your application processing. Be sure to check with the consulate websites before applying for any visa!
