Converting Tourist Visa to Dependent Visa for Parents

To convert or apply for a dependent visa for your parents, you need to follow these general steps. Please note that specific requirements and processes can vary by country, so it's important to check the specific guidelines of the country in question:

General Steps to Convert or Apply for a Dependent Visa

1. Check Eligibility:

o Ensure that your parents meet the eligibility criteria for a dependent visa in the country you are residing in. Typically, this includes proving the relationship and dependency.

2. Gather Required Documents:

o Passport copies of your parents.

o Proof of relationship (birth certificate, family registry, etc.).

o Proof of your residency status (visa, residence permit, etc.).

o Financial documents proving you can support your parents (bank statements, employment letters, etc.).

o Health insurance coverage for your parents.

o Any additional documents required by the specific country's immigration authorities.

3. Submit an Application:

o Complete the application forms for a dependent visa, which are usually available on the immigration or consulate's official website.

o Pay the required application fees.

4. Schedule and Attend an Interview:

o Some countries require an interview as part of the visa application process. Schedule and attend the interview if required, bringing all the necessary documents.

5. Wait for Approval:

o The processing time can vary, so wait for the immigration authorities to process the application. You may be asked for additional information or documents during this period.

6. Convert Existing Visa (if applicable):

o If your parents are already on a tourist visa, you may need to apply for a change of status. Submit the application to change their visa status to a dependent visa, following the specific procedures of the immigration authorities.

7. Receive Dependent Visa:

o Once approved, your parents will receive their dependent visas. Ensure that they understand any conditions attached to the visa, such as the duration of stay and renewal requirements.

Country-Specific Information

• United States: You will need to file Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) and follow specific USCIS guidelines.

• Canada: You will need to apply through the Family Class Sponsorship program, submitting the necessary forms to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

• Australia: You will need to apply for a Parent Visa (subclass 103 or 804) through the Department of Home Affairs.

For precise details, consult the immigration website or consulate of the country where you wish to apply for the dependent visa.