Visa approval: Check status online on immigration website.

You can know if your visa is approved by following these steps:

1. Check Application Status Online: Many visa application systems, such as those for the United States (DS-160), Canada, Australia, and the Schengen area, provide online portals where you can check the status of your visa application. Log in to your account on the official visa application website to view updates and notifications.

2. Check Email Notifications: Visa processing authorities often send email notifications regarding the status of your visa application. Check your email inbox, including spam or junk folders, for any messages from the visa processing center or embassy/consulate.

3. Contact the Visa Application Center (VAC): If there is no online portal or email notification system, you can contact the visa application center (VAC) or embassy/consulate where you submitted your visa application. Provide your application reference number or passport details to inquire about the status of your visa application.

4. Wait for Passport Return: If your visa application is approved, you will typically receive your passport with the visa stamp by mail or courier. Monitor your mail or tracking information provided by the visa processing center for updates on passport return.

5. Check Visa Stamp: Once you receive your passport, check the visa stamp inside to confirm that your visa application has been approved. The visa stamp will indicate the type of visa, validity dates, and any specific conditions or restrictions.

6. Monitor Visa Expiration Dates: After receiving your visa, make note of the visa expiration date, allowed duration of stay, and any other conditions. Ensure that you comply with all visa requirements during your travel and stay in the respective country.

If you have applied through a third-party visa application agency or service provider, you can also contact them for updates on your visa application status. It's important to check the official channels provided by the visa processing authorities to avoid scams or fraudulent messages regarding visa approval.