Study in Europe,Study Abroad,Visa,Immigration

Study in Spain: ICFOnest International Postdoctoral Degree Program 2011-12

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 22 May 2011 18:46:00 +0000

Postdoctoral Degree Program

ICFO – The Institute of Photonic Sciences, a centre based in Castelldefels (Barcelona, Spain), devoted to research and education of the optical and photonic sciences at the highest international level. The ICFOnest International Post-doctoral Program (http://nestpostdocs.icfo.es), partially supported by the Marie Curie Co-funding of Regional, National and International Programme (COFUND) action of the European Commission, aims at providing high-level training and support for outstanding international researchers in the early stages of their careers, working in the field of Photonics. ICFO will provide cutting edge facilities as well as a stimulating, international and interdisciplinary environment to help Fellows become successful independent researchers.

Eligibility Details:

In terms of eligibility a candidate must comply with the following requirements:
1. Have not spent more than 12 months of the prior 24 months in Spain, and not be Spanish citizens/residents. Spanish citizens may apply however if they spent at least 3 years immediately prior the application deadline in a country other than Spain.
2. Be in possession of a PhD degree at the time of the application cut-off-point.
3. Have not been awarded the PhD degree more than 5 years prior to the application deadline. Exceptions are made for documented periods of parental leave. Women may claim up to 12 months for child, for a maximum of 3 years.
4. Be first author in at least one publication (either submitted, accepted, in print or published). Copies may be requested.
5. Provide complete documentation requested for application. Exceptions to the PhD degree requirements will be made for women with children and other documented career breaks. Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. No restrictions of citizenship apply to ICFOnest Post-doctoral Fellowships. The ICFOnest Post-doctoral Fellows will be hired by ICFO on a standard employment contract of 24-month duration to perform his/her duties within an existing ICFO research group.

Application Deadline:
Application Deadline is on a rolling basis until June 30, 2012

Further Details:
For further information about this scholarship visit below link.

http://www.icfo.es/images/jobs/Advert_ICFOnest.pdf

80 Master’s Scholarships 2011-12 for UK

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 22 May 2011 18:44:00 +0000

80 Master’s Scholarships 2011-12 for UK

We currently have 80 scholarships available for taught Master’s or MRes students enrolling in September 2011. These scholarships are open to applicants for all Master’s programmes throughout the University and are offered by every School or College. Awards are available for both full or part-time Master’s or MRes study. Details of all the Master’s programmes available can be found on our postgraduate course listings. Each Master’s scholarship is worth £2,700, which may only be used to offset tuition fees.

How to Apply:

If you would like to apply for a scholarship you will need to complete a Postgraduate Scholarship Application Form. This will be sent to you automatically once you have applied for a place to study at Swansea and are made an offer by the University.

Application Deadline:
Application Deadline is Monday 25th July 2011

Further Details:
For further information about this scholarship visit below link.

http://www.swansea.ac.uk/scholarships/research/whoiseligible,31045,en.php

Study in China

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 15 May 2011 07:21:00 +0000

Study in China

Most of the Chinese national universities provide Chinese language programs for international students, both short-term and semester program are available. International students should take the semester program instead of few weeks short-term course. Student can learn very limited Chinese skills within only few weeks. Students should expect to spend at least one semester in order to handle daily communication and make basis for the future studies. International students who have already studied Chinese language before can enroll into the advanced level Chinese language program. A placement test will be given at the beginning of each semester, and classes will be arranged according to the test result.
China has become one of the most popular study abroad destinations for international students because of its long history and exciting culture. Study abroad in China allows you to view things from a Chinese perspective. Merging the knowledge of both China and your home country will give you an advantage to explore potential opportunities in China for the future. When studying in china, you will have opportunities to learn more about the Chinese language, the Chinese people and local.

New UK Visa Policy for Students

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 15 May 2011 04:55:00 +0000

A statement of changes to the Immigration Rules has today been laid before Parliament, setting out how the student visa system will be reformed from next month. The reforms, which affect Tier 4 of the points-based system, were announced last week.
To accompany the statement of changes in the Immigration Rules bringing the first set of changes into force from 21 April 2011, we have published:

a statement of intent containing full details of the reforms;
revised policy guidance for Tier 4 migrants from 21 April 2011; and
revised guidance for Tier 4 sponsors from 21 April 2011.

The laying of the statement of changes was anounced in a written ministerial statement by Immigration Minister Damian Green.

Cyprus Visa Information :What documents will be required?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 23 Oct 2010 08:29:00 +0000

Passport valid for at least 6 months required by all except:
1. nationals of EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland who hold a valid national identity card with the bearer’s photograph. Passports must be valid for 3 months after day of departure for visitors not requiring visas. Those requiring visas must have passports valid for 6 months from date of intended stay;
2. holders of: (a) Laissez-passer issued by the United Nations. Nationals of Egypt and Israel can enter Cyprus with a Laissez-passer provided they hold an entry permit previously obtained by the Immigration Department in Nicosia. (b) Travel documents issued by the Government of the Republic of Cyprus to Cypriot nationals. (c) Documents issued to stateless persons and recognised refugees.

Application to: In person to the Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy or High Commission); see Contact Addresses section. Transit visas are issued on arrival in Cyprus, except for nationals of Iraq, Macedonia and Turkey who must obtain them prior to arrival.

Study in Germany:What is the cost of a visa?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:56:00 +0000

The fee for a so-called national visa (person plans to stay within Germany for more than three months, e.g. for a course of study) is 60 euro.

Applicants wishing to stay in Germany for a period of more than 90 days but needing to travel to another Schengen country within the first three months of their stay (e.g. scientists) may obtain a so-called national "hybrid visa". The fee for a hybrid visa is 60 euro.

The fee for a Schengen visa (valid for travel to 24 Schengen countries, stay of up to 90 days) is 60 euro.

Exemptions may be possible.

Study in Germany:How long is the visa valid for?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:56:00 +0000

Study visas are valid for the length of the study period
Short stay (Schengen) visas are valid for 90 days
Hybrid, Long-stay visit/Permanent stay (residence permit) visas are valid for periods of over 90 days

Other information:
US citizens in possession of a valid US passport do not need a visa for airport transit, tourist or business trips (for stays up to 90 days). The passport must not expire before the end of the scheduled trip.

Did you know that there are already 250,000 young people from abroad studying in Germany? Are you also about to take this step? Non-EU citizens need a visa to enter the country. This can be obtained from your local German diplomatic mission. As a rule you will be asked to submit the following documents: admission certificate to a German university or college, proof of health insurance, evidence of any previous academic attainment, a German language certificate or a planned language course in Germany, and documents providing proof of how you intend to finance your time in higher education. Applicants who have not yet been accepted can apply for a study applicant’s visa. It is valid for three months and can later be converted into a residence permit for study purposes after official admission. Another possibility is a language-course visa. However, this is only valid for the duration of the course.

Study in Germany:Time required to issue visa:

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:55:00 +0000

As a rule, missions require between two and ten working days to decide on an application for a short stay visa. Applications for visas entitling the holder to a longer stay or to take up gainful employment may take several months to process.

During the peak travel season there may be a waiting period for making an application to a German mission. Persons requiring a visa to enter Germany should therefore submit their applications in good time.

Business trip to Germany

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:54:00 +0000

- fully completed application form and required declaration
- two passport photographs
- valid national passport and ( valid at least three months. It should also contain at least two empty pages where the visa can be inserted ) and one copy
- original valid US alien registration card or valid US resident visa (type A, E, F, G, H, I, J, L, O, R) and one copy
- your current bank statement and one copy
- confirmation letter from your health insurance stating coverage with a minimum of $50,000.- (USD) for trips outside the US and one copy
- business references (letter from your US employer, invitation from German company or organization, stating that it will bear all accumulating expenses)
- proof of hotel reservation and airline reservation and one copy
- visa fees

Employment in Germany

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:54:00 +0000

- two fully completed application forms (pdf file) and required declaration in duplicate
- two passport photographs (strict requirements, see details)
- valid national passport and ( valid at least three months. It should also contain at least two empty pages where the visa can be inserted ) and one copy
- additional for non-US citizens: original of valid US alien registration card or valid US resident visa (type A, E, F, G, H, I, J, L, O, R) and one copy
- employment contract or letter of intent from your future employer in Germany and one copy
- US police certificate of good conduct (available from your local police precinct) and one copy
- Visa fee:

Tourist visit to Germany

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:53:00 +0000

- fully completed application form and required declaration
- two passport photographs
- valid national passport ( valid at least three months. It should also contain at least two empty pages where the visa can be inserted ) and one copy
- original of valid US alien registration card or valid US resident visa (type A, E, F, G, H, I, J, L, O, R) and one copy
- your current bank statement and one copy
- confirmation letter from your health insurance stating coverage with a minimum of $50,000.- (USD) for trips outside the US and one copy
- reference letter from your employer
- proof of group travel/hotel reservation/airline reservation and one copy
- visa fees

Study in Germany

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:53:00 +0000

two fully completed application forms and required declaration in duplicate
- two passport photographs
- valid national passport and one copy
- additional for non-US citizens: original of valid US alien registration card or valid US resident visa (type A, E, F, G, H, I, J, L, O, R) and one copy
- letter of acceptance of a German university/language school/college and one copy
- evidence that you have sufficient funds to support yourself while living in Germany and one copy
- Visa fee:

Germany Visa Information :Who requires a visa?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:52:00 +0000

Required by all except the following:

"****": Holders of SAR passports (Hong Kong Special Administrative Region passports) are exempt from the visa requirement.

Citizens of the following Countries do not require a visa to enter Germany.

All countries and territories that are members of the Schengen acquis, of the EU or of EFTA. Positive visa list of countries (also known as White Schengen List) from whose citizens no visa is required to enter the territory of the EU member states for a period of maximum 90 days.

Andorra***, Antigua and Barbuda , Argentina, Austria*, Australia (including the Cocos Islands, Norfolk Island, Christmas Island)**, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium*, Bermuda, Brazil***, Brunei, Bulgaria*, Canada**, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus*, Czech Republic*, Denmark*, El Salvador, Estonia*, Finland*, France*(including French Guyane, French Polynesia, Guadeloupe, Martinique, New Caledonia, Réunion, St Pierre and Miquelon), Greece*, Guatemala, Honduras***, Hungary*, Iceland**, Ireland*, Israel**, Italy*, Japan**, Korea (South)**, Latvia*, Liechtenstein**, Lithuania*, Luxembourg*, Macao, Malaysia, Malta*, Mauritius, Mexico, Monaco***, Montenegro, Netherlands*, New Zealand (including the Cook Islands, Niue, Tokelau)**, Nicaragua, Norway*, Panama, Paraguay, Poland*, Portugal*, Romania*, Saint Christopher and Nevis, San Marino***, Singapore, Slovak Republic*, Slovenia*, Spain* (including Spanish territories in North Africa with Ceuta and Melilla), Sweden*, Switzerland**, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (including the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man and Bermuda)*****, United States of America (including Virgin Islands of the United States, American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico)**, Uruguay, Vatican City, Venezuela.

Without a visa, however, citizens of the above countries may not stay longer than three months every half-year or take up gainful employment requiring a work permit. Excepted are the following.

- Citizens of European Union member states (marked with "*").
- If required, citizens of member states of the European Economic Area and some other countries may obtain a residence and/or work permit after entry (these countries are marked with "**").
- Provided that they do not intend to enter into employment, citizens of Honduras, Monaco, San Marino may obtain any residence permit required after entry (these countries are marked with "***").
- "*****": British Nationals (Overseas) with corresponding BN(O) passports are also exempt from the visa requirement.

Study in Swedan::How long is the visa valid for?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:50:00 +0000

A visa is time-limited and is valid for a maximum of three months in any six-month period. This means that if you have spent three months in the Schengen zone, you must leave the area for three months before you can be granted a new Schengen visa. If you have special grounds, you may be granted a visa for a longer period - up to a maximum of one year - a so called D-visa. Special grounds can for example be that you need to travel to Sweden to visit your children for a period of time that exceeds 90 days in half a year. A D-visa gives you the right to move freely within the Schengen area.

Study in Swedan:What documents will be required?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:49:00 +0000

If you wish to visit Sweden and the other Schengen countries, you must have:
• a passport which is valid for at least three months after the final date of the visa.
• money for your keep and for the journey home. Sweden requires that you have SEK 370 for each day spent in Sweden. In certain circumstances, this amount may be lower, for example in the case of a young child, if the cost of food and accommodation is paid in advance or if you are going to stay with relatives or friends. You must be able to demonstrate that you have sufficient funds for your keep with the help, for example, of bank statements or a document in which the person inviting you to Sweden promises to meet all expenses during the visit.
• individual medical travel insurance which covers the costs which could arise as a result of emergency medical assistance, emergency hospitalisation or medical repatriation. The insurance should cover costs of at least EUR 30,000 and be valid in all the Schengen countries.
Special rules apply for citizens of Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Russia, Macedonia, Moldavia, Montenegro, Serbia and the Ukraine due to the Visa Facilitation Agreement concluded between these countries and the EU. More information about this agreement can be obtained from the embassies and consulates of the EU Member States in these eight countries.

Study in Swedan:Time required to issue visa:

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:49:00 +0000

You will normally receive a response within two weeks, but processing times can vary at missions abroad. If you need current information about this, contact the Swedish mission abroad which will process your application. If the Swedish mission sends your application on to the Migration Board, the process may take longer. To be sure that you receive your visa in time, you should submit your application at least two months before you are due to travel to Sweden. During the June-August holiday period, the processing time could be longer.

Sweden Visa Information : Who requires a visa?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:48:00 +0000

If you wish to visit Sweden and are a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA, you will in most cases need a visa. Sweden is a member of the Schengen group of countries, which means that the visa rules of the Schengen Agreement are applicable. A visa issued in one Schengen Member State (such as Denmark) is also valid for visits to all other Member States.

Other Cyprus Visa information:

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:45:00 +0000

Restricted entry: The Government of Cyprus may refuse admission to holders of passports endorsed ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ or they may cancel the stamps. Other nationalities with visas or stamps for the ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’ in their passport, may be refused entry to the Republic of Cyprus or have the stamps cancelled. It is not possible to enter the Republic of Cyprus via the unapproved ports and airports of Ercan, Famagusta, Kyrenia or Karavostassi in the ‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’.

Nationals of any country coming to Cyprus for employment or studies must secure an employment or student’s permit through the Migration Officer, Nicosia prior to arrival. Applications should be submitted by the prospective employers or the directors of the schools.

Cyprus Visa Information :How long is the visa valid for?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:44:00 +0000

Maximum of 3 months from date of issue. Transit visas are valid for travel through Cyprus for a period of up to 5 days, provided the traveller is in possession of appropriate visas and onward tickets for the destination country. Multiple entry visa, valid for 1 - 5 years.

Cyprus Visa Information :Time required to issue visa:

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:43:00 +0000

In most cases personal applications will be processed on the same day or within 24 hours, but it may take up to 2 weeks if application needs to be referred to Cyprus (depending on nationality).

Cyprus Visa Information :What is the cost of a visa?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:43:00 +0000

Tourist and Business: €10,25 (free of charge to nationals of Egypt, Syrian Arab Republic and Ukraine provided holding onward or return tickets and sufficient funds to cover the duration of their stay).
Transit: €10,25 . Multiple entry visa: €34,17.

Cyprus Visa Information :Application requirements:

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:42:00 +0000

(a) Passport with at least 6 months validity.
(b) One completed application form.
(c) Two passport-size photo.
(d) Proof of sufficient funds to cover duration of stay.
(e) Onward or return ticket and evidence of hotel reservation.
(f) Fee (payable by cash or postal order only, subject to rate of exchange).
(g) For business trips, an introductory letter from the applicant’s company giving details and nature of business to be conducted. For students, a letter from the applicant's place of education is required.

Cyprus Visa Information :Who requires a visa?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:41:00 +0000

Required by all except the following:
(a) nationals of Britain, Australia, Canada, USA, Other EU, Japan for a stay of up to 90 days;
(b) nationals of Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Estonia, Guatemala, Honduras, Hungary, Hong Kong Sar, Iceland, Israel, Liechtenstein, Macao Sar, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Poland, Korea (Rep), Romania, San Marino, Seychelles, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Switzerland, Uruguay, Vatican City, Venezuela, and Special Administrative Regions of the Peoples’ Republic of China: Hong Kong and Macao for a stay of up to 90 days;
(c) transit passengers continuing their onward journey by the same or first connecting aircraft within 24 hours provided holding valid onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport.

Students Visas for Spain

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:35:00 +0000

This type of visa allows you to study or do research work in Spain for periods exceeding 3 months.

U.S. citizens do not need a visa to study in Spain for less than 90 days.

This visa must be obtained for studies under 3 months by all nationals that are not EU citizens or they are from the countries that require visas to travel to the Schengen countries.

The application must be submitted in person by you or through an authorized representative (it must have a notarized authorization).

Applications are not accepted by mail.

By submitting your student visa application you can also apply for the visa for your spouse and children under 18 years of age.

The visa will be affixed to your passport before you depart the United States and it must be presented at your point of entry into the Schengen countries.

Documents you must submit in order to apply for a Student Visa:
- 2 Schengen Application forms dully filled out and signed.

- Passport. The passport must be valid for the intended period of your stay in Spain with at least one blank page to affix the visa. Also provide either of the following: US drivers license, US State ID card, current student ID.

- 2 recent photos passport size with a white background. Staple one photo on each of the application forms.

- Letter of acceptance as a full time student from Spain's University/School or US program indicating: name, address and registration number of the school with Spain's Department of Education; (Ministerio de Educación de España) full payment of tuition, duration of the program, subjects of the study and hours of study per week which must be no less than 20.

- Health Insurance (original form): International insurance coverage for health/accident with a minimum coverage equal to $37,000 during the planning period of stay in Spain (or its equivalency in dollars).

- Proofs of financial means during your stay: Please provide one of the following:
     1. Letter from the University or School in Spain or in the USA assuming full financial responsibility during your stay (this is often included into the acceptance letter)
     2. Proof of financial aid or scholarship for at least $1,000 per month for room and board.
     3. Notarized letter from your parents or legal guardians assuming full financial responsibility for at least $1,000 per month for room and board. Suggested wording: “I hereby certify that I'm the (father/mother/other) of (...), will support him/her with a monthly allowance of at least $1,000 while he/she is in Spain and that I'm financially responsible for any emergency that may arise".
     4. Personal bank account statements showing at least $1,000 per month of stay.

-"Money-Order" to pay the non-refundable visa fee of $100 for US citizens or $ 92,40* for the other nationalities payable to the Consulate of Spain * For Russia, Ukrania, Macedonia, (ARYM), Montenegro, Serbia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Albania, and Moldavia the fee is $ 53,90 (no personal checks or cash accepted).

- Self-addressed and Pre-Paid US "Express-Mail" envelope from the USPS if you wish to have your passport retuned by mail. We do NOT accept any other type of courier of messenger service. Tracking of mailed items is the sole responsibility of the applicant.

- Evidence of your migratory status in the USA (Only for non US citizens): Provide your "Alien Registration Card" or “US Visa with I-20/IAP-66”(except B1-B2).

- Certificate of Absence of Police Records (Only for stays of more than 180 days) issued by the Police Department from the city/cities where you have resided more than six months in the past five years. This Certificate must bear the "Apostille of The Hague Convention" (Contact the Secretary of State of the issuing state). If the Certificate is issued outside the USA it must be duly legalized by the corresponding Consulate of Spain.

- Medical Certificate (for periods longer than 180 days): Doctor's statement (issued within 3 months from the application date),on a doctor or medical center letterhead, indicating that the student has been examined and found in good physical and mental health to travel to study abroad and is free of contagious diseases.

- Notarized authorization from both parents, with the Apostille of the Hague Convention (contact the Secretary of State for your state of residency) and a copy of the applicants birth certificate showing parents names (only if the applicant is under 18 years of age).

Additional Requirements & Time may apply

Applicants must submit originals and copies of the above mentioned documents. If your documents are accepted to process the visa they will not be returned.

Applications for this type of visa will neither be accepted more than four months in advance nor less than 7 weeks before the departure date.

The passport must be left in our office so we can process your visa.

It takes a minimum of 7 weeks to process this type of visa.

During this time no telephone consultations will be taken by this office regarding your visa status.

If granted your visa will allow you to study in Spain for the requested period of time, as specified on the visa sticker, (“del….al….”). Keep in mind the date format in Europe: Day, Month and Year.

If your stay in Spain is for a period longer than 180 days you will have to request, within one month of your arrival in Spain, an authorization for the completion of your studies as well as the proper student ID card from the Police Department in Spain ("Policia Nacional").

This visa will allow you for transit in the Schengen countries to and from Spain up to a maximum of 5 days (total).

Students Visas for Spain:Requirements:

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 10:33:00 +0000

The visa must be requested and collected in person at the diplomatic mission or consular office for the area in which the foreign national resides.

This can also be done via a duly authorized proxy in the case of a transit, visitor’s or resident’s visa for reasons of family reunification.

The required fee must be paid at the moment the visa is requested, and will not be refunded in the event the application is refused.

Any other requirements must be consulted in the diplomatic mission or consular office where the visa is requested, as they may vary according to the type of visa and the applicant’s country of origin.