If you’re an Indian looking to send your child abroad for schooling, several countries offer schooling visas for minors under 18. Here are some popular options:

• Switzerland: Known for its high-quality education system, Switzerland offers a student visa for minors. To apply, you’ll need to provide documents such as a birth certificate, application form signed by both parents, certified ID/passport copies of both parents, and proof of language proficiency ¹.
• Canada: Canada offers a Study Permit for minors, which allows them to study in the country. You’ll need to provide documents such as a letter of acceptance from a Canadian school, proof of financial support, and a custodian declaration if the child will be living with someone other than their parents.
• United Kingdom: The UK offers a Tier 4 Child Student visa for children between 4 and 17 years old. You’ll need to provide documents such as a confirmation of acceptance for studies (CAS) from a UK school, proof of financial support, and a parental consent form.
• Australia: Australia offers a student visa (subclass 500) for minors, which allows them to study in the country. You’ll need to provide documents such as a confirmation of enrolment from an Australian school, proof of financial support, and a welfare arrangement if the child will be living with someone other than their parents.
• New Zealand: New Zealand offers a Student visa for minors, which allows them to study in the country. You’ll need to provide documents such as a confirmation of enrolment from a New Zealand school, proof of financial support, and a guardianship declaration if the child will be living with someone other than their parents.

The benefits of applying for a child schooling visa include:

• Quality Education: Access to high-quality education systems and institutions abroad.
• Cultural Diversity: Exposure to diverse cultures and ways of life.
• Language Skills: Opportunity to develop language skills in English or other languages.
• Global Perspectives: Broadened perspectives and understanding of global issues.
• Future Opportunities: Enhanced opportunities for higher education and career prospects

BENEFITS FOR PARENTS-

1. Dependent Visa: In some countries, parents can accompany their child on a dependent visa, allowing them to live and work in the country.
2. Visa Extension: Parents may be eligible for visa extensions or renewals while their child is studying.
3. Travel Opportunities: Parents can explore the country, visit their child, and experience the local culture.
4. Improved Quality of Life: Access to better education, healthcare, and living standards for their child.
5. Increased Career Opportunities: Enhanced career prospects for their child due to international education and networking.
6. Cultural Exchange: Exposure to diverse cultures, broadening their child’s perspective and understanding.
7. Long-term Residency: Potential pathway to permanent residency or citizenship for their child.
8. Family Reunification: Opportunities for family reunification in the future.