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Tourism · Business Visits · Short-Term Travel

Short Stay Visa Consulting

We provide short stay visa advice, document review, and guidance on requirements before you submit to the relevant embassy, consulate, or visa centre.

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Advisory Overview

Clear Guidance Before You Submit

Our short stay consulting service helps you understand requirements, prepare your documents, and avoid common mistakes before you submit.

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Visa Type Consultation

We assess your travel purpose and passport to determine exactly which visa type you need - tourism, transit, business, or family visit.

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Form Review and Guidance

We review your form information for completeness and explain how to correct common issues before you submit.

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Document Review

We check your passport, photos, invitation letters, and supporting documents for compliance with embassy requirements.

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Guidance on Appointment Scheduling

We guide you on appointment scheduling steps used by VFS, Capago, or the relevant embassy.

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Status Guidance

We explain typical status updates and help you understand what to monitor after you submit.

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Document Review Pack

You receive an organised digital document checklist and review notes to help you prepare for your own submission.

Choose Your Package

Short Stay Consulting Packages

Two advisory tiers to match your needs - Standard for focused guidance or Premium for more detailed document review and support.

Standard Package

Ideal for individuals or companies looking for straightforward visa advice and document review.

R 1,300
per person · all-inclusive
  • ✔ Visa type consultation
  • ✔ Form review and guidance
  • ✔ Document review (passport, photo, invitation letter)
  • ✔ Guidance on appointment scheduling
  • ✔ Basic status guidance
  • ✔ Document checklist and review pack
  • ✔ Professional email communication
Book Standard Consultation
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Premium Package

More detailed consulting with added document review, guidance, and dedicated advisory support.

R 2,000
per person · all-inclusive
  • Includes everything in Standard, plus:
  • ✔ Provisional flight & hotel bookings
  • ✔ Invitation & cover letter drafting
  • ✔ Pretoria-based logistics guidance for embassy appointments
  • ✔ Detailed document review
  • ✔ Dedicated advisor
  • ✔ Proactive advisory check-ins
  • ✔ Travel insurance assistance
  • ✔ Guidance on document delivery options
  • ✔ Visa interview preparation guidance
  • ✔ Post-decision guidance and passport collection advice
Book Premium Consultation
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Start on Standard and want to move up? Simply pay the R700 difference, and we'll upgrade you to Premium.
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Disclaimer: VisaRequest is a private visa consultancy and is not affiliated with any government, embassy, or consulate. We provide informational and advisory services only. We do not process, issue, or submit government documents on behalf of clients. All visa decisions are at the sole discretion of the relevant embassy or authority.

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Questions

Short Stay - FAQ

Typical requirements include a valid passport, passport-sized photos, completed application forms, proof of accommodation, return flight bookings, bank statements (last 3 months), travel insurance, and an invitation letter if applicable. We provide a detailed checklist specific to your destination country after your enquiry.
We recommend preparing documents at least 6-8 weeks before your intended travel date for Schengen and European visas. Some embassies accept applications up to 6 months in advance. For tight timelines, ask about our urgent visa consultation.
No. We provide guidance on document delivery and submission options, but clients submit their own documents directly to the relevant visa centre, embassy, consulate, or official authority.

⚠️ Important Disclaimer

VisaRequest is a private, independent visa consultancy and is not affiliated with any government, embassy, consulate, or official immigration authority. We provide informational and advisory services only. We do not process, issue, or submit government documents on behalf of clients. All visa approvals or rejections are decided solely by the relevant embassy or consulate. © 2025 VisaRequest.