A student visa is an endorsement that is added to a government passport, which permits foreign students to study at a country's qualified educational institutions. Any prospective student seeking higher education in another country must obtain a student visa from that country.

Government authorities issue business visas to travelers who intend to conduct permissible business activities and attend meetings that do not constitute labor or employment in a specific country. Common activities performed on a business visa include: Attending meetings.

A visitor's visa, also known as a tourist visa, is a type of travel authorization that allows individuals to enter a foreign country for a temporary period, usually for tourism, visiting family or friends, or attending non-business events. These visas are typically short-term.