[Solved] How to Bring Your Parents to Visit You Abroad: Visitor Visa Tips

Tokunbo Central’s answer: requirements differ by country, so always follow the official government guidance. People who have done it successfully share these tips:

• Invitation letter: explain who they are, the purpose and dates of the visit, and where they will stay.
• Your documents: proof of your status, address and income if you are sponsoring the trip.
• Their ties to home: evidence of property, pension, business or family responsibilities that show they will return.
• Funds: bank statements that show enough money for the trip, without large unexplained deposits.
• Travel insurance: strongly recommended, and required by some countries, because healthcare for visitors can be very expensive.
• Apply early: processing times can be long around holidays.
• Use only official channels: avoid agents who promise guaranteed visas.

Your turn: did your parents visit you abroad? What made the application go smoothly?