Job Description – Visa Manager (Study Abroad)
Position: Visa Manager – Study Abroad
Location: Janakpuri, New Delhi
Salary: ₹8 – ₹12 LPA
Working Days: Monday to Saturday (6 Days a Week)
Working Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Visa Manager with a strong background in the study abroad / overseas education industry. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in handling student visa applications, managing a visa processing team, and ensuring country-specific study visa compliance for various international destinations.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end student visa processing for international study destinations.
- Lead and supervise the visa team, ensuring timely and accurate submission of applications.
- Review visa documents, financials, SOPs, and supporting paperwork before submission.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of study visa rules, immigration policies, deadlines, and compliance requirements for countries handled by the organization.
- Guide counsellors and students on visa eligibility, documentation, interview preparation, and application timelines.
- Ensure adherence to country-specific regulations, including:
- Student visa validity
- Maximum stay permitted on a student visa
- Extension and post-study work provisions (where applicable)
- University and embassy deadlines
- Coordinate with universities, embassies, visa application centres, and internal departments for smooth processing.
- Monitor visa success rates and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance.
- Prepare reports and maintain accurate records of all visa applications and outcomes.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Total Experience: Minimum 6 years in the study abroad / overseas education industry.
- Managerial Experience: At least 2 years as a Manager, handling a visa team.
- Proven experience in student visa (study visa) processing for one or more major study destinations such as Canada, UK, Australia, USA, New Zealand, Ireland, or Europe.
- Strong understanding of study visa compliance, immigration updates, and country-specific regulations.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple country applications simultaneously.
Preferred Skills
- Strong knowledge of visa documentation standards and embassy procedures.
- Attention to detail and high accuracy in application review.
- Good coordination and problem-solving abilities.
- Familiarity with CRM and visa management systems is an added advantage.
Pay: ₹800,000.00 - ₹1,200,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person