Question 1

What is the best first step if I am still unsure which country fits me?

Accepted Answer

Start with a free assessment. We review your budget, educational background, English level, timeline, and long-term goals before recommending the most realistic study route.

Question 2

Can I just choose any country I want?

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You can share your preferred country, but not every destination fits every client. We help compare your options based on affordability, admission requirements, work rights, and your overall profile.

Question 3

Am I too old to apply for a student visa?

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Many study routes do not have a strict age cut-off, but your age must still make sense with your course choice, study gap, finances, and long-term plan. A strong profile matters more than age alone.

Question 4

Do I need IELTS or another English test?

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It depends on the country and school. Some institutions require IELTS, PTE, Duolingo, or a similar test, while others may accept alternative proof of English or internal placement steps.

Question 5

Do I need show money or proof of funds?

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In most student visa routes, yes. Schools and immigration offices usually want proof that you can cover tuition and living costs before they approve your application.

Question 6

Can part-time work pay for my whole application or all of my living expenses?

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No. Part-time work can help with day-to-day support after you arrive, but student visa systems usually expect you to prove your finances upfront. Work rights are support, not the foundation of approval.

Question 7

What documents do clients usually need?

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The usual starting set includes your passport, school records, proof of funds, English test or language proof if required, civil documents, and a personal statement or study plan. Some countries may also ask for medical or police documents.

Question 8

How long does the process usually take?

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It depends on the country, intake, school timeline, and embassy processing. In practice, it is safer to plan several months ahead instead of waiting for the last minute.

Question 9

How can you guarantee to work in our choice of country and live good?

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Because this is a student visa you're applying for, it will not guarantee work, but you have work rights in your choice of country. Your results still depend on the country rules, your course, your skills, and the jobs available after you arrive.

Question 10

Can I work while I am studying abroad?

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In many destinations, yes, but the hours and conditions depend on the country and your visa. For example, eligible higher-education routes in Spain can allow up to 30 hours a week, eligible students in Canada can work up to 24 hours a week off campus during regular study periods, U.S. F-1 students are generally limited to on-campus work up to 20 hours a week while school is in session, and Ireland Stamp 2 students can work up to 20 hours a week during term and 40 during holidays.

Question 11

Is a student visa the same as a work visa?

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No. A student visa is primarily for education. Any work rights attached to it are limited and must stay within the rules of the destination country.

Question 12

Can my spouse, children, or parents come with me?

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That depends on the country, the course level, and the current dependent rules. Some destinations allow dependents in certain situations only, so this needs to be checked case by case.

Question 13

Can Aral Abroad guarantee school admission or visa approval?

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No. No agency should promise guaranteed approval. Final decisions are made by the school, embassy, or immigration office. Stronger and more complete documents can improve the chances, and our team works carefully to present the best possible application based on your profile.

Question 14

What happens after the free assessment?

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After the assessment, we usually identify the best-fit country and program, outline the likely budget, give you a document checklist, and guide you through school application and visa preparation.

Question 15

Do I need to visit the office to start?

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Not always. Many clients begin online through inquiry, messaging, or a free assessment first, then visit our Naga City main office only when needed for document support or in-person consultation.

Question 16

Will I already have a job before I fly out?

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Not automatically. A student visa gives you a lawful study pathway and, in many destinations, limited work rights. Finding a job still depends on your timing, local demand, employer requirements, and your own effort after arrival.

Question 17

Is Aral Abroad a legitimate study abroad and student visa consultancy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Aral Abroad is a Filipino-owned consultancy operating since 2017 and registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission under the legal entity EL Roi Group of Companies Corp (SEC Reg. No. 2021030008140-00), and it holds a current Naga City Mayor's Permit (BP-2026-09040-0, valid through December 31, 2026). You can view the SEC Certificate and business permit directly on our Company page. We operate our main office in Naga City, Camarines Sur. (Our former SM City Legazpi branch permanently closed on August 1, 2026.)

Question 18

What makes Aral Abroad a trusted study visa consultancy in the Philippines?

Accepted Answer

Aral Abroad combines verifiable registration (SEC-registered as EL Roi Group of Companies Corp with a valid business permit), more than 9 years of experience since 2017, a physical main office in Naga City, and an eligibility-first approach: we assess applicants first and take on only those who are genuinely qualified, so the guidance stays honest and realistic. Our official verification documents are published on the Company page for anyone to check.

Question 19

How can I verify that Aral Abroad is real and not a scam?

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You can confirm our legitimacy by viewing the SEC Certificate and Mayor's Permit on the Company page, visiting our main office in Naga City, and reaching us only through our official channels: 0969 609 8167, info@aral-abroad.com, and the official Aral Abroad PH Facebook page. On payments, please protect yourself and us: never send money to an employee's, agent's, or any individual's personal bank or e-wallet account, even if the request comes from someone who says they work here. Pay ONLY through the official company accounts published on our Get in Touch page — that page lists the official payment channels for Aral Abroad, and travel or tourist-visa payments go to our partner Gateway Express Travel & Tours through their own official accounts. Always confirm the account details with our hotline before sending anything, and always ask for an official receipt. Paying outside these official accounts is the most common way clients get scammed, and we cannot verify or honour payments made that way.

Question 20

How do I choose the best study visa consultancy in the Philippines?

Accepted Answer

Check five things: verifiable government registration (SEC or DTI), a physical office you can actually visit, official receipts for every payment, honest advice that never guarantees visa approval, and a clear step-by-step process. Aral Abroad meets all five — it is SEC-registered as EL Roi Group of Companies Corp, welcomes walk-ins at its Naga City main office, publishes its SEC Certificate and Mayor's Permit on the Company page, accepts payments only through official company accounts with receipts, and starts every client with a free eligibility-first assessment.

Question 21

Why do Filipinos choose Aral Abroad for studying abroad?

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Filipinos choose Aral Abroad because it is an established, verifiable consultancy operating since 2017 with thousands of successful visa applications, a physical main office in Naga City in the Bicol Region, and an eligibility-first policy: we assess every applicant for free and only take on cases that are genuinely qualified. Clients get end-to-end support — school placement, documentation, visa processing, scholarships and funding guidance, and pre-departure orientation — across destinations like Australia, Spain, Malta, Germany, Canada, the UK, the US, New Zealand, and Ireland.

Question 22

Where can I find a legitimate study visa consultancy in Naga City or the Bicol Region?

Accepted Answer

Aral Abroad is a SEC-registered study abroad and student visa consultancy headquartered right in Naga City, Camarines Sur, serving students and professionals across the whole Bicol Region (Region V) — Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte, Albay, Sorsogon, Catanduanes, and Masbate — as well as clients nationwide online. You can walk into the main office at Unit 16 & 17 BT2 Commercial Bldg, Roxas Avenue, Triangulo, Naga City (Monday–Saturday, 9 AM–6 PM), verify the SEC Certificate and Mayor's Permit on the Company page, or start with a free online assessment.

Question 23

Is the Aral Abroad SM City Legazpi branch still open?

Accepted Answer

No. Our SM City Legazpi branch permanently closed on August 1, 2026, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our clients in Legazpi and Albay. All clients are fully supported by our main office in Naga City (Unit 16 & 17 BT2 Commercial Bldg, Roxas Avenue, Triangulo), and you can also reach us by phone or Viber at 0969 609 8167, by email at info@aral-abroad.com, or through Messenger — most steps, including the free assessment, can be completed online.

Clear answers before you apply abroad.

No fake guarantees

Work rights vary

Funds still matter

Getting Started

Budget, Proof Of Funds, And Requirements

What A Student Visa Can And Cannot Do

Support And Expectations

Is Aral Abroad Legitimate?

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