visas
word · lemma: visa
Definition
Official documents or stamps in a passport that allow someone to enter, stay, or leave a country for a certain time. 'Visas' is the plural of 'visa.'
Usage & Nuances
'Visa' is countable; always use 'visas' for more than one. Common collocations: 'tourist visas,' 'student visas,' 'work visas.' Some countries require visas for entry while others do not. Do not confuse with 'Mastercard/Visa' (the payment company).
Spanish: visados - visasPortuguese (BR): vistosPortuguese (PT): vistosChinese (Simplified): 签证Chinese (Traditional): 簽證Hindi: वीज़ाArabic: تأشيرات
Example Sentences
They applied for tourist visas to visit Spain.
basic
Many countries require visas for entry.
basic
We finally received our visas yesterday.
basic
Student visas can take a long time to process.
natural
Without valid visas, you might be denied at the border.
natural
How many different types of visas does the U.S. offer?
natural