On the other hand, we find the visa.
A visa is a document that allows you to enter a country other than your own.
That is, after you apply to the country you want to travel to, they will approve it and accept your request (while you are still in your home country). This will allow the border authorities to verify that you can enter.
In short, it is the equivalent of a permit authorizing you to reside for a certain period of time in a foreign country; allowing entry, stay, or temporary residence.
Therefore, and unlike a passport, a visa is necessary for the country of destination to identify you. It will be the decision of the destination territory to grant it or not, since they are the ones who regulate the entry of foreigners.
Its duration ranges from 3 months to 1 year, depending on the visa type.
For example, a tourist visa has a maximum duration of 90 days, while a residence visa can reach up to 365.
Another important difference is its format. In this case, the visa is usually a stamp that is placed inside the passport.
However, we also find cases where it consists of a card with a photograph and a visa number.
