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What is my country of residence?

Understand what country of residence means when completing a travel document application.

Quick answer

Your country of residence is the country where you currently have a residential mailing address. It is not always the same as your passport country, and you do not necessarily need to be physically present there when you complete the form.

What to do next

  1. Use your current residential mailing address as the basis for this answer.
  2. Do not automatically enter your passport country unless that is also where you live.
  3. If you live in one country but are temporarily travelling elsewhere, use the country where you normally reside.
  4. If the form asks for proof of residence, upload the document requested for that specific application.

Helpful details

  • Passport country usually means nationality. Country of residence usually means where you live. Current location means where you are physically located at the moment. These are different fields and should not be mixed.

How eVisa Immigration helps

All your global visas in one place. eVisa Immigration supports travellers with visas, ETAs, arrival cards, and travel documents through a clearer online application experience. eVisa Immigration helps travellers apply with a secure online form, guided application support, document upload guidance, application review, email updates, and multilingual assistance where available. Approval depends on government review, eligibility, and the accuracy of the information provided.

Before you continue

  • If your residence situation is unusual, contact support before submitting.

Frequently asked questions

Is country of residence the same as citizenship?

No. Citizenship is usually your passport country. Residence is where you currently live or have a residential mailing address.

What if I am travelling when I apply?

Use the country where you normally reside, unless the application gives different instructions.

eVisa Immigration is an independent travel-document service and is not affiliated with any government.