Checklists
Know what to bring, before you go.
Simple checklists for the forms and applications people fill in most. Tick items off, print the list and keep your progress on your own device.
India
New Indian passportThe documents most people need to bring when they apply for a fresh passport through the Passport Seva portal.8 itemsPAN card applicationWhat you usually need to apply for a new PAN card online.7 itemsDriving licence in IndiaThe usual documents for a learner licence and a permanent driving licence through the Parivahan portal.8 itemsOnline exam formGet everything ready before you open a government or entrance exam application, so you do not run out of time.9 itemsAadhaar updateWhat to keep ready before you update the details on your Aadhaar, online or at an enrolment centre.7 itemsNew voter ID (EPIC)What you usually need to apply online for a new voter ID card.6 itemsScholarship applicationDocuments most government scholarship applications ask for. Always check the list for your own scheme.10 itemsOpening a bank accountThe documents banks usually ask for when you open a savings account.7 itemsBirth certificate in IndiaThe papers usually needed to register a birth and get a birth certificate.8 itemsCaste certificate in IndiaA general list of papers people gather when they apply for a caste or category certificate through their state portal.8 itemsIncome certificate in IndiaThe papers most state offices ask for when you apply for an income certificate.8 itemsDomicile certificate in IndiaWhat people usually bring to prove they live in a state when applying for a domicile or residence certificate.8 itemsEPF withdrawalWhat to have ready before you make a claim on your Employees' Provident Fund online.8 itemsHome loan in IndiaThe papers lenders commonly ask for when you apply for a home loan.9 itemsGST registrationThe papers businesses usually gather before they apply for a GST registration.8 itemsCollege admission in IndiaThe documents most colleges ask for when you take admission after school.10 itemsMarriage registration in IndiaThe papers couples usually bring to register a marriage and get a marriage certificate.9 itemsRation card in IndiaA general list of papers for a new ration card application through your state food department.8 itemsEducation loan in IndiaThe papers banks commonly ask for when a student applies for an education loan.9 itemsStartup and company registration in IndiaA general list of papers founders usually gather to register a company or recognise a startup.9 items
United States
US B1/B2 visitor visaDocuments applicants commonly prepare for the US visitor visa interview.9 itemsUS passport renewalThe usual items for renewing an adult US passport by mail.6 itemsUS F-1 student visaDocuments students usually take to their US student visa interview.10 itemsUS tax returnThe papers most people gather before they file a US federal income tax return.8 itemsREAL IDThe kinds of documents people usually bring to their state licensing office to get a REAL ID licence or card.8 itemsSocial Security cardWhat people usually need to apply for a new or replacement Social Security card.7 itemsUS driver's licenceThe kinds of papers people commonly bring to a state motor vehicle office. Every state sets its own list.9 itemsFAFSAWhat students and parents usually gather before filling in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.9 itemsUS naturalization (Form N-400)A general list of papers applicants gather when they apply to become a US citizen.10 items
United Kingdom
UK Standard Visitor visaDocuments applicants commonly gather for a UK visit visa application.8 itemsUK Self Assessment tax returnWhat people usually collect before they complete a Self Assessment tax return. Check the deadlines on GOV.UK each year.10 itemsUK driving licenceThe items people usually need to apply for a first provisional or a full driving licence in Great Britain.8 itemsUK passport renewalWhat to have ready to renew an adult British passport online.8 itemsUK Student visaDocuments applicants commonly gather for a UK Student visa. Requirements change, so check GOV.UK.10 itemsUK Skilled Worker visaA general list of items applicants gather for a UK Skilled Worker visa. Your employer and the Home Office will tell you the exact list.9 itemsOpening a UK bank accountThe papers banks in the UK commonly ask for from newcomers and students.8 itemsRenting a home in the UKWhat letting agents and landlords in the UK usually ask for before a tenancy begins.8 items
Canada visitor visaThe documents applicants usually gather for a Canadian visitor (temporary resident) visa. Your own situation can need more.8 itemsCanada study permitCommon documents for a Canadian study permit application. Rules and extra letters change often, so confirm on the official site.9 itemsCanada work permitCommon documents for a Canadian work permit application. The exact list depends on your permit type.9 itemsCanada permanent residenceA general list of papers applicants collect for Canadian permanent residence. Your program decides the exact list.10 itemsSocial Insurance Number (SIN) in CanadaWhat newcomers usually bring to apply for a Canadian Social Insurance Number.7 itemsCanadian driver's licenceThe kinds of documents people usually bring to a provincial licensing office. Each province sets its own list.8 items
Australia visitor visa (subclass 600)Documents applicants often prepare for an Australian visitor visa. The Department of Home Affairs may ask for more.9 itemsAustralia student visa (subclass 500)Documents commonly needed for an Australian student visa. Requirements change, so check the official site.9 itemsAustralian Tax File Number (TFN)What you usually need to apply for a TFN.7 itemsMedicare enrolment in AustraliaThe items people usually need to enrol in Medicare if they are eligible.7 itemsAustralian driver's licenceThe kinds of documents people usually bring to their state or territory transport office. Each state sets its own list.8 items
Germany address registration (Anmeldung)Newcomers must register their address soon after they move in. Each city has its own appointment system, so check your local office.6 itemsGermany student visaDocuments applicants usually gather for a German national visa for study. Each embassy publishes its own list.10 itemsGerman tax ID (Steuer-ID)Most residents receive their tax ID by post after they register their address. This list covers what to check.7 itemsGermany EU Blue CardA general list of papers for a Blue Card application. Rules and thresholds change, so check the official portal.9 items
Any country
Job applicationA simple list to prepare before you apply for a job.8 itemsSchengen visaDocuments applicants usually gather for a short-stay Schengen visa. Each country's consulate publishes its own list.9 itemsMoving abroadA general list of papers and jobs to sort out before you move to another country. Needs differ by country.12 itemsInternational travelThe papers and essentials people usually check before a trip abroad.11 itemsRenting a homeThe documents landlords and agents commonly ask for. Requirements depend on the country and the landlord.9 itemsApplying to a university abroadDocuments students usually prepare for an overseas university application. Each university publishes its own list.10 itemsWedding and marriageA general list of papers couples gather to get married. Rules differ by country, so check your local office.9 itemsJob interview dayA simple list of things to carry or check before an interview, in person or online.9 itemsNew babyA general list of the records and registrations many parents sort out after a birth. Rules differ by country.9 itemsBuying a used carThe papers buyers usually check and collect when they buy a used car. Rules differ by country.10 itemsExam dayA simple list of items most exam centres ask for. Always read your own admit card or notice first.8 itemsHospital admissionThe papers and items people usually bring when they are admitted to a hospital for a planned stay.9 items