Submitting your online Form A to your bank is the first step towards obtaining your PTA/BTA.
Following up with your bank using your A-number is important to ensure that your application is processed quickly.
Here’s what you need to do:
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1. Get the contact details of your account officer.
You need to get the contact details of your account officer or the bank personnel managing your account. This will enable you to follow up with them and get updates on the status of your application.
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2. Submit the required documents.
To speed up the processing of your PTA/BTA, it is important to attach all the necessary documents to your Form A application. These documents include the following:
- Duly completed Form A with the tracking number
- Passport
- School admission offer letter (conditional or unconditional)
- Invoice generated via Flywire, as well as any other invoice from the school with the payment guide
- Undergraduate certificate
- Letter of authority to debit your account
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Processing Time for PTA/BTA
PTA/BTA processing for the online Form A typically takes 30 working days. However, due to the scarcity of Forex, it can take up to 120 days to be processed. So, submitting your application well in advance is important to avoid any delays.
By following these steps, you can ensure that your PTA/BTA application is processed quickly and efficiently, and you can start preparing for your trip without any worries.
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