If you want to visit a country as a tourist, for business, or to see family and friends who live there, you must first apply for a visit visa. Depending on the purpose of your visit, you will need to apply for either a tourist or a business visa. Tourist visas are issued to visitors who wish to visit a country for free time or sightseeing. These visas are only valid for a short period of time and do not allow the foreign visitor to conduct any business while in the country. However, the application process, eligibility requirements, and required documents vary by country.