As part of your application, you might need to provide certain supporting material. Again, criteria differ by nation and institution, however, the following is frequently requested of overseas students:
Photos for identification in passports
a purpose statement
CV/résumé
academic testimonials and letters of support
certificates and secondary school transcripts
For schools in English-speaking nations, proof of English language ability (such as a TOEFL/IELTS certificate) or another language test
Results of admissions tests (for graduate schools, including GMAT/GRE scores)