"To obtain a visa" means that you need to go through a process to get official permission to enter or stay in a country that is not your own. Full definition
This will prevent you from making legal errors that could prevent or delay you from obtaining a visa for your prospective adoptive child. (adoptfamilyconnections.org)
First of all I would like to apologize for my late arrival due to problems in obtaining a visa. (religion-online.org)
If a change becomes necessary, a substitute will be offered.Please check visa requirements with your local consulate (s); the responsibility for obtaining a visa rests with the traveler. (tripcentral.ca)