Bank Statement PDFs: Reduce Size and Keep Legibility

Bank statements are often the largest files in visa packets. The goal is reducing file size without losing key financial details.

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Workflow

  • Export statement as PDF directly when available.
  • Use compression with quality checks on transaction rows.
  • Split and merge monthly statements only when required.

Checklist

  • Do not over-compress tiny text.
  • Keep account holder details visible.
  • Use grayscale if color is not required.

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