Visa Procedure
Most international students who wish to study in the United States will seek an F-1 (non-immigrant) student visa, but there are other visa types that are sometimes authorized for those who study in the U.S.
F-1 or Student Visa. This visa is the most common for those who wish to engage in academic studies in the United States . It is for people who want to study at an accredited U.S. college or university or to study English at a university or intensive English language institute.
M-1 or Student Visa. This visa is for those who will be engaged in non-academic or vocational study or training, such as associate or diploma courses, at any institution in the U.S. they are normally issued for short term program of study.
The High Commission must be given assurance on the following issues :
¶ One is going for serious academics
¶ Proficiency in English
¶ Sufficient Finance
¶ Intention of return
The following documents are required in order to apply for the visa :
¶ 10th, 12th, Diploma, Bachelors, Masters & other academic Mark sheets
¶ TOEFL and SAT/GRE/GMAT score sheets: You need to submit the entrance
Statement of Purpose (SOP).
¶ I – 20[acceptance letter from the university]
¶ Letters of other offers & rejections
¶ Financial affidavit
¶ Passport
¶ Financial documents
¶ Statement of Assets
¶ SEVIS receipt. (SEVIS is the Student and Exchange Visitor Information
System. It is the system used by the US government to track all F and J visa holders.)
After the Completed application forms along with the documents are submitted, in most cases, the visa will be issued within a few days of the submission of the application. In some instances, the process may take longer depending on the time of year, consular caseload or other factors.