How long can you stay in the US with the F1/F2 Visa? Students…
How long can you stay in the US with the F1/F2 Visa?
Students who have finished their course of study in the US need to return to their home country within 60 days of the end date listed in their I-20 Form. If the students wish to extend their stay, then they must send a request to the USCIS.
What other documents can the Embassy request for a Student Visa?
The interviewer may request additional documents besides the ones you provided such as: transcripts, certificates, diplomas from the schools that you have attended, standardized test scores which might be requests by the university/school you applied to, how you will finance your studies, living expenses and travel costs and that you will depart the United States after finishing your course of study.
Where are INTERNATIONAL Students in the US from?
Most international students who come to the US to study either for an undergraduate, graduate, non-degree programs are from China (around 370,000), then India (200,000), South Korea (50,000), Saudi Arabia (37,000), and Canada (26,000).
How does the process of applying for the Student Visa go?
First you need to submit and have all your Forms ready, which are the I-20 and DS-160 Forms. After that you need to pay for the Visa Fee and keep the receipt. The next step is to schedule the Visa interview and while you wait for it, gather all the documents you need. Last but not least you have to attend the interview at the US Embassy or Consulate.
Why is the United States the nr.1 choice for international students?
It’s no surprise that many foreign students are seeking to study in the US. The main reason why it is the number one destination for so many of them is that colleges in the United States offer a high – quality education, a culturally diverse environment, internships and career advancement for their students, specialized services for international students to support them and more.
How much does the F1 Visa cost?
An F1 visa enables foreign students to study full time in the United States at a university accredited by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). The cost of F1 visas is about 510 dollars per application, and you should apply at least three months’ prior to the start date of your course.
5 important tips to pass your Student Visa interview!
First you need to gather all the documents needed for the interview, this includes the I-20 forms or the study permit by the university you applied to. Second, pay attention to all the questions being asked and keep your answers short and clean. Third, before you go to the interview prepare and explanation as to why you want to study in the US beforehand so you don’t get stuck while being interviewed. Fourth, talk about your family and how you want to return to your country after graduating and last but not least be positive and confident, don’t forget to smile!
Can you study in the US with a nonimmigrant Visa?
The answer to this question is yes because the type of Visa students usually apply to finish their studies for is a nonimmigrant Visa called the F1 Visa. A temporary Visa is the right type of Visa students should apply for. If you wish to stay after your studies/Visa ends, then you can change your status by applying for an immigrant Visa for permanent residence.
