Who is eligible for the F1 Visa? To be eligible for the F1…
Who is eligible for the F1 Visa?
To be eligible for the F1 Visa you must apply and be accepted by an academic educational program such as a university or college, a vocational program or a language training program. Not all academic/nonacademic institutions are eligible for international students therefore you must check if the school you want to apply to is approved by the Student and Exchange Visitors Program, Immigration & Customs Enforcement.
What can American Universities offer to hard-working students?
If you are an international student wanting to finish your Bachelor/Master/PhD degree in a country with many studying and job opportunities, then the US is perfect for you. What makes American Universities stand out from the other ones is the diverse environment and support they give to international students which helps them find the right career path in a place with a wide range of programs.
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.
How can you finance your studies in the US?
If you don’t have the funds to study in the US some of the best options are to go to your home country education authorities where they offer their own nationals students money to study abroad, the international admissions office where they can assist you and scholarships and grants offered by American organizations.
How many International students have been ACCEPTED in the US?
The number of international students in the US keeps increasing but the peak was in the year of 2018/2019 where more than one million international students got accepted. In that year there was an increase of 0.05% where they contributed 5.5% more than last year.
Do you need Health Insurance as a F1/F2 Visa holder?
The answer to that is yes! Even though F1 and F2 Visa holders have access to medical facilities, without a health insurance plan it would be difficult to afford the cost of healthcare in America. Even if you are going to stay for a short amount of time in the US we suggest you get health insurance beforehand.
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.
Can you complete the Student Visa Application Online?
The student Visa application is called DS-160 Form and is completed online to make it easier for applicants. Keep in mind that when you complete this form online you will have to print it out together with your personal photo. You will also need the receipt of the visa fee payment which costs 160 dollars. All these documents are a must for the interview you will have to schedule.
