What type of STUDENT VISAS does the US have? There are mainly three…
What type of STUDENT VISAS does the US have?
There are mainly three types of Visas: F, M and J. Most commonly issued Visas are the F1 and F2 Visas. Both F Visas are nonimmigrant Visas which allow the F1 Visa holder to study for an amount of time in the US and if they want their spouse or child to accompany them, they need to apply for the F2 Visa.
Which documents do you need for a Student Visa?
For a student visa before your Visa interview you need these documents: a passport (original and photocopied), a nonimmigrant visa application which is a DS-160 form, application fee receipt, a photo which you have to upload online on the DS-160 form, also based on the type of school you applied to you need their study permit and proof of financial stability.
What can YOU benefit from studying in the US as an international student?
The US is known for its diversity which is the ideal environment for international students. As an international student, studying in the US it will not only give you experience with their flexible studying methods, it will also open up a wide range of career prospects for you. Universities in the United States offer many internship programs, therefore studying there can help your professional career get started.
3 things each International Students needs to know about the interview!
First, make sure you get all the documents you need for the interview (the most important one being the study permit from the university you applied to). Second, most embassies or consulates ask the same questions so make sure before your appointment to rehearse what you want to say in order not to get suck and third, don’t forget to mention that you want to go back to your home country after you graduate and keep your answer short but clear!
Where do you apply for the F1 Visa?
Even though you submit your application online, you need to print it out because the application of the visa is made at the US Embassy or Consulate, the day of the interview. Keep in mind that you need to schedule an interview and gather all the documents needed which you will find in our page!
How to extend your Student Visa stay?
If you want to extend your stay in America, then you can do that by applying through the US Citizenship and Immigration Services website (USCIS). You will have to fill a I-539 Form as well as submit financial proof to be able to stay in the US.
TOP 10 Countries for Receiving F1 Visas!
The US is known as a great place for students all around the world that’s why they issue around 300,000 Visas every year. Top 10 countries with the most issued Visas are: China, India, South Korea, Vietnam, Japan, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, Mexico and Germany.
Who can go to school in the US with the F2 Visa?
Dependent children of the F1 Visa holder are allowed to go to school in the United States. That includes elementary, middle school and high school. If the F2 Visa holder wants to pursue a undergraduate or postgraduate degree in America then they must change their Visa status.
