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StudyTemporary

F-1 Student

United States

Official source
Processing time

4 – 8 weeks (varies by consular appointment availability)

Success rate

N/A

Duration

Duration of course + Optional Practical Training (OPT)

Min. salary

N/A

Requirements

7 items
  • Acceptance by SEVP-certified school and receiving Form I-20
  • SEVIS I-901 fee paid by applicant
  • DS-160 nonimmigrant visa application completed and submitted
  • Visa appointment (MRV fee applicable) and interview at US embassy/consulate
  • Proof of intent to depart the US after program completion (ties to home country)
  • Proof of sufficient financial resources to cover tuition and living costs for the full program
  • English language proficiency sufficient for the coursework

Process overview

Total: 1 – 3 months (from I-20 receipt to visa issuance)
  1. 1

    Receive Form I-20 from SEVP-certifying school after admission

    1 – 6 weeks
  2. 2

    Pay SEVIS I-901 fee and complete DS-160; schedule visa appointment

    1 – 3 weeks
  3. 3

    Attend visa interview at US embassy/consulate

    1 day (plus possible administrative processing)
  4. 4

    Visa issuance and travel to US

    1 – 4 weeks

Cost breakdown

  • SEVIS I-901 fee$350.00
  • DS-160 visa application fee (MRV fee)$185.00
  • SEVP school certification fee (included in tuition)$0.00
Total estimated cost$535.00

SEVIS and MRV fees are mandatory. Consular fees may vary by nationality. Tuition, housing and living costs not included. Costs may vary. Check official sources.

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