USA Student Visa

Required Documents for a U.S. Student Visa (F-1/M-1 Visa)

You need to prepare and submit the following essential documents:

1. Valid Passport
– Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay in the U.S.

2. Form DS-160 (Nonimmigrant Visa Application)
3. Form I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status)
4. SEVIS Fee Payment Receipt (I-901)
5. Visa Application Fee Payment Receipt
6. Visa Interview Appointment Confirmation

7. Financial Evidence
– You need to show proof that you or your sponsor can support your tuition fees, living expenses, and other costs during your stay in the U.S. Acceptable documents include:
– Bank statements
– Scholarship or grant letters
– Affidavit of support from a sponsor
– Financial guarantee letters from sponsors or institutions
– Proof of assets (e.g., property, investments)

8. Academic Documents
– Provide your educational transcripts, diplomas, degrees, or certificates from previous institutions.

9. Standardized Test Scores (if applicable)
– Bring test scores such as TOEFL, IELTS, GRE, GMAT, or any other required by your U.S. university.

10. Proof of Ties to Your Home Country
– To demonstrate your intent to return home after your studies, provide evidence such as:
– Family ties
– Property ownership
– Employment offers or job commitments

11. CV/Resume
– If required by your program or university, you can bring a copy of your curriculum vitae (CV) or resume to present at the visa interview.

12. Health Insurance Proof
– Although not mandatory for the visa interview, some universities require proof of health insurance coverage for students.