How to obtain an F1 Visa

Submit all F1 application materials to the Institution you are planning to commence studying, by the appropriate deadline. After verifying that the application is complete, the college or university will prepare the I-20 form for you.
You will need to schedule an appointment with the U.S. embassy or consulate to apply for the visa. The appointment must be scheduled in advance, and the student must have the I-20 form and required documents for the appointment.
- Students are also required to fill out the I-901 form, pay a $100 fee, and obtain a receipt before the appointment with the embassy. This form is available, and payable, online at www.fmjfee.com. For more information on the I-901 form and payment, please visit the SEVIS website at http://www.ice.gov/sevis/i901/faq2.htm.
- For more information on the visa application forms and instructions, please visit the U.S. Department of State website at http://travel.state.gov/visa/temp/types/types_1268.html.
- For general virtual consulting about studying in the U.S. in English, Russian, Chinese, Spanish, or Arabic, please visit http://vco-edusa.net.
If the visa is granted by the embassy, the student can travel to the U.S. no earlier than 30 days prior to the start date listed on the I-20. Students should arrive in the U.S. by the program start date listed on the I-20.

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