The F-1 Visa is a U.S. non-immigrant visa that allows international students to pursue full-time academic study at accredited U.S. institutions, including universities, colleges, high schools, private elementary schools, seminaries, conservatories, or language training programs.
The F-1 Visa is the most common student visa for those seeking a high-quality education and global opportunities in the United States.
✅ Students accepted to a U.S. SEVP-approved school
✅ Individuals pursuing full-time academic programs in the U.S.
✅ Students able to show sufficient financial resources to cover tuition and living expenses
✅ Applicants intending to return to their home country after completing their studies
✔️ Study full-time at top U.S. institutions
✔️ Access Optional Practical Training (OPT) after graduation
✔️ Work on-campus during studies (part-time)
✔️ Eligible for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) during studies (if applicable)
✔️ Bring dependents to the U.S. (spouse and children)
✔️ Opportunities to build a professional network in the U.S.
To qualify for an F-1 Visa, applicants must:
✅ Be accepted to a U.S. SEVP-approved school
✅ Receive Form I-20 from the U.S. school
✅ Pay the SEVIS fee
✅ Show proof of sufficient financial resources
✅ Demonstrate strong ties to home country and intent to return after studies
✅ Meet English language proficiency requirements (as required by the institution)
Students may stay in the U.S. for the duration of their program, as indicated on Form I-20
Additional 60-day grace period after program completion
Eligible for OPT (up to 12 months or longer for STEM programs) after graduation
Valid passport
DS-160 confirmation page
Form I-20 issued by U.S. school
SEVIS fee payment receipt
Financial evidence (bank statements, affidavits of support, scholarship letters)
Proof of academic qualifications (transcripts, diplomas, test scores)
Proof of English proficiency (if required)
Visa application fee receipt
F-1 Visa holders can bring:
Spouse and unmarried children under 21 on F-2 dependent visas
F-2 dependents may study in the U.S.
F-2 dependents cannot work while on F-2 visa
✅ Guidance on selecting U.S. schools and programs
✅ Help with preparing financial documents
✅ Step-by-step visa application assistance
✅ Interview preparation to increase visa approval chances
✅ Full support from admission to visa issuance
