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Types of Student Visa
Visa Type
Purpose
Program Types
Duration/ Conditions
F-1 Student Visa
Academic studies in the USA
Under-graduate and Post-graduate programs requiring 18+ hours of study per week
Duration of academic program plus 60 days
J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa
Exchange programs including studies and cultural exchanges
Students, scholars, and professionals for short-term programs and exchanges
Duration of the exchange program plus a grace period
M-1 Vocational/Non-Academic Visa
Non-academic or vocational studies
Vocational programs and technical schools
For the duration of the vocational program, no overstay allowed
Cost of Application
Visa Type
SEVIS Fee (USD)
Visa Application Fee (USD)
F-1 Visa
350
160
J-1 Visa
220
160
M-1 Visa
350
160
Documents Required
Document Type
Specific Requirements
Academic Documents
  • High school academic transcripts
  • Bachelor's degree (if applying for PG)
  • University acceptance letter
  • English proficiency proof (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE)
  • Standardized test scores (ACT, SAT, GMAT, GRE)
  • Provisional certificates
  • Letters of Recommendation (LOR), Statement of Purpose (SOP)
  • Work experience documents
How and Where to apply for Student Visa
Process Step
Action
1. Receive I-20 Form
From your university/college
2. Pay SEVIS Fee
Before starting the visa application
3. Complete DS-160 Form
Fill out and submit online
4. Pay Visa Application Fee
Required for the visa process
5. Book Appointments
For biometrics and US visa interview