Acceptance
Acceptance letter and Form I-20 from a SEVP-certified institution.
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F-1 Student Visa
Study at top US universities with work options.
The F-1 visa is for international students pursuing academic studies at US universities, colleges, or language programs. It offers on-campus work rights, Curricular Practical Training (CPT), and post-graduation Optional Practical Training (OPT) including 24-month STEM extensions.
4-8
Weeks processing
12
Months OPT
36
Months STEM OPT
Eligibility
Do you qualify?
Key requirements to apply for this program.
Financial Proof
Proof of sufficient funds to cover tuition and living costs for the first year.
English
TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or SAT for undergraduate programs.
Ties to Home
Demonstrate intent to return to home country after studies.
SEVIS Fee
Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee before the visa interview.
Interview
Attend visa interview at the nearest US consulate.
Documents
What you'll
What you'll
need to submit.
We prepare a personalized document checklist after your first consultation based on your exact profile.
- Form I-20 from university
- Acceptance letter
- SEVIS I-901 fee receipt
- Form DS-160 confirmation
- Passport
- Financial documents
- TOEFL / IELTS / Duolingo scores
- Academic transcripts
- Photograph as per US specs
Process
Your step-by-step
Your step-by-step
journey.
01
University Application
Apply to 5-8 US universities.
3-6 months
02
Acceptance & I-20
Receive acceptance and I-20 form.
2-4 weeks
03
SEVIS Fee & DS-160
Pay SEVIS fee and complete DS-160 form.
1-2 weeks
04
Visa Interview
Attend visa interview at US consulate.
1-2 weeks
05
Visa & Travel
Receive F-1 and travel up to 30 days before start.
Immediate
Fees
What it costs.
Transparent breakdown. No hidden charges.
SEVIS I-901 fee
$350
MRV visa application fee
$185
Tuition (per year)
$20,000-60,000
Living costs
$12,000-20,000
TOEFL / IELTS
₹15,000-20,000
Questions
Common questions.
Yes. On-campus work up to 20 hrs/week during term. Off-campus requires CPT or OPT authorization.
Optional Practical Training is 12 months of work authorization after graduation. STEM graduates get an additional 24 months.
Yes, but you must maintain full-time enrollment and follow SEVIS transfer procedures.
Start your journey
Book your free
Book your free
consultation.
30 minutes with a licensed consultant. No obligation. No cost.