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This step-by-step breakdown of the student visa process provides a general outline of the steps to acquiring a student visa for USA.
Steps
Step
Identify Student Visa Type
There are three different types of student visas, and the student visa application process varies for each type.
- Learn about each of the US Student Visas.
- Determine which student visa you need for your desired academic program.
Step
Take the Required Academic Tests
Most academic programs require academic test scores, so you must determine which tests you need to take before applying to universities or academic programs.
- Determine which Academic Tests you need to take.
- Register For The Test.
- Take the test in your home country.
Step
Register at an accredited U.S. College or University
- Find a University you would like to attend in the United States. See tips on finding a suitable university for you.
- Apply to the College/University.
- Fulfill all formalities of registration.
- Obtain an I-20.
(After all your registration formalities has been completed the College/University will send you an I-20 which you will need while applying for the visa).
Step
Apply for the Student Visa
- You will apply for a student visa and go through a visa interview at a US consulate in your home country. If your immediate family is coming to USA with you on a dependent visa, then apply for their visa at the same time as yours.
- Visa will be issued for the duration mentioned on your form I-20. (In practice most students get five-year visas irrespective of the duration mentioned on the I-20).
- If you are refused a visa, you can apply again and again. There is no limit to the number of times you can apply for a visa.
- Having relatives or family in the US does not disqualify you for a US visa.
Step
Get your Student Visa Stamped
Visit US Student Visa Stamping for more information.
Step
Communicate with your College or University
Communicate with your College/University for important information and key dates.
