1. VISA APPLICATION FORMS

• Form DS-160 – Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application

• Form I-20 – Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status (issued by your U.S. school)

• SEVIS Fee Receipt – Proof of SEVIS I-901 fee payment

2. Valid Passport

• Passport valid at least six months beyond your intended stay in the U.S.

• Previous passports (if applicable)

3. Visa Fee Receipts

• Visa application (MRV) fee payment receipt

• SEVIS I-901 fee payment confirmation

4. Photograph

• Recent passport-sized photo (per U.S. visa photo requirements, 2×2 inches)

5. Academic Documents

• Transcripts, mark sheets, and certificates of previous education

• Standardized test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, GRE, GMAT, SAT, etc., if required)

• Admission/acceptance letter from U.S. institution

6. Financial Documents

• Bank statements (last 3–6 months)

• Proof of funds (to cover tuition + living expenses)

• Affidavit of Support (if sponsor is funding your education)

• Income tax returns of sponsor (if applicable)

7. Interview Appointment Documents

• Visa Appointment Confirmation Letter (from U.S. Embassy/Consulate scheduling system)

• DS-160 confirmation page with barcode

8. Supporting Documents

• Statement of Purpose (study plan, goals, reasons to return)

• Resume/CV (if required)

• Scholarship/assistantship letters (if any)

• Work experience certificates (if applicable)

9. Visa Interview Preparation

• Prepare for common questions about your:

  • Study program and university

  • Financial capability

  • Career plans after studies

  • Ties to home country

Tip:

• For F-1 Visa (academic students) → You must enroll full-time in a U.S. school/university.

• For M-1 Visa (vocational students) → Proof of funding for the entire duration of the course is mandatory.