At Phoenix Immigration Consulting Services, this journey is made as seamless as possible. From the step of admission and throughout visa approval and for as long as necessary afterwards, we are here to provide the expert support you need in order for your studies in the USA to come to fruition.
The F-1 Student Visa is a non-immigrant visa which allows students to attend an SEVP-certified U.S. college or university, and enroll in a full-time academic program. And whether you are attending a university or college or a community college or language school, this visa permits you to legally study and reside in the US for the duration of your academic program.
F-1 visa holders like you have even more perks, including limited on-campus jobs, CPT internships, and OPT work opportunities after studying. For numerous students, this visa is the first.
In order to get an F-1 Visa, you will first need to be accepted to a school in the U.S. that is approved by the U.S. Government’s Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). Then, the school will send you the Form I-20, which begins the visa application process. After that, you will need to show proof of funds to pay tuition and living costs, and prove you will go back to your home country upon finishing your studies.
In addition, if your program of study is not exclusively English language training, you will need to satisfy the institution’s English language requirements by taking the TOEFL or IELTS exams.
The process starts once you get admission to a U.S. school. After you get your I-20, you will need to pay the SEVIS I-901 fee and store your receipt. After that, you will need to fill out the DS-160 Nonimmigrant Visa Application, and then upload your photo to your application as you complete your scheduling for Visa Appointment at your U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
When you attend a visa interview, a consular officer will ask you questions about your documents, about your academic history, your finances, and your plans after you get your visa. If you get approved, you can have your visa stamped and travel to the United States up to 30 days before the start of your classes.
The following documents will help to create a stronger application: a passport and a visa that will remain valid for 6 months after your stay, Form I-20 that your school gives you, the receipt of the SEVIS I-901 fee, the confirmation page for your DS-160, visa appointment confirmation, passport sized photos, proof of finances that meet your tuition and living costs, and proof of finances for and admission letter. You should also have your academic documents and passport.
We want you to feel confident and secure in your application process, so we made it easy to follow for you. We start F-1 visa applications by looking at academic history, finances, and long terms goals to help you qualify for the visa.
After that we help you in getting your Form I-20, get your SEVIS and complete your DS-160, and help you organize all your other documents. We prepare you for the interview by doing mock interviews and working with you on questions and answers you will be asked during the actual interview.
We are still here to support you even after you receive your visa approval. We help you with your OPT and CPT applications, program extensions, and dependent visas if you want to include your spouse and children. With us, you will never feel alone in the process. Phoenix Immigration provides help every step of the way.
Getting a visa is one of the key steps in your academic journey. Weak documentation or poor interview preparation can lead to unnecessary delays or, worse, denials. With ample experience and a solid success rate, we help you reduce the odds of failure and increase the odds of success.
To fit your specific needs, we tailor your plans to help you. We ensure stress-free service via routine updates and relevant information.
In your education and career, the opportunity to study in the USA is a milestone. The process leading to the F-1 Student Visa must be precise, professional, and planned. With your plans in place, you can confidently approach Phoenix Immigration Consulting Services for reliable assistance.
📞 Contact us today to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward your U.S. education journey.