How To Get A U.S. Student Visa

Any international student who needs a U.S. visa to study the United States is required to apply for an F-1 visa. The process is actually really simple, and universities like Stanford will definitely assist the student throughout the process. Once you have been admitted into Stanford, the process usually goes as follows.

Receiving your I-20 and instructions in the mail Stanford will send you the signed I-20, which you will need to present to the embassy much later on. Aside from this document, you will need the following (some of which the school will provide for you.)

Materials needed: As early as June or July, you have to compile the following documents:

• A completed DS-160 form, which you can find online.
• A valid passport (valid until at least 6 months after your intended stay)
• 2 photographs (37mm x 37mm) with full face, light and no covering
• Proof of permanent residence in your current country of citizenship and residence
• A statement that you will leave the U.S. after your study
• Signed I-20A/B form
• Letter of admission

Sometimes you will be required to show documents proving that your family can support your education, so it is always best to have those as well. (For more information, visit: http://faq.visapro.com/F1-Student-visa-faq7.asp)