USA Student Visa (F-1)
For academic study in the U.S. Requires I-20 and SEVIS fee.
About this visa
F‑1 is the main U.S. academic student category. Your case is built around your Form I‑20, your study plan, and credible funding for tuition and living costs.
What officers look for: a logical academic plan (why this program, why now, why this school), believable funding (who pays, where the funds come from, whether the amount covers the first year and beyond), and a clear understanding of how the program fits your long‑term career.
Nonimmigrant intent: F‑1 is a nonimmigrant category. Your application should show you will follow the rules and that your plan is consistent with returning to Georgia after studies (family/work ties can matter).
SEVIS: most F‑1 applicants must pay the I‑901 SEVIS fee before visa issuance and bring proof of payment.
Comparison: compared to UK Student, U.S. student cases are also interview‑centered, so your plan and finances must be explainable clearly and consistently.
Required Documents
📄Basic Documents
💰Financial Documents
🛡️Civil and Security Documents
📋Other Documents
Application Process
Confirm visa category
Prepare core documents
Complete form
Pay fees
Interview (if required)
Decision and next steps
Important Tips & Advice
Processing Fees
Nonimmigrant visa application processing fee (MRV)
Official Department of State fee for non‑petition nonimmigrant categories (includes B, F, J among others). Fees may change; confirm before paying on travel.state.gov.
I-901 SEVIS fee (F/M)
ICE states the I‑901 SEVIS fee for F or M visa applicants (full payment) is $350. Confirm on the official page: ICE SEVIS I‑901.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the SEVIS fee for F-1?
ICE lists the I-901 SEVIS fee for F or M applicants as $350 (full payment).
Do I pay both MRV and SEVIS?
Yes, in most cases you pay the MRV visa fee ($185) and the SEVIS fee (I-901) separately.
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