Visa & Residence
F-1 Student Visa
For students wishing to pursue academic study in the US, we manage the F-1 visa application starting from the I-20 and SEVIS stages.
Who is it for?
Suitable for students who have been admitted to an accredited US institution such as a university, college or language school and plan to study full time. The acceptance letter and the I-20 form issued by your school form the foundation of the process.
Required documents and conditions
- Valid passport
- I-20 form issued by the school
- SEVIS fee payment receipt
- Fully completed DS-160 form
- Documents showing financial capacity
- Academic background documents
How the process works
- 1
Admission & I-20
We review your acceptance letter and I-20 form.
- 2
SEVIS & DS-160
We pay the SEVIS fee and prepare the DS-160 form.
- 3
File Preparation
We organise your financial and academic documents in full.
- 4
Interview & Follow-up
We prepare you for the consular interview and follow the outcome.
Timeline & fees
Processing time varies by appointment availability and consular workload. We recommend starting your application well before your school start date.
Frequently asked questions
What is the I-20 form?
The I-20 is an official document issued by your admitting school and required for the F-1 visa application.
What is the SEVIS fee?
SEVIS is the system that tracks student records; the SEVIS fee must be paid before applying.
Can I work as a student?
The F-1 visa may allow on-campus work and internships under certain conditions; the rules vary by situation.
Let us map the right route together
Book a free initial consultation for this process and we will determine the best path for you.
The information on this page is for general guidance only and does not constitute binding legal advice. Processes and conditions may change.