Visa Interview & Application Prep

Student Visa Preparation Guide

Country-by-country document checklists, common interview questions, approval tips, and rejection reasons — for Indian students.

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F-1 Student Visa

United States

Processing Time

2–8 weeks (vary by consulate)

Visa Fee

$185 MRV fee + $350 SEVIS

Interview

✅ Required

Approval Rate

~92% for Indian students (2024)

Check off as you gather each document

0/13 gathered

Valid passport (6+ months validity)Required

DS-160 online application (fully completed)Required

MRV fee receipt ($185)Required

SEVIS I-901 fee receipt ($350)Required

I-20 from US universityRequired

Admission letter from universityRequired

Financial documents: bank statements (last 6 months)Required

Property documents / FD / loan sanction letter

Sponsor's ITR and salary slips (parent/self)Required

GRE/GMAT/IELTS/TOEFL score cards

Transcripts and degree certificates

SOP (Statement of Purpose) — optional but helpful

Appointment confirmation printoutRequired

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