Among the types of student visas, US student visas are considered "the most difficult" because of the strict conditions. In addition, due to the form of direct interviews, many students, if not prepared well, are likely to "fit" when meeting consular officers, resulting in insufficient interview questions convince.
To help students prepare for the first steps of their study abroad journey, Tri Viet will answer 3 common questions when applying for a US student visa. Here is some useful background information that will help you increase your chances of getting a visa. So do not ignore it!
1. What is the profile of US student visa?
Note that good grades in the transcript / transcript will help you "score" when interviewing, so if you plan to study in the US or any other country, you need to maintain academic results in class. too good.
2. How many steps to get a US student visa?
3 steps include:
Step 1: After being accepted by the school, the school sends students to Form I-20 students (*) for non-immigrant students after they have accepted the application for admission. Students sign this form, then pay SEVIS I-901 (**) US $ 350 and complete Form DS-160 - US non-immigrant visa electronic application (***).
(*) Form I-20: Official form of the US Government issued by the certified school. Students who are non-immigrant students must have this form to apply for an F-1 or M-1 visa. The I-20 form acts as proof of approval and contains the information needed to pay SEVIS I-901 fees, apply for a visa or change visa status, and to gain entry to the United States.
(**) SEVIS I-901 Fee: SEVIS - Student & Exchange Visitor Information System, which is an Internet-based system for monitoring and monitoring, has access to current and accurate information on non-immigrant students (M and F visa) exchange guests (J visa), and relatives (F-2, M-2, J-2). The SEVIS I-901 fee is the fee for F-1, M-1, J-1 visa applicants to pay to the US Department of Defense. Fees are used to maintain and maintain the SEVIS system. This fee must be paid prior to the visa interview
(***) DS-160: Form DS-160 is a mandatory form for all people who want to apply for a US visa for nonimmigrant purposes (such as studying abroad, traveling), and applies to both children. This is the procedure that you must complete online online before making an appointment. When filling out the DS 160 application, you need to be truthful, detailed and accurate, not to mislead the information, otherwise it will be judged ineligible to enter the United States.
Step 2: Pay the visa application fee by creating an account on the US consulate's online application page. The fee for applying for a US student visa is $ 160, equivalent to 3,840,000 VND (updated at the US Consulate website) and you will pay in Vietnamese dong. Keep the receipt after paying and then make an appointment to interview with the consulate via the website:
https://cgifederal.secure.force.com/?language=Vietnamese&country=Vietnam
You need to fill in information such as:
Step 3: Go to an interview for a US student visa
On the day of your appointment, you go to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate for an interview. Bring required documents including appointment paper, Form DS-160, photo of card taken in the last 6 months, current passport and old passport (if any) and visa payment receipt. In addition, international students need to prepare more documents to prove that they will return home after study time, academic records and financial proof.
During the interview process, the Consular officer will ask you about your program of study in the US, your study goals and your future plans. You need to convince them that you have a clear path to study abroad in America and will return home after finishing the program.
3. How long does it take to complete an American student visa?
Some institutions require that you apply before March for your September intake, so it will take about 6 months for the application process.