Non-Immigrant Visas
Student Visas (F, J, M)
There are countless opportunities to study in the U.S. with academic programs for every interest. Study in the US requires an F, J or M class of visa. In most instances, spouses and children may accompany you on F-2, J-2, or M-2 visas – although they may not work or study.
Each visa application will cost $131 or BD 50.
For more information on study in the U.S. visit the websites below.
http://www.educationusa.state.gov/
http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/temp/types/types_1268.html
You will need an “F” Visa if you
- Plan a full course of study with a degree or certificate upon completion
- Maintain a residence abroad with intent to depart after completion
Requirements:
1. Passport
2. DS-156 http://evisaforms.state.gov/
3. DS-157 http://foia.state.gov/FORMS/visa/ds0157.pdf
4. DS-158 (available at http://foia.state.gov/FORMS/visa/ds0158.pdf)
5. I-20 A or I-20 B (issued from your academic institution)
6. Proof of SEVIS I-901 registration and $100 fee paid via Western Union, mail, or at https://www.fmjfee.com/index.jhtml
7. Proof of English language proficiency (per I-20 annotation)
8. Evidence of funds for total first year expenses (tuition, books, living), and proof that funds will be available for continuing years
9. 2 photos, 5 cm x 5 cm on a white background
10. Proof of binding ties to a residence outside the United States
You will need an “J” Visa if you
- Are accepted for participation in an exchange program
- Have sufficient funds and language ability
- Maintain a residence abroad with intent to depart after completion
Requirements:
1. Passport
2. DS-156 http://evisaforms.state.gov/
3. DS-157 http://foia.state.gov/FORMS/visa/ds0157.pdf
4. DS-158 (available at http://foia.state.gov/FORMS/visa/ds0158.pdf)
5. DS-2019 (issued by the exchange program sponsor)
6. Proof of SEVIS I-901 registration and $100 fee paid via Western Union, mail, or at https://www.fmjfee.com/index.jhtml
7. Proof of English language proficiency (per I-20 annotation)
8. Evidence of sufficient funds
9. 2 photos, 5 cm x 5 cm on a white background
10. Proof of binding ties to a residence outside the United States
You will need an “M” Visa if you
- Are pursuing a course of study that is not principally academic with a degree or certificate at the end of study
- Have sufficient funds and language ability
- Maintain a residence abroad with intent to depart after completion
Requirements:
1. Passport
2. DS-156 http://evisaforms.state.gov/
3. DS-157 http://foia.state.gov/FORMS/visa/ds0157.pdf
4. DS-158 (available at http://foia.state.gov/FORMS/visa/ds0158.pdf)
5. I-20MN (issued by the institution)
6. Proof of SEVIS I-901 registration and $100 fee paid via Western Union, mail, or at https://www.fmjfee.com/index.jhtml
7. Proof of English language proficiency (per I-20MN annotation)
8. Evidence of sufficient funds
9. 2 photos, 5 cm x 5 cm on a white background
10. Proof of binding ties to a residence outside the United States