The US has explained what foreigners applying for employment-based immigrant visas should expect during interviews, including ...

The State Department, in a move that could affect as many as 200,000 visa holders and asylum applicants, has begun its review ...

This page provides information on applying for and obtaining an F-1 or J-1 student visa. Unless you are a Canadian citizen, you will most likely need to secure an F-1 or J-1 student visa to study in ...

To enter the U.S. as an F-1 student, you will need to obtain an F-1 visa at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate. For more information on applying for a visa and travel to the U.S., refer to our Immigration ...

Christy Bieber has a JD from UCLA School of Law and began her career as a college instructor and textbook author. She has been writing full time for over a decade with a focus on making financial and ...

US government has revised the ‘public charge’ rule for immigration. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has finalised a new regulation that revises the public charge policy, making certain ...

Under new guidance, the Department of State will conduct expanded screening of all student and exchange visitor applicants, including reviewing online presence. Visa applicants will be instructed to ...

1. Pay I-901 SEVIS Fee: F-1 and J-1 visa applicants are required to pay a SEVIS fee which is used to support the SEVIS program. The fee must be paid prior to applying for your visa. A receipt of ...

It is advisable to apply for your visa well in advance of the date you will begin your studies, but not more than 365 days before the program start date listed in section five of your I-20. Applying ...