Top 5 Facts for Students on F1 Visa in the U.S.

Want to Study in US: The F1 visa category is reserved for students enrolled in colleges, universities, high schools, language training programs, and other educational institutions. The first step for a prospective student is being accepted for enrollment in an established school (university/college) that is SEVP certified.

We have made a list of the most common questions for international students on rules and regulations regarding F1 student visas:

Requirements for F1 Student Visa:

  • You must attend an educational institution or language-training program;
  • You must be enrolled as a full-time student;
  • The school must be approved by the USICE (US Immigration and Customs Enforcement) to accept foreign students;
  • You should show sufficient financial support to complete the study;
  • You have to prove that you do not intend to leave your foreign residence

Can you travel outside the US?

Yes. You can return to the US after an absence of more than five months. If your original one has expired then you must have a new F1 visa. Sign your I-20 to your designated school official before moving to the US.


Can You Work in The US?

The purpose of the F-1 visa is to enable foreign students to study in the US, therefore, there are strict work restrictions. Students with F-1 visas are usually allowed to work on the university campus, on which they study for 20 hours a week. There are also two training programs, under which F-1 students may be allowed to work. F1 students should always seek advice from the DSO (or foreign student advisor) before seeking employment in the United States.

How Long Can You Stay in The US with an F1 Visa?

When you enter the US, an immigration officer at the port of entry will issue you an I-94 card indicating your non-immigrant status (F1) and your authorized stay. This is usually a "period of status" or "D / S" on a student's I-94 card, which means that you will be able to use your academic program until then in the U.S. After the program ends, you have the U.S. There will be 60 days to depart.

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