When should you pay the SEVIS fee? The SEVIS fee must be paid a minimum of three days before applying for a U.S. visa. Canadian citizens, exempt from the visa requirement, must pay the SEVIS fee at least three days before seeking admission to the U.S. at a U.S. port of entry. SEVIS Fee for F-1…
What is an I-20? Each international student applying for an F-1 Visa (student visa) will receive a Form I-20, titled “Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant (F-1) Student Status – For Academic and Language Students.” Upon confirming admission with an accredited university in the U.S., the university’s designated school official (DSO) will issue you a Form…
If you’re an F-1 Visa applicant in India who has completed a successful interview (Consular Appointment) at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate location, or submitted your documents (Dropbox Appointment) at a Visa Application Center, here are various methods to monitor the status of your visa application and your passport. Visa Application Status Individuals applying for…
Securing a US visa appointment can be a challenge due to limited availability. You may need to check for open slots multiple times a day, even during off-peak hours. Encountering a 72-hour freeze on your CGI account due to suspected activity can be frustrating. When your CGI account is frozen, you’ll typically see this error…
Providing incomplete or inaccurate details on your CGI Federal Profile can significantly affect your F-1 Visa application process. If the biographical information on your CGI Federal profile does not align with the details printed on your passport ID pages, it may cause delays in processing your F-1 Visa application or even lead to automatic rejection….
Providing incomplete or inaccurate details on the DS-160 Application form can significantly affect your F-1 Visa application process. Almost all fields on the DS-160 Application form are compulsory and should be completed in the designated areas. Optional questions can be left unanswered, and if needed, indicate “Does Not Apply.” If you’re pursuing an F-1 Visa…
Best OPT start date is the date you provide when you request your DSO for an OPT I-20 and is the first day that you are eligible to begin working on an F-1 student visa. Note: whether you already have a job or not, USCIS has made it clear that you cannot start working till the Start…
The purpose of the I-983 Training Plan is to guarantee educational advantages for F-1 students during their practical training engagements. Both you and your employer are required to fill out and sign Form I-983. ISS is not authorized to offer guidance to employers regarding the I-983 Training Plan prerequisites. Refer to the guidelines for the…
I’m on F-1 OPT and qualify for STEM OPT. What does this mean for me If you qualify for the STEM OPT Extension (according to the current regulations), ensure to maintain your F-1 student status by updating your employer information and residential address as necessary. Remember: All existing F-1 regulatory obligations concerning OPT remain applicable….
Option 1) Online Submission for OPT Extension: On April 12, 2021, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that F-1 students pursuing Optional Practical Training (OPT) and the 24-month STEM OPT extension now have the opportunity to submit their applications electronically. Please refer to this link for the complete announcement. Submitting your application online is a…
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