Visa Processing for USA
USA Visa Facts
Currently home to nearly 700,000 international students, USA is the third most popular international student destination in the world.
Six of the world’s top 100 universities are USA universities and they have one of the best higher education systems in the world. Studying in Australia is a great way to further your education with an opportunity to pursue an outstanding education from the leading institutions.
With seven of the best student cities in the world, you can also work up to 20 hours per week and full-time during your semester break which can be a great way to find study-related work or pay for your lifestyle in Australia.
USA is setting international standards for their excellence in education and if you are keen on studying in USA, we will give you the best advice in preparing your visa documentation in a manner that is comprehensive and accurately reflects your intent, ability and means to study in USA.
Applying for the visa is one of the last few steps and we are here to help you!
Documents Required
You must complete the following steps before coming to the Consular Section for your interview appointment:
At first you have to fill the online Nonimmigrant Visa Application, Form DS 160. To complete the DS 160 form you must bring your 2*2 photo, I-20, valid Passport and other required information. You should schedule an appointment for your visa interview at the U.S Embassy. After you schedule the interview date you have to pay SEVIS fee a week before the interview.
You have completed the DS-160, you must take these next steps below:
- Print and keep the DS-160 barcode page.
- Pay the visa application processing fee($160)
- You must schedule a visa interview appointment.
Once you schedule interview date then have to pay the SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) fee which is cost $350. You must pay the SEVIS I-901 Fee a week before interview, which is a one-time fee for each program in which the student or exchange visitor participates.
Documentation to prepare to bring to the visa interview
- Valid Passport: Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your period of stay in the United States.
- Nonimmigrant Visa Application, Form DS-160 confirmation page.
- Application fee payment receipt.
- Photo: You will upload your photo while completing the online Form DS-160.
- The I-20
- Transcript, diplomas, degree or certificate from schools you attended.
- Scores from test such as TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, GMAT or GRE
There is no guarantee that a visa will be issued. A consular officer can make a decision regarding the eligibility for a visa only after having reviewed the application and all supporting documents, and after having personally interviewed the applicants. Applicants are advised not to make any travel arrangements and not to leave any jobs until the visa has been issued. If the visa application is refused, applicants will receive the reason for refusal in writing. If applicable, the consular officer and the written document will explain what actions, if any, may be taken to overcome the refusal.
Why USA at NIEC?
NIEC also offers you a wide range of universities and courses in the USA to choose from where our experts will guide you to select the best fit university. With a high visa success rate, thousands of students choose NIEC every year for their higher education in the USA. With all the experience, we try to cover all the aspects of studying in the USA as an international student simplifying the application process for our students.
NIEC helps you from the start to the end i.e. from the career counselling to test preparation from college selection to VISA processing. We will give you proper guideline and preparation for the Interview to secured VISA.
Additionally, we offer pre-departure session to help you get USA ready so that you know about the basic to-do’s in order to begin your life in a new place.
Why do Students Choose USA?
The United States of America (USA) hosts the most number of international students in the world. Quality education, unique curriculum, multicultural environment, and abundant opportunities are just some of the reasons why many International students want to study in the US.
The land of dreams and opportunities, the U.S. offers high-quality educational options for students from around the globe. Be it for the quality of education or the career prospects after graduation, the U.S. has monopolized the attention of most all study abroad aspirants. With over 4000 universities across the country, the United States boasts of some of the top universities in the world. The universities and colleges offer a wide range of degrees and courses in all academic fields. You may find excellent programs at the undergraduate and graduate level of study. US degrees are recognized and accepted around the world for their excellence. 16 universities of USA are among the top 20 in the world according to the latest rankings. The American higher education system offers flexible options to students according to their needs and interests. At the undergraduate level, students can choose different courses before they declare their choice for major at the end of second year. This gives students time and options to explore their interests. So, if you are undecided about your field of study it is absolutely alright.
