The information below may be used as a guide for the F-1 or J-1 international student visa application process.
Upon admission to UCM, F-1 students/visa applicants receive an I-20 document and J-1 students/visa applicants receive a DS-2019 document by mail.
Additional information for the F-1 visa applicants:
For additional information, and to apply for a visa, please see the .
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The I-901 fee amount for an F-1 visa is $350 USD and the I-901 fee amount for a J-1 visa is $220 USD. Be sure to print a copy of the online receipt to show to the Consulate during your interview and to keep with you when you travel. To pay the SEVIS fee online, click . More details about the fee, methods of paying the fee, processing times and other frequently asked questions can be found
NOTE: If you are transferring schools, extending your program, applying for an F-2 dependent visa, or have paid this fee and been denied a visa within the last twelve months, you do not need to pay the SEVIS fee. The fee is transferable to another I-20 or DS-2019 as long as it is still in your name. Find out more about transferring your SEVIS fee .
Contact your local U.S. Embassy or Consulate to ask about obtaining an international student (F-1) or exchange visitor (J-1) visa.
A list of all U.S. Embassy's and Consulates can be found on the .
NOTE: You will need to upload a recent photo when completing the DS-160 form. Click for photo requirements.
After you receive the form I-20 (for F-1) or DS-2019 (for J-1) from UCM, follow the U.S. Embassy or Consulate's instructions to schedule an interview for your F-1 or J-1 student visa. It is important to apply for your student visa as far in advance as possible.
Per federal regulations, visa appointments can be scheduled up to a year before the program start date listed on the I-20. Please notice that we generally begin processing I-20s up to 9 - 11 months before the program start date.
Gather the following documentation before your visa appointment:
Remain calm and answer all the Consular Officer's questions openly and honestly.