Basic Steps to Apply for a Student Visa to the U.S

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Basic Steps to Apply for a Student Visa to the U.S

http://www.settleinamerica.com/immig...udent-visa.htm

For more information:

http://travel.state.gov/visa/temp/types/types_1269.html

http://travel.state.gov/visa/temp/types/types_1268.html

In U.S.A:

F1 Student Visa for High School Students at Public and Private Schools

All applicants for F1 student visas must demonstrate that s/he:

1. has a residence in a foreign country which he has no intention of abandoning;

2. is a bona fide student qualified to pursue a full course of study;

3. seeks to enter the United States temporarily and solely for the purpose of pursuing such a course of study at an established college, university, seminary, conservatory, academic high school, elementary school, or other academic institution or in a language training program in the United States;

4. has a SEVIS Form I-20 from an ICE approved institution; and

5. can demonstrate financial support or the funds to cover the expenses listed in the SEVIS Form I-20.

In cases where the student intends to study at a public secondary school, the student must demonstrate that s/he has reimbursed the local educational agency that administers the school for the full, unsubsidized per capita cost of providing education at the school for the period of the student’s attendance. Additionally, the period of attendance must be 12 months or less. Violation of this restriction can result in a five year bar from entry to the United States INA Section 212(a)(6)(G). In most cases where a F1 visa holder attends high school in the US, s/he will reside with a host family. It is a good idea for the host family to execute a limited power of attorney so they may seek medical care or assist in legal matters for the child

An F1 visa applicant’s spouse and minor children may obtain F2 visa status. Children of F1 visa holders in F2 visa status may attend elementary school through 12th grade. Canadian and Mexican nationals who maintains actual residence and place of abode in their country of nationality may commute to the United States to study at an approved institution.


http://www.canada-immigration-info.ca/student_visa.htm

In Canada:

Documents required

* Completed Student Application form.
* Completed Supplementary Questionnaire for students and postdoctoral researchers.
* Official letter of acceptance from Canadian university, college or Technical Institute.
* Certificate of Acceptance from the province of Quebec (Only if you plan to study in province of Quebec)
* TOEFL/IELTS scores if applicable
* Passport, valid for at least one year from the planned date of entry to Canada, plus valid passports of any accompanying dependants.
* Bank Draft for the applicable visa processing fees ($125 canadian dollars)

Proof of Funds

Every applicant must demonstrate that they have sufficient financial resources available to them to pay tuition fees, maintain him/herself and dependants who go to Canada, and to pay return transportation costs without engaging in employment in Canada. For example, students without accompanying dependants must demonstrate that they have at least $10,000 Cdn plus the cost of tuition for a twelve-month period, plus the cost of transportation to and fro from Canada. Canadian $10,000 is the base amount considered adequate to cover all costs, other than tuition, for one person for a twelve-month period. Some educational institutions require that more funds be available; if the local cost of living is higher than average, more money may also be required.

After the Completed application forms along with the documents are submitted;

INTERVIEW - An interview with a Canadian Visa Officer may be required. If this is the case, you will be advised in writing of the time and place for the interview.

MEDICAL EXAMINATION - The Canadian high commission will issue medical instructions. Students and accompanying dependants must pass a medical examination.

If the student and accompanying dependants are found to be in good health and there are no other concerns with the application, the Visa and Student Authorization will be issued.

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