Applying for a Visa
Where should you apply for a US student visa
The people aiming to apply international students visas should do it though the assistance of the US embassy or consulate in their country of permanent residence. Moreover, the international student visa applicants may apply at any US consular office abroad, but it may be more difficult to qualify for the visa outside the country of permanent residence.
However, in most countries, first time international student visa applicants are demanded to appear for an interview. But, each embassy and consulate sets its own interview policies and procedures regarding these international student visas, therefore, learners should consult their local consular office for specific application instructions.
When should you apply for an international student visa
Applicants should remember that June, July, and August are the busiest months in most embassies and consulates, that's why interview appointments are usually very difficult to get during that period. Besides, it is a good idea for students to bring all the documents described in the section Forms and documents on their first visit as well as to apply for their international student visa several weeks before they plan to travel. But, learners should not apply more than 90 days before the registration date noted on the I-20 form.
Applicants who are not eligible for a student immigration visa
There exist classes of persons who are not eligible to receive international student visas. Such information is included in the Nonimmigrant Visa Application Form DS-156 lists. At the same time, an applicant who is not eligible, but who may enter the US as a student, is available to apply for a waiver and be issued an international student visa if the waiver is approved.