FAQ

Q1 F-1/F-2 Visa 1,523

F-1 Student Visa?

Basic requirements for F-1 Student Visa include meeting eligibility criteria, providing necessary documentation, and following application procedures.

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Q2 F-1/F-2 Visa 1,031

Can I work on-campus as an F-1 student?

📋 Summary:Yes, F-1 students can work on-campus up to 20 hours per week during school and full-time during breaks. No...

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Q3 F-1/F-2 Visa 911

Can F-2 dependents work in the U.S.?

No, F-2 dependents cannot work in the U.S.:F-2 spouses and children are not authorized to workF-2 children can attend sc...

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Q4 F-1/F-2 Visa 1,863

What is the grace period after F-1 program ends?

After F-1 program ends, you have a 60-day grace period to:Prepare to depart the U.S.Transfer to another schoolChange to...

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Q5 F-1/F-2 Visa 722

Can I study part-time on F-1 visa?

Generally no, F-1 requires full-time enrollment:Undergraduates: Minimum 12 credit hours per semesterGraduates: Minimum 9...

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Q6 F-1/F-2 Visa 1,137

What happens if I fail to maintain F-1 status?

If you fail to maintain F-1 status:Your F-1 status is terminatedYou become out of status (unlawful presence)Must leave U...

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Q7 F-1/F-2 Visa 775

Can I bring my family on F-1 visa?

Yes, your spouse and children can come on F-2 visa:Each family member needs separate F-2 visaF-2 dependents can live wit...

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Q8 F-1/F-2 Visa 1,943

What is the difference between F-1 and M-1 visa?

F-1 Visa (Academic Student):For academic programs (universities, colleges, high schools)Can work on OPT after graduation...

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Q9 F-1/F-2 Visa 1,134

Can I transfer from one school to another on F-1?

Yes, you can transfer schools on F-1:Must be accepted to new schoolNew school issues new I-20Must transfer SEVIS record...

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Q10 F-1/F-2 Visa 992

What is SEVIS and why is it important?

SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) tracks F-1 students:Maintains electronic records of all F-1 stud...

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Q11 F-1/F-2 Visa 1,998

Can I work on-campus while on F-1?

Yes, F-1 students can work on-campus:Up to 20 hours/week during school termFull-time during breaks (summer, winter)Must...

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Q12 F-1/F-2 Visa 1,775

What is the difference between I-20 and F-1 visa?

I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility):Document issued by school (DSO)Shows you're eligible for F-1 statusRequired for F-1 vi...

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Q13 F-1/F-2 Visa 911

How do I maintain my F-1 status?

To maintain F-1 status, you must:Be enrolled full-time in an academic program (minimum 12 credits for undergraduates, 9...

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