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F1 Visa Information 

How to apply for a student visa if you are in your country:​
  • Fill out the Aston International Academy "Application for Enrollment."
  • Mail the application, or fill it out online here: https://www.astonusa.com/application.html.
  • Pay a $100 registration fee, or $150 registration fee if we need to mail you an I-20 via DHL. 
  • Provide a financial document that you or a family member in your country have enough money to pay for your school and living expenses while you’re in the US. We estimate $2400 for each month of study. For example, if you want an I-20 for 4 months, you must have proof of $9600. You need to add an additional $400 per person per month if you have any dependents (children or a spouse). If a US sponsor is going to support you, the sponsor needs to fill out and submit the the I-134. Directions and the application are here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-134
  • You must be at least 17 years old
  • Provide a scanned copy of the photo page of your passport.
  • After we receive your papers and accept you as a student, we will send you an I-20.
  • Visit this website - https://www.fmjfee.com – to make the I-901 payment of $350. You need to print the receipt and keep it with all of your documents - they will not give you a visa without it!
  • Consult the instructions for applying for the F1 Student Visa on the website of your local/nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
  • Have a digital photo of your face ready on your computer. You will need to upload this photo when completing your online visa application. The size of the photo must be between 1 inch and 1 3/8 inches (22mm and 35mm). The photo must be no more than 6 months old.
  • Complete the DS-160 application (this is your official F1 visa application) here: https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/.
  • Pay the F1 Visa application fee (cost varies by country).
  • Print the confirmation page of the DS-160 application after you complete it.
  • Schedule your visa interview.
  • Have a list of all of your social media names ready.
  • Have a list of all email addresses and phone numbers you have used in the past.

What to Bring to your Visa Interview and when you Enter the U.S:
  • Your original, signed I-20 document mailed by Aston International Academy
  • Original financial documents (i.e. bank statement) – these should be recent
  • Your passport
  • Your signed Aston Acceptance Letter
  • Your From DS-160 confirmation page
  • I-901 fee payment receipt
  • A printed copy of your photo (in case your photo upload fails)
  • Any additional supporting evidence
What to Expect at your Visa Interview:
  • Be prepared to answer questions about:
    • Why you chose the US to study English, and how long you will stay.
    • Your family members - where they live, and what they do.
    • Your current and past social media, email and phone accounts and whether you have friends or family in the US.
    • The cost of your school and housing and how you or your sponsor with pay for your time in the US.
    • Your job (if you have one) and salary in your home country.
    • Your plans for when you finish studying English, and when you return to your home country.
What to Expect when you Arrive in the US:
  • The customs official will ask to see all your documents.
  • The official may ask you questions about the reason or length of your stay.
  • The official may ask for your phone and look at your email or social media contacts.


Authorization: 
AIA is authorized by the US Immigration and Naturalization Services and by the Department of Justice to issue the I-20 AB Form, qualifying foreign students that wish to come to the United States and study English as a second language.

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  • ABOUT US
    • OUR STORY
    • OUR MISSION
    • MEET OUR TEAM
      • MEET OUR TEACHERS
    • BLOG
    • ACCREDITATION
  • OUR PROGRAMS
    • INTENSIVE ENGLISH
    • PART-TIME ENGLISH
    • TOEFL PREPARATION
    • COMMUNITY-BASED ENGLISH
    • PRIVATE LESSONS
    • VACATION PACKAGES
      • SUMMER
      • REGISTER
    • CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
    • ACHIEVEMENT SCALE
  • STUDENT SERVICES
    • VISA & TRAVEL
      • F1 STUDENT VISA
      • Change of Status
      • I-20 Transfer
      • Maintaining Your Status
    • REFUND POLICY
    • ACCOMMODATION
      • Help Me With Housing
      • Dormitories, Apartments & Coops
      • Hotel Recommendations
      • Hostel Recommendations
      • Cost of Living
    • TRANSPORTATION
    • PHONE SERVICE
    • TX DRIVERS LICENSE
    • INSURANCE
    • CURRENT STUDENTS
      • Student Handbook
      • Orientation
      • Student Progress Policy
      • Attendance Policy
    • FAQ
  • JOURNALISM
    • JOURNALISM BLOG
  • APPLY
    • APPLICATION FORM
    • REGISTER/PAY NOW
    • SCHEDULE
    • ACADEMIC CALENDAR
    • CONTACT US
  • WHY ASTON?
    • STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
    • STUDENT ACTIVITIES
    • PHOTOS
    • PARTNERSHIPS
  • EXPLORE AUSTIN
    • SPORTS & LEISURE
    • FOOD
    • SHOP IN ATX