USA planning starts with I-20 application. Prepare academics from class 10 to +2 or Bachelor level, including transcripts, migration/provisional certificates and character certificate, passport, IELTS/PTE, two letters of recommendation, one-day bank balance certificate around NPR 60 lakhs, CV, and SOP.
After receiving I-20, fill DS-160, book interview from CGI portal, pay SEVIS fee, and appear in interview.
Interview documents should include academics, IELTS/PTE, LOR, DS-160 confirmation, and interview confirmation paper. Tuition fees are paid after visa approval.
Approximate fees: I-20 application depends upon university and may be USD 60 to USD 150 or waived, tuition fee ranges from USD 12,000 to USD 50,000, interview fee is USD 185, and SEVIS fee is USD 350.
Key planning notes
- ✓Prepare bank balance certificate before I-20.
- ✓Keep DS-160 and interview confirmations ready.
- ✓Pay SEVIS before the interview stage.