Wondering how to apply for U.S. student visa?

US Consulate General Karachi
25 Apr 202317:32

Summary

TLDRThis video, presented by EducationUSA in partnership with the U.S. Mission in Pakistan, provides crucial information about student visas for Pakistani students aspiring to study in the U.S. Senior EducationUSA advisor Shiza and U.S. Consular Officer Denise discuss various student visa types (F, J, M), application procedures, required documents, interview tips, and common misconceptions. They also emphasize honesty in the interview process, early visa applications, and using official sources for guidance. The session encourages prospective students to pursue U.S. education and offers tips for a successful visa application experience.

Takeaways

  • 🌍 Education USA provides free advising services for students in Pakistan interested in studying in the U.S., with centers in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi.
  • 🎓 There are three main types of U.S. student visas: F (for most academic programs), J (for exchange programs), and M (for vocational programs).
  • 📄 Students receive an I-20 form (F and M visas) or a DS-2019 form (J visa) from their academic institution or sponsor once accepted.
  • 💻 To apply for a visa, students must fill out the DS-160 form online, pay the visa fee, and schedule an interview. They also need to pay the SEVIS fee.
  • 📅 F and M visas can now be issued up to 365 days before the program start date, giving students more time to prepare.
  • 🗂 For the visa interview, students should bring their passport, a recent photo, I-20 or DS-2019 form, and receipts for visa application and SEVIS fees.
  • 🗣 During the visa interview, the Consular officer wants to learn about the student's academic goals, financial ability, and plans after completing their studies.
  • 🚨 Honesty is key during the visa application process, as providing false information can lead to serious consequences, including visa denial.
  • 🔄 If a visa is refused, students can reapply if significant circumstances have changed, or they can provide new information.
  • 🎯 Some Pakistani students may be eligible for the interview waiver program, allowing them to renew their visas without an interview if they meet specific criteria.

Q & A

  • What services does Education USA provide to students interested in studying in the United States?

    -Education USA provides free advising services to students considering pursuing their bachelor's, master's, or PhD in the U.S. They help students find a U.S. academic program that best fits their needs by offering accurate, comprehensive, and current information through one-on-one appointments, emails, phone calls, and online sessions.

  • What are the different types of U.S. student visas, and which one should students apply for?

    -There are three categories of U.S. student visas: F, J, and M visas. Most students apply for the F visa, which covers academic and language programs. The J visa is for specific exchange programs, while the M visa is for vocational or non-academic programs. Students should apply for the visa that matches the program they are accepted into (F or M for academic programs and J for exchange programs).

  • How do students obtain the I-20 or DS-2019 form necessary for their visa application?

    -Students receive the I-20 (for F or M visas) or DS-2019 (for J visas) from their U.S. academic institution or program sponsor after being accepted into a program. These forms are necessary to apply for a U.S. student visa.

  • What is the process for applying for a U.S. student visa after receiving the I-20 or DS-2019 form?

    -Students should start by filling out the DS-160 form on the Consular Electronic Application Center website (ciac.state.gov), pay the application fee, and schedule an interview. They also need to pay the SEVIS fee at fmjfee.com. During the interview, students must select the appropriate student visa category.

  • What documents are required for the U.S. student visa interview?

    -The required documents include a valid passport, a recent photo taken within the last six months, the I-20 or DS-2019 form, and receipts for the visa application fee and SEVIS fee payment. Students are also advised to bring financial and academic documents, though the consular officer may not ask to review all of them.

  • What is the consular officer looking for during the student visa interview?

    -The consular officer wants to learn about the applicant’s academic interests and future plans. They may ask about the student’s chosen field of study, reasons for selecting the program, how they plan to fund their education, and their plans after completing their studies in the U.S. The officer focuses on the applicant's story rather than reviewing extensive paperwork.

  • How early should students apply for a U.S. student visa?

    -Students should apply as early as possible to avoid missing their program's start date. F and M visas can now be issued up to 365 days before the program's start date. It's advisable to schedule the visa interview as soon as the I-20 form is received.

  • What should students avoid when preparing for the visa interview?

    -Students should avoid providing false information or fake documents, as this could have serious consequences, including affecting future visa eligibility. It's essential to be honest and genuine during the interview.

  • Can a student reapply for a visa if it is refused?

    -Yes, students can reapply if their visa was refused for reasons such as immigrant intent, but only if their circumstances have changed or they have new information. However, if the refusal was due to administrative processing, students should wait until the processing is complete before reapplying.

  • Is there a misconception that only students applying to well-known U.S. universities are granted visas?

    -Yes, there is a misconception that students only get visas if they apply to top or well-known universities. This is not true, as both public and private institutions of all sizes in the U.S. are approved to admit international students. The student's choice of university is not grounds for visa refusal.

Outlines

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🎓 Welcome to the Education USA International Student Visa Talk

The speaker welcomes the audience to the Education USA event, highlighting its partnership with the U.S. Mission in Pakistan. She introduces herself as the Senior Education USA Advisor in Karachi and explains that Education USA provides free advising services for students interested in pursuing higher education in the U.S. The organization operates over 400 centers worldwide and offers support through one-on-one appointments, emails, and phone calls. The speaker encourages students to visit the Education USA website for more information.

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👩‍💼 Introduction of U.S. Consular Officer Denise Austinmer

The speaker introduces Denise Austinmer, a U.S. Consular Officer, who will address common questions regarding international student visas. Denise emphasizes that the U.S. welcomes international students and understands that many have questions about the visa process, interview requirements, and eligibility. The goal of the session is to clarify these concerns and assist prospective students in navigating the visa application process.

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📑 Types of U.S. Student Visas Explained

Denise outlines the three main categories of U.S. student visas: F, J, and M. She explains that F visas are for most academic and language programs, J visas are for specific exchange programs, and M visas are for vocational or non-academic students. The speaker clarifies that the type of visa depends on the program a student is accepted into and the form they are issued (I-20 for F or M visas and DS-2019 for J visas).

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📝 How to Obtain the I-20 or DS-2019 Form

Denise explains that students receive the I-20 or DS-2019 forms from their academic institutions or program sponsors after acceptance. These forms are essential for applying for a student visa. Students should also receive additional guidance on visa applications and preparing for their program start in the U.S.

💻 Student Visa Application Process: Step-by-Step

Denise walks through the process of applying for a U.S. student visa. Students must first fill out the DS-160 application form on the Consular Electronic Application Center website, pay the necessary fees, and schedule an interview. Additionally, students need to pay a SEVIS fee at a separate site (fmjfee.com) and ensure their passports are valid for at least six months after their planned U.S. arrival.

✅ Key Tips for Completing the DS-160 Form

Students are advised to be honest when filling out the DS-160 form and ensure that their personal details, such as name and birthdate, match their passport. Denise answers the frequently asked question about how soon students should apply for their visas, recommending that they start the process as early as possible to avoid delays. She also shares an update: F and M visas can now be issued up to 365 days before the program start date, providing students more time to prepare.

🗂️ What Documents to Bring to the Visa Interview

Denise provides a list of required documents for the visa interview: passport, a recent photo, the I-20 or DS-2019 form, and receipts for visa application and SEVIS fee payments. She suggests students also bring financial documents, academic transcripts, diplomas, and standardized test scores. Although not all documents may be reviewed, students should be prepared to discuss their academic journey and personal background during the interview.

💬 What the Consular Officer Wants to Know During the Interview

During the visa interview, the Consular Officer focuses on getting to know the student and their academic plans. Questions may include details about the student’s chosen program, funding for their studies, and future plans after completing their degree. Denise assures students that the officer understands they may not have all the answers yet and may not possess established ties to their home country. The officer’s primary goal is to determine the student's genuine interest in studying in the U.S.

🗣️ Top Advice for Visa Interviews: Be Honest and Genuine

Denise advises students to be honest and ready to share their unique academic story during the interview. She acknowledges that studying abroad is a significant decision and financial investment, and encourages students to explain why they chose this path. Providing false information can have serious consequences, including affecting future visa eligibility.

🚦 Possible Outcomes of a Student Visa Interview

Denise outlines the possible outcomes of a student visa interview. If approved, the visa will be granted. If denied, students will be informed of the reason, commonly for not overcoming immigrant intent or requiring additional information. Denise explains that U.S. immigration law assumes non-immigrant visa applicants are intending immigrants, and it is up to the student to demonstrate otherwise. Administrative processing may also be required in some cases, and students are encouraged to apply early to avoid delays.

🔄 Can You Reapply If Your Visa Is Refused?

Denise clarifies that if a visa is refused for immigrant intent, students can reapply if they believe their circumstances have changed or if they have new information. However, students should not reapply if their visa was refused for administrative processing until that process is complete. She also highlights the expansion of the interview waiver program, allowing some Pakistani students to renew their visas without an interview if they meet certain criteria.

🛫 When Can Students Travel to the U.S. After Visa Approval?

Denise explains that students can travel to the U.S. no more than 30 days before the start of their program, even if their visa was issued earlier. She emphasizes that students need to be mindful of this rule when making travel arrangements.

📝 Debunking the Myth About University Choices and Visa Success

Denise debunks the common misconception that only students applying to top universities are granted visas. She assures students that the size or prestige of the university does not affect visa approval, as long as they can explain why their chosen program is the best fit for their academic goals.

❌ Visa Consultants Don't Influence the Application Process

Denise addresses the misconception that visa consultants can influence the visa application process. She stresses that visa consultants have no insider information, and relying on them to guide interview responses can result in students not presenting their genuine stories. Instead, students are encouraged to use credible sources like Education USA for free, reliable guidance.

📅 Conclusion: Wishing Students Success in Their Visa Applications

The session concludes with Denise thanking viewers and encouraging students to visit the Mission Pakistan website or contact an Education USA advisor for further questions. She expresses hope that students will find the U.S. educational experience enriching and full of lifelong memories.

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Keywords

💡EducationUSA

EducationUSA is an official U.S. government program that provides free advising services to students interested in studying in the United States. It is highlighted in the video as a reliable source for accurate, comprehensive information about U.S. higher education, assisting with choosing academic programs and navigating the visa process.

💡Student Visa

A student visa is a type of U.S. non-immigrant visa that allows international students to study at accredited institutions in the United States. In the video, the different types of student visas (F, J, and M visas) are explained, along with the process of applying for them once accepted into a U.S. program.

💡F Visa

The F Visa is the most common type of U.S. student visa, issued to international students pursuing academic or language programs. The video emphasizes that students applying to most U.S. universities for bachelor's, master's, or PhD programs will likely need an F Visa.

💡J Visa

The J Visa is a U.S. exchange visitor visa, meant for participants in specific exchange programs such as secondary school students, professors, or research scholars. In the video, it is mentioned as a more specialized visa for programs that involve cultural exchange or temporary stays in the U.S.

💡M Visa

The M Visa is issued for vocational or non-academic educational programs in the U.S. The video briefly mentions that students attending trade schools or technical institutions would apply for this visa category.

💡I-20 Form

The I-20 form is a document issued by U.S. academic institutions to students accepted into their programs. It is required for F and M visa applications. The video explains that students need this form to initiate the student visa process and should ensure their details match their other official documents.

💡DS-2019 Form

The DS-2019 form is issued by U.S. sponsors of exchange programs for J Visa applicants. The video highlights that students accepted into exchange programs receive this form, which is essential for applying for the J Visa.

💡SEVIS

The Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) is a U.S. government program used to track and monitor international students and exchange visitors during their stay in the U.S. The video explains that students must pay a SEVIS fee as part of the visa application process, and the program is managed by the Department of Homeland Security.

💡DS-160 Application

The DS-160 is an online application form that must be completed by all individuals applying for a non-immigrant visa, including student visas. In the video, the speaker explains the steps to fill out this form as part of the visa process and emphasizes the importance of accuracy in the details provided.

💡Interview Waiver Program

The Interview Waiver Program allows certain applicants, including students, to renew their visas without attending an in-person interview. The video explains that Pakistani nationals who have previously held a U.S. visa and meet specific criteria may qualify for this program, expediting the renewal process.

Highlights

Education USA is your official source for U.S. higher education and provides free advising services to students pursuing bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. degrees in the U.S.

Education USA centers in Pakistan are part of the U.S. State Department network, staffed by professional advisors with firsthand experience of studying in the U.S.

There are three types of U.S. student visas: F, J, and M. F visas are for most academic and language programs, J visas for exchange programs, and M visas for vocational studies.

Students applying for F or M visas will receive an I-20 form, and J visa applicants will receive a DS-2019 form from their U.S. institution.

The visa application process starts by filling out the DS-160 form at the Consular Electronic Application Center website, followed by paying the visa fee and scheduling an interview.

In addition to the visa fee, students must pay the SEVIS fee at fmjfee.com, a system managed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

It is recommended that students apply for their student visa as early as possible to avoid delays, especially in the summer when appointment wait times increase.

As of January, F and M visas can be issued up to 365 days before the program's start date, giving students more time to prepare.

During the visa interview, officers focus on the student's academic interests, financial ability to cover their studies, and future plans after completing their program.

Documents required for the visa interview include a valid passport, recent photo, I-20 or DS-2019 form, visa fee receipt, and SEVIS fee receipt.

Students should be honest and genuine during their visa interview. Providing false information or fake documents can have serious consequences for future visa eligibility.

A visa can be refused if the applicant does not overcome the presumption of immigrant intent or if additional documentation is required.

Some Pakistani students may be eligible for the interview waiver program if they have previously had a U.S. visa and meet other requirements.

Students can travel to the U.S. up to 30 days before their program start date, even if their visa was issued in advance.

Students do not need to attend a top U.S. university to get a visa. Public and private institutions of all sizes, including community colleges, are acceptable.

Visa consultants have no influence on the visa process, and students should rely on official sources like Education USA for guidance.

Transcripts

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assalamualaikum everyone it is my

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pleasure to welcome you all to education

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USA's international student visa talk in

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partnership with the U.S mission in

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Pakistan my name is senior education USA

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advisor based in Karachi Pakistan

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education USA is your official Source on

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us higher education and provides free

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advising services to students thinking

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about pursuing their bachelor's Masters

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or PhD in the United States we are a

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part of U.S state Department network of

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over 400 advising centers and more than

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170 countries sponsored by the U.S

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government education USA centers in

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Islamabad Lahore and Karachi are staffed

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with professional advisors with

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first-hand experience of studying the

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United States and or state department

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approved training we are here to help

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you find a U.S academic program that

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best fits your needs by offering

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accurate comprehensive and current

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information through one-on-one

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appointments emails phone calls and now

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also online

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for more information or to know how to

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register for our free advising services

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please visit www.educationusa.pk

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and today we will talk about

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international student visas I would like

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to introduce Denise austinmer a U.S

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Consular officer who will be helping us

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answer some of our most frequently asked

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questions regarding student visas

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hi shiza thank you for having me on

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today the United States welcomes

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International students to come

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experience the U.S culturally socially

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academically and we know as advisors you

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get a lot of questions from students

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about the visa application process the

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interview eligibility requirements and

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so on so I hope we can cover most of

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these questions today to help all

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prospective students who are interested

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in applying to U.S universities

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wonderful so let's just jump in with our

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first question I understand that there

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is many kinds of U.S non-immigrant visas

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which ones should the students look for

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so there are three categories of student

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visas FJ and M visas and I'll briefly

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explain these so most students apply for

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f Visas so the F Visa is for most

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academic and language programs in the

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United States we also offer the J Visa

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which is called The Exchange visitor

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visa and these are usually for specific

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programs for a discrete amount of time

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they can be for secondary Secondary

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School students professors research

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Scholars and some college and university

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students and then there's the mvisa

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which is for vocational or other

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non-academic students so the best way to

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determine which Visa category to apply

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for is to pick the program that best

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fits your needs so when you get accepted

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into an institution if you are an F or M

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student the institution will issue you

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an I-20 form if you are a j student they

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will give you a DS 2019 form so you can

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then choose the Visa category that

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matches the form that you've been given

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oh so thank you for clarifying that so

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you mentioned the I-20 and the DS 2019

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forms so how do students get those

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so the U.S academic institution or

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program sponsor will give you the

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appropriate form only when you've been

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accepted into the school or accepted or

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accepted as a participant in the

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exchange program the institution or the

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program sponsor will also give you some

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additional information on applying for

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your visa and they should also give you

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information on starting your program in

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the United States so once you get

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accepted into a program and get your

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I-20 or DS 2019 how do you go about

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applying for your student visa so you

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start by going to our website the

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Consular electronic application center

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at

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ciac.state.gov and filling out the

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online ds160 application form so once

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you've filled out the form you pay the

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fee and you schedule your interview when

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you schedule your interview make sure

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you select the correct student visa

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category that you're applying for

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in addition to that you'll have to pay

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the service fee and you can pay that at

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fmjfee.com this is a separate fee from

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the ds160 application fee so sevis which

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stands for student and exchange visitor

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information system is a program that's

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administered by the U.S Department of

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Homeland Security not the state

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department so for any service related

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questions you'll have to go through your

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school or to DHS so in one tip that I

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would give is that you should make sure

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that your passport is valid for a six

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months after your planned arrival in the

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United States if it's not then you'll

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need to get a new one before you start

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your application

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okay thank you for sharing that I also

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wanted to ask uh what should the

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students keep in mind once they're

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filling out the ds-160 so just be honest

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when you're filling out the form and you

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should also make sure that the personal

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details the information that you put

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into the form matches your documents so

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for example you should make sure that

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your name and your date of birth that

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you put on the form matches what's on

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your passport another question that we

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get asked frequently is how soon should

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the students start applying for this

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Visa as a U.S concert officer what would

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your recommendation be so we recommend

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that students apply as early as possible

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to avoid missing their Program start

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date so student visa applicants are one

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of our top priorities here in Mission

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Pakistan so we work hard to ensure that

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there are Visa appointments available

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for students in the summer months we

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usually have a student rush because

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there are a lot of students who are

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applying before the start of the fall

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semester so appointment wait times can

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fluctuate and for some cases they will

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require administrative processing which

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will add additional time to the Visa

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adjudication process but one exciting

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update is that now F and M visas can be

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issued

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365 days before the start of the program

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that's listed on the I-20 so that's one

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full year in advance of the program

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start date before this these visas could

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only be issued 120 days or four months

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in advance of the program start date the

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U.S Department of State announced this

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change in January to better facilitate

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the visa interview and travel process

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for students so this means that students

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can apply for their visas as soon as

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they get an I-20 from the program that

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they really want to go to

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that's amazing I'm sure that our viewers

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are thrilled to hear about this good

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news it will definitely give them more

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time to prepare for their visa so let's

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move on to the interview process a lot

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of our students ask that what documents

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should they bring on the day of their

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interview

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so the required documents that you need

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to bring with you are your passport

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your recent photo that's been taken

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within the last six months your DS 2019

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or your I-20 form

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and the receipts for your visa

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application fee and your service fee

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payment so on our website on the mission

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Pakistan visa application website

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there's also a list of other suggested

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documents so some of these could include

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Financial or other documents that show

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that you have readily available funds to

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cover your first year of tuition and

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access to funds to cover the rest of

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your expenses while you're in the United

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States and you could also consider

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bringing documents that show your

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academic preparation so these could be

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your transcripts with your grades they

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could be your public examination

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certificates your diplomas or your

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standardized test scores and for those

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originals are are preferred so you can

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feel free to bring whatever you think is

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relevant for your interview but you

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should be aware that the Consular

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officer may not choose or may not ask

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just to review all the documents that

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you bring that's because as Consular

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officers we want to spend our interview

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time talking to you and getting to know

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you not reviewing paperwork

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so what is the Consular officer looking

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for during the interview so during the

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visa interview the Consular officer

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primarily wants to learn about you who

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are you and what is your story we want

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to hear about you and your academic

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interests in your own words so we could

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ask you things about what are you

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planning to study why did you choose

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that particular subject and that

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particular program how do you plan to

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pay for it do you have the funds

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available for the first year of your

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program and do you have a plan in place

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to cover the rest of your expenses and

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finally what do you want to do with your

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degree what are you planning to do after

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your program is completed in the United

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States

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we know that many of our student visa

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applicants are more often than not young

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so you might not have the same

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established economic ties or social ties

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back to your home country like other

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non-immrogant Visa applicants do we know

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that you might not possess property or

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employment back in Pakistan yet and we

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know that you might not have had the

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chance to travel internationally outside

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of Pakistan and we know that you might

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not have your full long-term plan after

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a graduation fully figured out yet and

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that's all okay our primary goal during

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the interview is to learn what makes you

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a unique and genuine student who is

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interested in studying in the United

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States

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thank you for sharing that that answer

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probably clears a lot of misconceptions

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the students might have regarding

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interviews just building off of that

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what would be your top advice or one

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piece of advice to students who are

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preparing for their visa interviews so

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my top tip is that you come prepare to

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explain your unique academic story in

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your own words and just to be honest so

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we know that deciding to study abroad

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leaving your friends and family back in

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Pakistan isn't always an easy decision

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and we know that studying overseas can

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be a significant financial undertaking

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for you and your family so we want to

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know why you decided that that was the

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best plan for you so just be genuine and

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be yourself providing false information

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or fake documents during your interview

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can have serious consequences including

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impacting your eligibility for a Visa in

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the future

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okay so what I'm getting is that honesty

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is key so what are the possible outcomes

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of a student visa interview

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so if the interviewing officer

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determines that you are eligible then

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your Visa will be approved otherwise

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it'll be denied and you will get

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information about why it was not

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approved so some of the most common

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refusals for students under the

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immigration and nationality act are that

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you did not overcome immigrant intent or

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that additional information was needed

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so U.S immigration law explicitly

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presumes every non-immigrant Visa

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applicant to be an intending immigrant

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and places the burden of proving

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otherwise on the applicant so during the

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interview Consular officers examine each

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application individually to determine if

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the applicant qualifies for Visa

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issuance according to U.S immigration

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law and regulations so it is your job to

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demonstrate during the interview that

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you meet student visa requirements

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including having a residence abroad that

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you do not have an immediate intention

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of abandoning

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of intending to depart from the United

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States at the conclusion of the approved

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activities and possessing sufficient

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funds to pursue the proposed course of

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study

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some Visa applications will be refused

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because additional information is

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required such as an updated I-20 with a

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new date or the marriage certificate for

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your spouse if that's the case you will

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receive a document detailing the

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additional information or the

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documentation that we need from you in

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some cases your Visa will be refused for

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administrative processing and additional

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steps will need to be taken in this

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situation you will also be given

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instructions on the information or

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additional documents that you will need

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to provide

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each summer the Department of State

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prioritizes the administrative

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processing of students to help ensure

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that students can get to the United

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States before the the start of their

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studies but the length of administrative

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processing varies based on the

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individual circumstances of each case

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which is why we encourage you to start

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the application process as early as

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possible and we will notify you as soon

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as the administrative processing has

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concluded

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it's wonderful to hear the student visa

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applicants are given priority if their

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case goes into administrative processing

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because it can be a lengthy process so

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in case the student visa does get

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refused can they apply again

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so if you were refused for immigrant

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intent you can apply again if you truly

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believe you qualify but before you do

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you should carefully consider if

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something significant has changed in

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your circumstances or if you can present

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new information that was not available

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during the first interview if your

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application was refused for

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administrative processing you should not

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submit a new application until that

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processing is complete all right so my

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next question is that mission Pakistan

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has recently expanded its interview

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waiver program which allows certain

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Pakistani Nationals to renew their visas

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without having to prepare for an

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interview does that apply for students

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as well yes in certain cases some

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Pakistani students may be eligible to

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apply for their student visa through the

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interview waiver program

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if you've previously had a U.S visa if

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you've submitted your fingerprints

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either at the embassy in Islamabad or

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the Consulate General in Karachi and if

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your most recent visa interview did not

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result in a refusal then you may be

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eligible to apply to the interview

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waiver program you can go to our website

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the mission Pakistan visa application

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website for the full list of

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requirements for interview waiver and

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see if you qualify and this policy is

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currently in effect through the end of

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the year you should also know though

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that even if you apply and you're

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eligible to the interview waiver program

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some applicants will still be requested

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to appear for an interview that's

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another great initiative thank you for

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sharing that so please do check the

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mission Pakistan website on whether or

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not you're eligible for an interview

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waiver program

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okay so let's say that a student has

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successfully granted or issued a Visa

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how soon can they travel to the US

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the earliest a student can travel is 30

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days before the start of their program

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so even if your Visa was issued in

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advance you cannot travel before 30 days

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from the start of your program and this

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is very important to keep in mind if you

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applied for your Visa early

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so one misconception that we usually get

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from students is that they can only get

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a Visa if they apply to certain

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universities what do you have to say

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about that

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so it's a common myth that students not

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only students going to top universities

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or big universities will get student

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visas and that's wrong public and

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private colleges and universities of all

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sizes in the United States are approved

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to admit International students so

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planning to attend uh maybe a

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lesser-known university or college or a

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community college is absolutely not

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grounds for a refusal at your visa

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interview you should be able to explain

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why you chose the program that you did

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and why it might be the best for your

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particular situation thank you Denise

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for clearing that while we're talking

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about misconceptions another frequently

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Asked question that we get from students

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is that they're more likely to get a

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student visa if they're going through a

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consultant what would you like to say

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about that

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so I want to emphasize that Visa

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Consultants have no sway over the Visa

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adjudication process and they have no

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inside information about the process

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either so if you're relying on a Visa

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consultant to tell you what to say

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during the interview then you're not

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telling your own genuine story during

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the interview we know there's a lot of

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information on the internet about the

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application process and there are

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certain Consultants who are looking to

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make a profit off of students who want

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to study overseas that's why we always

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recommend that students use official U.S

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government sources for information and

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resources such as education USA who

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provide free and credible academic

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counseling well that's it for today

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thank you so much niece for taking out

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the time and providing in-depth

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information regarding student visas

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you've actually managed to answer most

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of our frequently asked questions

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if you have more questions regarding

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student visas please feel free to visit

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the mission Pakistan website or talk to

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an education us advisor at advising

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uscfp.org we wish you all the best for

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your student visa applications and if

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you do decide to wear study in the

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United States we know that your lives

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will be enriched with lifelong

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experiences and friendships that will

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last a lifetime Allah Hafiz

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