School and SEVIS
- □SEVP-certified school admission
- □Signed Form I-20
- □SEVIS I-901 payment evidence
- □Program dates and estimated costs
Readiness checklist
F-1 Student Visa Readiness Checklist
A practical checklist for school documents, SEVIS, academic history, program relevance, funding, and interview preparation.
Academic profile
- □Transcripts, diplomas, and test scores
- □Logical program progression
- □School and program research
- □Career and post-study plan
Financial readiness
- □Bank statements and account history
- □Sponsor relationship and support letter
- □Sponsor income, employment, or business records
- □Funds covering tuition and living costs
Planning note
This checklist is general and not exhaustive. The correct evidence depends on the individual facts, filing route, applicable rules, and current government procedures.