Visa Info for Indonesian Students Going to a University in United States

160 USD Visa fee
Required Proof of language
Required Interview

F-1 Student Visa

If you're a student from Indonesia, you'll need the F-1 Student Visa to study in United States. This visa is made specifically for students like you who are ready to begin their study abroad adventure in United States. Find out the best information about the process of getting the F-1 Student Visa to decide if studying abroad in United States is right for you.

Main steps to take for the American student visa

Here is what Indonesian students have to do to get a student visa that will allow them to study in United States:

You need to pay the visa application fee and submit the DS-160 form online. After that, you need to schedule an appointment. You will need three pieces of information in order to schedule your appointment: your passport number, your MRV fee payment receipt number and the ten (10) digit barcode number from your DS-160 confirmation page. Visit the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in Indonesia on the date and time of your visa interview. You will need to bring a printed copy of your appointment letter, your DS-160 confirmation page, one recent photograph, your current passport and all old passports. Applications without all of these items will not be accepted.

Indonesian students will have to provide biometrics during the visa application process. Your biometrics are, basically, extra identification (e.g. fingerprinting and pictures) that countries use for security purposes.

You maybe have to attend a visa interview during the application process.

The F-1 Student Visa from United States is valid for the duration of the study + 2 months. So that you can stay during your entire degree programme, you may need to renew your visa every year. If you want to stay in United States after your degree is over, you will have to apply for a different visa, or a visa renewal through the immigration office.

How much will I have to pay for the student visa?

To apply for the American F-1 Student Visa , you will also have to pay a fee of 160 USD. Depending on your situation, American authorities will allow you to pay this fee online, on location at a visa application centre in Indonesia, or through a bank transfer.

You need to pay the 350 USD SEVIS Fee.

Indonesian students won't need to get health insurance for the American visa.

Which documents are required for my student visa?

When you apply for your visa, one of the most important things you need to prove is that you have enough money to support yourself during your study programme. you need enough money to support yourself during your studies

Indonesian students will have to prove they speak English well enough to study in an international university in United States. These language skills ensure that you can succeed in your classes and manage your way around United States.

Indonesian students won't need to take a medical test before arriving in United States.

Indonesian students won't need to set up a Restricted Bank Account. This type of bank account restricts the amount of money you can withdraw every month, and only allows you to access it when you arrive in United States.

The U.S. Embassy and Consulates try to keep the visa issuance wait times as short as possible. Some visa types may have longer wait times for the application appointment and processing.

Look at the American immigration website for more detailed visa information.

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