Can I get my visa in another country?

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• Do I have to schedule my visa appointment at the US Consulate that is nearest my home address?

  No, you can schedule a visa appointment at any of the US Consulates in your country, regardless if it is closest or furthest away from where you live.

• Which visa should I request?

  You need an F-1 visa, a non-immigrant visa for students.

• How long is a visa valid?

  Your F1 visa is usually valid for 5 years. So make sure that your passport is also valid for that long.

• Do I have to unregister from my sports club in my home country when I join a college team in the USA?

  No, participation in college sports in the USA does not affect player licenses or team registrations in your home country. In most cases, college athletes remain loyal to their home clubs and often participate in competitions or games in their home ...

• When can I start applying for my visa?

  You can apply for your visa as soon as you receive your I-20, but no earlier than 120 days before your studies begin. This date is listed under Start on Studies on your I-20.