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Applicants
should apply at the consular section of the American Embassy any working
day, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 and 10:00 AM.
Documents
required are :
- Valid
Passport
- One
Passport size photograph (Black and White or Colour)
- A
Non-immigrant Visa Application (Form 156) available from the Consular
section.
- Form
I-20 executed by the authorizing official of institution concerned,
signed by the applicant.
- Evidence
of financial ability to cover the costs of the education and
maintenance involved
- Visa
fee to be paid in Indian Rupees by Bank Draft
When to apply
:
An
applicant may apply for a student Visa not earlier than 90 days before the
registration date specified on the FORM I-20. If the registration date is
already passed or the applicant cannot reasonably expect to arrive at the
school by the registration date, the applicant should obtain an amended
I-20 or a letter of extension from the issuing institution stating by what
date the applicant may arrive.
After
the Completed application forms along with the documents are submitted;
In
most cases, the visa will be issued within a few hours or days of the
submission of the application. In some instances, the process may take
longer depending on the time of year, consular caseload or other factors.
If your application is denied, you should ask the Consular Officer for a
"written denial decision." This will provide you with the
official reason for your visa denial.
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