Student visa
US F-1 student visa
The decision is made in a short interview at the embassy. You must convince the officer of your study purpose, your funding and your intent to return.
- Official fee
- $185 (MRV application fee)
- Additional charges
- SEVIS fee: $350
- Proof of funds
- First-year costs as shown on your I-20
- Processing time
- Depends on interview availability
- Where to apply
- In-person interview at the US Embassy in Amman
Figures are approximate and were last reviewed in November 2026. Fees and rules change, so the official source is the final reference: travel.state.gov: Student visa
The steps
- 01
Receive your I-20 from the university.
- 02
Pay the SEVIS fee and complete the DS-160.
- 03
Pay the visa fee and book the interview.
- 04
A mock interview with us, then the embassy interview.
Documents required
- Passport valid at least six months beyond your return date
- Previous passports and old visas, if any
- Recent photos on a white background in the required size
- Form I-20 signed by the university and by you
- SEVIS (I-901) fee receipt
- DS-160 confirmation page
- Appointment confirmation
- Bank statements showing funds for tuition and living costs
- Sponsor letter from a parent, with proof of income and relationship
- Certificates and transcripts, translated and attested
- Language certificate (IELTS / TOEFL or what the programme asks for)
- Evidence of ties to Jordan (job, property, family)
Watch out
You can apply up to 365 days before your start date and enter up to 30 days before it.
Start your file
Tell us when you plan to travel
We’ll call you with a document list tailored to your case.