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Most students will need to obtain an F-1 visa (student visa) at the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate before coming to Wichita. Depending on the country, obtaining a visa can range from being quite easy to very difficult. To apply for an F-1 student visa, you must submit the following to the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate:
- Form DS-160 (completed online)
- Nonrefundable US$160 visa application
- Receipt* that you paid the US$350 nonrefundable SEVIS fee (* Make sure to keep the receipt and bring it with you to the U.S.)
- A passport valid for at least 6 months (plus any old passports you may have)
- A current Form I-20 from Wichita State University
- A photo (Visit: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/photos.html for details)
- Evidence of sufficient funds to study in the U.S. including a bank statement.
- U.S. Visa requirements differ from country to country, find via information for your country by visiting: https://www.usembassy.gov/