In most countries, first-time student visa applicants are required to appear for an in-person interview. You should bring the following printed materials to your interview:
- Admission Letter from PSU
- Original I-20 issued by PSU
- SEVIS I-901 Fee receipt
- Completed Form DS-160
- Passport valid for at least six months after you plan to enter the United States
- Two 2-inch by 2-inch (5-cm by 5-cm) passport photos
- Dependent Information and Documentation
- Students with spouses will need to show an additional $12,204 in checking and savings accounts and an additional $5,944 for each child who will come as well.
Each embassy and consulate sets its own interview policies and procedures regarding student visas. Students should consult embassy websites or contact embassies directly for specific instructions.