F-1
Type of visa (immigration status)
Student
Eligibility criteria
- Admission to academic course of study
- Evidence of adequate financial support for length of program
- Indication of adequate English language skills or opportunity to improve
Possible income from U.S. sources
- Employment on campus
- Pre-authorized off-campus employment
Maximum length of stay in U.S.
- As long as academic progress continues
Advantages
- Easy to change status when applicable
- Not subject to home country residence requirement
Disadvantages
- Off-campus work severely limited, except for post-degree practical training (12 months)
- Spouse unable to work
Supporting documentation needed
- Proof of academic admission
- Evidence of financial support for length of program
- I-20 (issued by UTSA)
