U.S. Vocational Student Visa Document Checklist

1. Do you have a job or an offer of a job in a career related to your field of study?


Yes, I have a job in a career related to my field of study. I work as a software engineer at a tech company.

2. Are you currently enrolled in a program at a U.S. educational institution?


No, I am not currently enrolled in a program at a U.S. educational institution.

3. Do you have sufficient funds to cover your course of study and living expenses while in the US?


Yes, I have sufficient funds to cover my course of study and living expenses while in the US.

4. Have you received prior approval from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for this purpose?


No. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security does not provide prior approval for any specific purpose.

5. Do you have a valid passport?


Yes, I do.

6. Have you obtained any entry visas to the U.S.?


No, I have not obtained any entry visas to the U.S.

7. Have you been issued any U.S. immigration documents such as Form I-20 or DS-2019?


No, I have not been issued any U.S. immigration documents such as Form I-20 or DS-2019.

8. Are you able to demonstrate that you will return to your home country upon completion of your studies?


Yes, I am able to demonstrate that I will return to my home country upon completion of my studies. I am able to provide proof of my residency status in my home country, such as a current valid passport. Additionally, I can provide evidence that I have a job waiting in my home country after I graduate. Other evidence I can provide includes bank statements, ties to family and friends, and connections to other professional organizations in my home country.

9. Have you filled out and submitted the online Student and Exchange Visitor System (SEVIS) form?


Yes, I have filled out and submitted the online Student and Exchange Visitor System (SEVIS) form.

10. Are you 17 years of age or older?


No, I am not.

11. Do you have a valid SEVIS I-901 fee receipt and confirmation number?


Yes, I do have a valid SEVIS I-901 fee receipt and confirmation number.

12. Have any family members or friends residing in the US agreed to support you financially during your studies?


No, I do not have any family members or friends residing in the US who have agreed to support me financially during my studies.

13. Have all of the academic documents required for evaluation been submitted to the college or university sponsoring your program?


Yes, all of the required academic documents have been submitted to the college or university sponsoring my program.

14. Will you be participating in an internship or practical training program as part of your studies in the US?


Yes, I will be participating in an internship or practical training program as part of my studies.

15. Are you able to provide documentation that supports any claims made on the visa application?


Yes, documentation that supports any claims made on the visa application can be provided. Examples of such documents include passport, birth certificate, financial documents, proof of employment, or proof of residence.

16. Are there any restrictions on activities specified in your visa or I-20/DS-2019 form that must be respected while studying in the US?


Yes, there are restrictions on activities specified in visa or I-20/DS-2019 forms that must be respected while studying in the US. These include restrictions on working, including off-campus and on-campus employment, as well as any other activities that could be deemed unacceptable by the US government. International students must also abide by all US laws and regulations, including the Immigration and Nationality Act.

17. Have you completed any medical tests required by the US Department of State for visa applicants from certain countries?


No.

18. Are there any financial liabilities associated with this program that must be taken into consideration?


Yes, there may be financial liabilities associated with this program such as costs associated with implementation, training, and maintenance. Additionally, there may be costs associated with developing technology or software for the program and for any additional resources needed to support the program.

19. Are there any family ties in the US that could influence your decision to stay and work after graduation?


Yes, there are several family ties that could influence a person’s decision to stay and work in the US after graduation. These could include marriage to a US citizen, having dependent children that are US citizens, having parents or siblings who are US citizens or lawful permanent residents, or having an employer willing to sponsor an immigrant for a green card.

20. Is there sufficient evidence to show that you will be able to support yourself during your stay in the US without working illegally, such as through employment sponsorship, scholarships, or other financial aid programs?


No, there is not sufficient evidence to show that the person can support themselves during a stay in the US without working illegally. Each individual’s financial situation is unique and must be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to determine whether they are eligible for any scholarships, grants or other forms of financial aid programs.