F-1 Visa Interview not in my country of origin
Nov 8th 2009, 4:53 am
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F-1 Visa Interview not in my country of origin
Hi everybody,
A very quick question:
F-1 visa interviews do not need to be conducted in one's country of nationality, is that correct?
Thanks,
Phil
A very quick question:
F-1 visa interviews do not need to be conducted in one's country of nationality, is that correct?
Thanks,
Phil
Nov 8th 2009, 5:33 am
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Re: F-1 Visa Interview not in my country of origin
Generally, you need to be a resident of the Consular district where you want to apply. Some Consulates' webpages discuss third-country nationals and the local policy.
Nov 8th 2009, 7:22 am
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Re: F-1 Visa Interview not in my country of origin
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Nov 8th 2009, 10:36 am
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Re: F-1 Visa Interview not in my country of origin
Of course it can be done. The chances and the reasons in each individual case differ. For example, a potential F-1 from Iran cannot apply at the US Embassy in Tehran -- they ceased visa issuance thirty years ago when the Embassy shut down.
Also, the test is usually country of residence.
