Appoint a lawyer to represent your application for a Student Visa to the United States.
An M1 visa is a temporary student visa that allows international students to attend an accredited vocational or non-academic school, such as a trade school or practical training school.
International students wishing to enroll in academic study or English language studies may be able to apply for an F1 Visa.
AssessmentM1 Visa Requirements
To qualify for an M1 visa, the applicant must be enrolled full-time in a vocational or non-academic education program at an approved institution in the US. Full-time study is defined as a minimum of 18 hours of study per week. Applicants are required to demonstrate that they have sufficient funds to support themselves for the duration of their course and that they intend to return to their home country upon completion of their studies.
M1 visa applicants may also be required to meet certain health and character requirements.
AssessmentM1 Visa Entitlements
An M1 visa entitles the holder to undertake vocational study in the US at an accredited educational institution. An M1 visa is usually granted for the duration of the course to a maximum of one year and extensions may be granted. An M1 visa also entitles the holder to engage in practical training or related temporary employment upon completion of their course.
Spouses and unmarried children under 21 years of age may apply for the applicable derivative visa (M2 visa) to join their spouse or parent in the US. An accompanying spouse cannot accept employment or engage in study without obtaining an appropriate work or student visa, but accompanying children are entitled to attend primary and secondary school in the US.
AssessmentM1 Visa Processing Time and Costs
| Our Fees | |
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| Premium Migration Service | US$499 |
| Government Fees and Processing Times | |
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| Application Fee | US$200/US$160 |
| Partner Application Fee | US$160 |
| Dependents Application Fee | US$160 |
| Processing Time | 2 - 12 days |
- Other Student Visas
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F1 Visa
An F1 visa allows international students to study at a high school, college or university in the US. -
J1 Visa for University Students
A J1 visa allows international students to study at a college or university through government-sponsored exchange programs. -
J1 Visa for Secondary Students
A J1 visa allows international secondary students to study at high school while experiencing life with an American host family.
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