US Visas — Explained For — International Students

F1 Visa

For those who are attending a university, college, high school, private elementary school, seminary, conservatory, language training program, or other academic institution — usually for a degree — in the US.

Optional Practical Training

For those who want to temporarily work on an F1 visa, international students can get authorization to work in an area related to their major after graduation.

J1 Visa

For those who plan to be research scholars, professors, or exchange students participating in programs that promote cultural exchange.

M Visa

For those who want a student visa to attend a vocational or technical school such as an aviation academy.

H1B Visa

For non-immigrant international workers in a specialty job that want to work for a specified period of time in the US.


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