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Student Visa Document Checklist

Generate an interactive, officially-sourced document checklist for your US, UK, Canada, or Australia student visa application.

Verified as of 2026-06 from official sources

Official Requirements

Verified as of 2026-06 from official sources.

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Identity

Valid Passport
Must be valid for at least six months beyond your period of stay in the US.
Visa Photograph
One printed 2x2 inch photo (required if photo upload fails during the DS-160 application).

Academic

Academic Transcripts & Degrees
Transcripts, diplomas, degrees, or certificates from schools you attended.
Standardized Test Scores
Scores like SAT, GRE, or TOEFL if required by your US university.

Forms

Form I-20
Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status, provided by your SEVP-approved school.
DS-160 Confirmation Page
The printed confirmation page of your Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application.
SEVIS I-901 Receipt
Proof of payment for the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System fee.

Financial

Proof of Financial Support
Bank statements, scholarship letters, or sponsor documents proving you can cover the first year of costs.

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Why official sources matter

Visa rules change frequently. Blogs and generic articles can be dangerously out of date. That's why our checklist is mapped strictly to the official government requirements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What documents do I need for an F-1 visa?▼

For a US F-1 visa, you primarily need your Form I-20 from your university, a DS-160 confirmation page, SEVIS I-901 fee receipt, valid passport, financial documents proving you can pay for the first year, and your academic transcripts.

How much bank balance for a student visa?▼

It depends on the country. For the US, you must show enough for the first year (tuition + living). For the UK, you need to show your tuition fees plus £1,334/month for up to 9 months if in London. For Canada, you must show CAD $22,895 plus your first year of tuition. For Australia, you must show AUD $29,710 for living costs plus travel and tuition.

What is a CAS / I-20 / PAL?▼

These are essential university endorsement documents required to apply for a visa. I-20 is for the USA (issued by a SEVP school). CAS is the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies for the UK. PAL is the Provincial Attestation Letter required for most undergraduate study permits in Canada.