International Student Affairs

Form I-20

I-20 Form

 

What is a Form I-20 and why do I need one?

A Form I-20 is a government form which certifies that you are eligible for F-1 Student Status. It proves to the U.S. government that you have met admissions requirements and have been accepted for a full course of study. It is the official document that certifies that you have proved to the International Student Advisor/ DSO that you have enough money to study and live in the U.S. without suffering financial hardship. You need a Form I-20 to obtain an F-1 student visa or status, or to keep lawful F-1 status when transferring schools within the U.S.

Below are the application and checklist for the Form I-20 which will be issued by Kingsborough Community College.

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Prospective and Current KCC students Download Application ESL students Download Application


F-1 Visa Interview:

Once you have received your Form I-20, you must schedule and attend your interview at the American Consulate/ Embassy for your F-1 Visa. Before you attend your interview, please take the time to ensure that you have the following documents with you:

  • ORIGINAL I-20 Form (signed by you in blue ink)
  • SEVIS Fee receipt ($350) (SEVIS Fee Processing Website)
  • NONIMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION RECEIPT (DS-160) (Online Visa Application)
  • AFFIDAVIT OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT completed by each individual sponsor.
  • BANK LETTER in the name of yourself or sponsor
  • JOB LETTER/ PROOF OF INCOME: Verification of employment on letterhead stationery
  • PHOTOCOPY OF LEASE, DEED, MORTGAGE STATEMENTS or RENT RECEIPTS (For Room & Board Sponsors ONLY)*
  • ACCEPTANCE LETTTER
  • VALID PASSPORT

It is advised that you prepare for your visa interview and have your documents ready and in order to be presented upon request by the Consular Officer.