Visas and documents • USA
F-1 visa for English language courses in the USA
Before booking an English course in the USA, check the school, programme and eligibility for an I-20. Plan the study budget without relying on promised employment after the course.
Procedure
F-1
Decision
Individual assessment
Reviewed
22.09.2026
Checks before you apply
The applicant must show a genuine study purpose, funding and compliance with F-1 conditions. English language programmes do not qualify for OPT or CPT. Any on-campus employment is subject to separate conditions and should not be presented as a promised way to fund tuition.
Preparing your document file
Use this list for an initial review. Submission requires the current checklist from the relevant consulate or authority, taking account of nationality and country of residence.
- Compare passport details and check your eligibility to apply in the chosen country.
- Check the current form and requirements for photographs, translations and the submission method.
- School-issued I-20, SEVIS I-901 payment confirmation and DS-160 confirmation.
- Evidence of funding for tuition, living costs and travel; educational records and study plans.
- Passport and interview documents under current instructions; checks of nationality-specific application rules.
Getting started with EUROWIZA
- Tell EUROWIZA your destination, purpose, nationality, country of lawful residence and intended dates.
- Clarify the available assistance and document list; agree on the service scope and price before paying.
- Compare the completed file with the official instructions. Keep appointment, payment and submission confirmations.
Planning time and costs
First check available appointments and the authority’s published processing times. Allow time to collect documents, obtain translations and address further requests. Confirm EUROWIZA service charges separately from government fees, insurance and other expenses. The competent authority decides the application; preparing documents does not guarantee issuance by a particular date.
Questions and answers
Can I obtain OPT after an English language course?
No. English language training students are not eligible for practical training. Eligibility under a different educational programme must be assessed separately.
When can I enter with a new F-1 visa?
New students are generally admitted no earlier than 30 days before the programme starts. Check the I-20, visa and current admission requirements.
Sources for current requirements
Editorial review: 22 September 2026. Open the relevant official link for current instructions before applying.
Your next step
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