As the US government tightens social media checks for visa applicants, it’s important to know exactly how to fill out your DS-160 or DS-260 form. A new section on social media requires applicants to ...

On June 18, 2025, the U.S. Department of State announced new visa screening requirements that significantly impact F, M, and J visa applicants. These changes include intensified vetting, mandatory ...

This page provides information on applying for and obtaining an F-1 or J-1 student visa. Unless you are a Canadian citizen, you will most likely need to secure an F-1 or J-1 student visa to study in ...

The new interview requirements will take effect starting April 22. Nigerians applying for visas to the United States should expect new interview requirements ahead of their arrival. The U.S. Embassy ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. In June 2025, a rumor circulated online that U.S. embassies around the world were now requiring applicants for nonimmigrant visas ...

The United States Mission in Nigeria on Monday issued a new directive to visa applicants, mandating the disclosure of all social media usernames and handles used over the past five years as part of ...

Under new guidance, the Department of State will conduct expanded screening of all student and exchange visitor applicants, including reviewing online presence. Visa applicants will be instructed to ...

1. Pay I-901 SEVIS Fee: F-1 and J-1 visa applicants are required to pay a SEVIS fee which is used to support the SEVIS program. The fee must be paid prior to applying for your visa. A receipt of ...