I had a visa interview recently and I'm wondering if it's possible to pay the SEVIS fee after the interview. I'm not sure about the order of these two steps and whether there's a specific deadline for paying the fee.
7 answers
Sara
Thu Dec 19 2024
This buffer allows for any unforeseen issues or delays to be addressed without impacting the visa process.
Caterina
Thu Dec 19 2024
Payment of the fee is contingent upon the issuance of either the I-20 or DS-2019 form.
KatanaSharp
Thu Dec 19 2024
Once paid, the fee remains valid in the SEVIS database for a specified duration.
CryptoEmpireGuard
Thu Dec 19 2024
Prior to attending the visa interview, it is mandatory to complete the fee payment.
CryptoVanguard
Thu Dec 19 2024
The validity period for the fee payment in the SEVIS database is a maximum of 12 months.