Why study in the USA?
- Over 4,000 accredited universities and colleges, from research universities to community colleges
- Graduate assistantships and scholarships that can cover tuition
- Optional Practical Training (OPT) after graduation; STEM graduates can extend it
- Flexible programmes where you can change major in the first years
Money you need to show and fees
| Item | What to show or pay |
|---|---|
| Proof of funds | No fixed national amount: show the full first-year cost on your I-20 (tuition, living costs, fees) |
| Later years | Show how years 2 to 4 will be paid |
| Visa application (MRV) fee | USD 185, paid before the interview |
| SEVIS I-901 fee | USD 350 |
| Visa integrity fee | USD 250 when the visa is issued; some posts have started collecting it. Check the US Embassy Dhaka website |
F-1 student visa: step by step
- Admission and I-20: get admitted to a SEVP-certified school and receive your Form I-20.
- Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee online.
- Complete the DS-160 online form and pay the visa fee.
- Book your interview at the US Embassy in Dhaka.
- Attend the interview with your documents. If approved, your passport is returned with the visa.
Documents you will usually need
- Valid passport
- Form I-20 and SEVIS fee receipt
- DS-160 confirmation page and appointment letter
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- English test (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo as accepted) and GRE/GMAT/SAT if required
- Bank statements, sponsor’s income proof and affidavit of support
- Scholarship or assistantship letters if any
Good to know
The interview is usually only a few minutes. Officers check that you are a genuine student with a clear plan and funds whose source you can explain. Practise with our visa interview guide and AI officer.
How EA Consultancy helps
- Choosing universities and programmes that fit your results and budget
- Applications, SOP and CV review
- A document checklist and full file check before you apply
- Visa interview practice with our AI officer
- Honest advice when another country fits you better
Frequently asked questions
How much bank balance is needed for a US student visa?
There is no fixed national amount. You must show you can pay the full first-year cost written on your I-20, and explain how you will pay for later years.
What are the US student visa fees?
The visa application (MRV) fee is USD 185 and the SEVIS I-901 fee for F-1 students is USD 350. A USD 250 visa integrity fee may also be collected when the visa is issued.
Where do Bangladeshi students attend the F-1 interview?
At the US Embassy in Dhaka.
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Official sources we checked
- U.S. Embassy Dhaka – Visas
- U.S. Department of State – Student visa
- Boston University ISSO – Visa integrity fee (May 2026)
This is a general guide written for students from Bangladesh. Fees, funds and rules change often and each embassy or scholarship body makes the final decision. We confirm the latest requirements with you before you apply.