Visa Interview
 After acceptance, DBU will send by UPS:
I-20
Acceptance letter(s)
Obtain a passport
Pay I-901 SEVIS fee (here)
Apply for an F-1 visa at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate
Request an F-2 visa for your spouse or child traveling with you to the the USA
Check the visa wait times in your country at The US DOS Visa Wait Times Website
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Documents for your Visa Application Interview
Neatly organize your documents
All appropriate U.S. Department of State forms as required by the consulate in your country
Embassy/Consulate Web site
Valid passport for at least six months into the future
DBU I-20 signed
I-901 visa application fee and photographs
Acceptance letter
Evidence of financial support
Prove funds exist
Show enough funds for entire study
Be familiar with document contents
Intent to return to your home country
Ownership of real estate
Strong financial ties
Job offer upon return
For students renewing their visa after a stay in the U.S. see Visa Renewal
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What to Prove During Your Interview
Intent to return to home after graduation
Residence abroad and no intent to immigrate to the U.S.
Sufficient funds to support yourself (and your family) for the entire program
Valid passport for at least six months into the future
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Ten Tips to Prepare for a Visa Interview
Abbreviated from NAFSA
1. Prove Ties to Your Home Country
Proof of plans to return to your home country.
Benefit of your academic program to your home country
Ties with family or other relationships
Previous overstays in the U.S., explain clearly with documentation
2. Practice English for Interview
Practice English conversation
Explain enrollment in Intensive English Program
3. Speak for Yourself
Do not bring parents or family members with you to the interview
Be prepared to speak for yourself
4. Be Brief
Interview may last only one minute
First impressions are very important
Keep answers short and to the point
Assure the consular officer that your main purpose for coming to the U.S. is to study
5. Know Information About Why You Want to Attend DBU
DBU is a Christian University, which emphasizes discipline and good morals. Most parents
feel comfortable sending their children to DBU (even if they are not Christians).
DBU is fully accredited to offer undergraduate and graduate programs.
DBU has a low student to faculty ratio of 14:1, this means more personalized attention in
class.
DBU classes are available throughout the year including during vacations, which gives
students an opportunity to finish their degree early and return back to their country.
DBU has on-campus dorms and apartments.
DBU is one of the safest campuses in the U.S.
DBU costs less than the majority of other four year U.S. universities. This will ease the
burden on your sponsor.
DBU is located in Dallas, which has moderate winters and dry summers. This weather will
be suitable for you.
6. Prepare Documents
Very short interview time
Have documents organized
Have brief explanations only
7. Know Home Country Regulations
Understand economic problems of your home country
Research visa procedures in your home country
Know future job plans
8. Maintain a Positive Attitude
Be confident
Be prepared
Speak clearly
Give short answers
9. Answer Dependent Issues
If your spouse and family are remaining in your home country, explain how they will support
themselves in your absence.
If your family does decide to join you at a later time, have them apply at the same post where
you applied for your visa.
If your spouse is applying for an F-2, realize that dependents cannot under any circumstance
be employed in the United States. Volunteer work and attending part-time school as a non
degree-seeking student are permitted activities.
10. For Denials
Do not engage the consular officer in an argument.
Ask the officer for a list of documents he or she would suggest you bring in order to overcome
the refusal. For more information, click here.
Obtain the reason you were denied in writing.
Make appointment for reapplication.
Contact DBU immediately.
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More Information
U.S. Department of State
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Bureau of Consular Affairs
Foreign Embassies of Washington D.C.
U.S. Customs & Border Protection
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
General Accountability Office
Code of Federal Regulations, U.S. Government Printing Office
U.S. Department of State - Visa Denials
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