F-1 Academic Student Visa
Study in America — and build the CPT, OPT, and H-1B sequence from day one.
Overview
The F-1 visa is the primary route for full-time academic study at U.S. colleges, universities, and language programs. F-1 students may work through CPT, OPT, and STEM OPT — the sequence that feeds the H-1B cap and long-term green card planning.
Who May Qualify
- Admission to a SEVP-certified school and Form I-20
- Sufficient funds and ties supporting nonimmigrant intent
- Full-time enrollment and status compliance
How We Help
- Visa interview preparation and refusal response strategy
- Reinstatement, transfers, and status-violation triage
- CPT/OPT/STEM OPT planning and cap-gap H-1B strategy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is cap-gap?
An automatic extension of F-1 status and EAD for students with timely H-1B cap filings, bridging to October 1.
This page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is formed by viewing this page. Immigration law is complex and fact-specific — please consult a qualified immigration attorney about your individual situation.