1. What is the SEVIS Fee?

The SEVIS Fee is an application fee charged to international students who are applying for a U.S. student visa. The fee helps pay for the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), which is an online system used by the U.S. government to track and monitor international students during their stay in the United States.

2. How much is the SEVIS Fee?

The SEVIS Fee is a one-time fee of $350 USD for most F and M visa applicants.

3. Who needs to pay the SEVIS Fee?

International students who are coming to the United States on an F or M student visa are required to pay the SEVIS Fee.

4. When should I pay the SEVIS Fee?

You should pay the SEVIS Fee immediately after being issued your Form I-20 or DS-2019. The SEVIS Fee must be paid at least three days before your visa interview, if applicable.

5. How do I pay the SEVIS Fee?

You can pay the SEVIS Fee with a credit or debit card, or bank transfer. You can pay the fee online at www.fmjfee.com, or at any authorized US bank.

6. Can I pay the SEVIS Fee with a credit card?

Yes, you can pay the SEVIS fee with a credit card.

7. How long does it take for my SEVIS Fee to be processed?

The processing time for a SEVIS fee can vary, but typically it takes up to two to three business days.

8. Do I need to attach my payment receipt to my visa application?

No, you do not need to attach your payment receipt to your visa application. The visa office will have a record of your payment and will use the information from that record to process your application.

9. Is there an expiration date on the SEVIS Fee payment?

No, there is no expiration date on the SEVIS Fee payment.

10. Can I get a refund if I don’t use my visa after paying the SEVIS Fee?

No, you are not eligible for a refund of the SEVIS fee if you do not use your visa. The SEVIS fee is non-refundable and non-transferable, regardless of the outcome of your visa application.

11. What if I have already paid my SEVIS fee and need to change my visa type?

If you have already paid your SEVIS fee and need to change your visa type, you must submit a new Form I-901, Payment for Exchange Visitor (J-1) Status, along with the required fee. Your new SEVIS fee payment will not replace your original payment and will not reduce the amount due.

12. Do I need to pay the SEVIS fee if I am transferring from another school?

Yes. All international students who are transferring from one school to another must pay the SEVIS fee before they can be issued a new Form I-20.

13. What if I need to change my visa application after paying the SEVIS Fee?

If you need to make changes to your visa application after paying the SEVIS Fee, you may contact the U.S. embassy or consulate where you are applying to inquire about their process for making changes. You may need to submit a new SEVIS Fee payment if the changes require a new I-20 or DS-2019 form.

14. Do I need to pay an extra fee when processing my visa application after paying the SEVIS Fee?

No, you do not need to pay an extra fee when processing your visa application after paying the SEVIS Fee. The SEVIS Fee is the only fee associated with the visa application process.

15. Is there a way to check if my payment for the SEVIS fee has been processed?

Yes. You can check the status of your SEVIS fee payment by visiting the FMJ Fee website at https://www.fmjfee.com/i901fee/index.jsp and entering the required information.

16. Is there a way to expedite processing of my SEVIS fee payment?

There is no way to expedite the processing of a SEVIS fee payment. SEVIS fee payments are processed by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) and the processing timeline is not within the control of any other organization.

17. What happens if my visa is denied after I’ve paid the SEVIS Fee?

If your visa is denied after you’ve paid the SEVIS fee, you can request a SEVIS fee refund. Contact the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) to initiate the SEVIS fee refund process.

18. What if I have multiple visas and need to pay the SEVIS Fee for each one?

Yes, you will need to pay the SEVIS Fee for each one of your visas. The fee must be paid before you go to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate to apply for your visa.

19. If I’m applying for an extension of an existing student visa, do I still need to pay the SEVIS fee?

Yes, if you are applying for an extension of an existing student visa, you will still need to pay the SEVIS fee.

20. Are there any exemptions from paying the SEVIS Fee?

Yes, there are certain exemptions from paying the SEVIS Fee. These include: A-1, A-2, C-3 (diplomats or NATO officials and their family members), G-1, G-2, G-3, G-4, NATO-1 through NATO-4, and their families.