What’s the I-20 Form

10/29/2019

I 20 Application, International Students

I-20 is a Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Students Status in America. It’s applicable for both language & academic studies. It’s one of the mist critical documents in the admission process. The I-20 is of such significance because it concerns the United States Department of Homeland Security. This entails, that until you’ve the I-20 form with you, you’re not entitled to apply for a visa.

What are the labels, F-Students & M-Students?

In fact, the I-20 is awarded by the SEVP (Student and Exchange Visitor Program) affiliated schools, colleges and universities. This I-20 form is obligatory only for those opting for F-11, F-2,M-1 and M-2 statuses:

F- Students are those who’re applying for the Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status under the a language or an academic study course
M- Students are those who’re applying for the Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status under vocational courses.

Why is the I-20 form so critical?

Most importantly, it’s a document that holds all your biographical details, your school code, and the student tracking number. Next, it holds whether you fit into the F or M status & its relevant rank. It’s an evidence of your legal status & stay in America. For all further govt-associated documentation process, you’ll have to depend on the I-20. Furthermore, it includes your class & program details. The aforementioned info is spread across 3 main sections. These sections are named as Page 1, Page 2 and Page 3.