Thursday, March 29, 2012

Dear South Africa...

Why do you think I am going to lie about myself to sneak in your country, not pay my tuition, spread tuberculosis, and refuse to leave? Don't you trust me? I have not given you any reason not to. Can't we be friends?
For all my lovely readers, the following is the list of everything I need to gather within three months time in order to get a study visa. As you can see... it's long.

Checklist of Documents to be Submitted:
  • A duly completed application form (BI-1738) signed by applicant
  • Passport valid for no less than 30 days upon completion of studies
  • Two (2) passport photos
  • Notarized copy of birth certificate
  • Proof of medical report (physical test by your physician)
  • Radiological report (chest X-Ray) or skin TB test
  • Police clearance certificate (criminal background check) from all countries the applicant has lived in since age 18 for one year or longer.
  • Proof of health coverage (health insurance)
  • Roundtrip flight itinerary
  • An official letter from the institution in South Africa confirming acceptance and duration of the course
  • An official letter of enrolment from the institution of learning concerned in the U.S. if applicable.
  • Proof of financial means in the form of bank statement or notarized letter from the parents stating the financial responsibility.
  • In case of a minor, a notarized letter of consent from the parent is required.
  • Proof of U.S. legal status (I-20 for F1 visa holders, copy of green card etc).
  • Non-refundable fee of  $72.00 money order for processing
  • $16.00 money order for overnight mailing
  • repatriation deposit of $1,500.00 money order in case of applicants travelling on one way ticket

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