Visa Information
U.S. Visas
F-1 Student Visa
The F-1 visa is a category of student visa given by U.S. citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The "F" visa is reserved for non-immigrant's wishing to pursue academic studies and/or language training programs.
Intrax International Institute F-1 Visa applicants must enroll in the English Success program (18 hours per week) or more, for a minimum of 4 weeks. Please note that many Embassies and Consulates require an in-person interview for new F-1 visa applicants.
All students applying for an F-1 student visa must obtain an SEVIS I-20 document from Intrax International Institute. You must provide the following documentation to receive your I-20:
- Copy of your current passport
- Completed Intrax International Institute application
- Copy of financial certification showing sufficient funds for your tuition and living expense* (see below)
- Paid $100 application fee
The SEVIS I-20 form can only be issued after you have submitted these documents and completed your application. Once you have been issued your I-20 form you must pay the $200 SEVIS fee before you can apply for your F-1 Student Visa.
Financial Certification can be one of the following:
- A current bank statement or letter from your bank
- A letter of support from your parents/sponsor stating that they will be responsible for your expenses during your stay, and a bank statement or letter verifying their financial ability to meet your expenses
- A letter guaranteeing financial support from a sponsoring organization
- A scholarship letter from your government
When you fax documents to Intrax International Institute, be sure to take the original documents to your F-1 visa interview in your home country and also when you arrive in the USA. The U.S. consular officer will need to see your original financial documentation when you apply for a student visa (F-1), so we suggest that you make sufficient copies of all documentation for both Intrax International Institute and visa application purposes.
If your application for an I-20 form is submitted less than 4 weeks prior to your Intrax start date, we strongly recommend that the Intrax International Institute acceptance packet is sent by Express Delivery. There will be an extra charge of $50 for this service and it will ensure that the student receives their acceptance materials in a timely manner. Please note that for certain countries Express Delivery is always recommended.
For more details on the F-1 Student Visa, please refer to the U.S. Department of State website.
The Visa Waiver Program
The visa waiver program enables citizens from certain countries to travel to the U.S. for tourism or business without obtaining a visa. Participants entering the United States on the visa waiver program can stay in the United States up to a maximum of 90 days and may not enroll in a course of study for more than 18 hours per week.
The following are 34 countries which currently participants in the visa waiver program:
Andorra |
Iceland |
New Zealand |
B-1 and B-2 Visitors
B-1 and B-2 Visitors are typically non-immigrants visiting the United States for shorter lengths of stay. B-1 and B-2 Visitors may not sign up for a full time course of study, usually more than 18 hours per week. Intrax International Institute welcomes B-1 and B-2 visitors to our English Success and TOEFL or TOEIC Success programs on a Standard schedule. For more information on B-1 and B-2 visas please contact your local U.S. embassy.
Other Visas
J-1
J-1 students may study English in any Intrax International Institute program, but participants are responsible for maintaining the terms of their J-1 Visa status.
F-2, J-2, L2, H2, etc.
Dependents of visa holders may study part-time or full time, depending on the visa type. For more information, please refer to the United States Customs and Immigration Service website.
Canada Visas
There are several types of visas for Canada that you may have while studying at Intrax:
Temporary Resident (Visitor Visa), Study Permit (Student Visa), Working Holiday Program or Study Permit with a Work Permit with a C30 Exemption (Professional Internship Program only)
Students must apply directly to a Canadian Visa-Issuing Office (a Canadian Embassy or Canadian Consulate) in their home country before traveling to Canada and speak to an immigration officer at the airport (port of entry) to obtain the correct permit.
A student's country of origin and length of time desired to study in Canada will determine what permit is required. A complete listing of overseas Canadian Visa-Issuing Offices can be searched by visiting the CIC website.
Temporary Resident Visa
Temporary Resident Visas are needed for most stays in Canada of 6 months or less. Check with your local Canadian Embassy or Consulate to confirm whether you need a Temporary Resident Visa from your country of origin. Countries requiring a TRV include Brazil, Venezuela, Thailand, Saudi Arabia and Ecuador (view full list of countries). Applicants traveling on a Temporary Resident Visa may register for any Intrax program of 6 months or less.
A TRV Visa-Exemption is valid for stays up to 6 months for certain Visa-exempt countries; including Japan, Republic of Korea, Mexico, France and Germany (view full list of visa exempt countries). Applicants traveling on a TRV Visa-Exemption may register for any Intrax program of 6 months or less.
Study Permit
If you are coming to Canada for 6 months or more, you will need to apply for a Study Permit (Visa) at your local Canadian Embassy or Consulate and register for any Intrax program for the validity period of the permit. Visas may take as long as eight weeks to process, so apply early. In order to obtain a visa, you will need to provide:
- A valid passport
- Letter of acceptance from Intrax International Institute
- Proof of sufficient funds for your time in Canada
Working Holiday Program
If you are coming to Canada on a Working Holiday Program, you are permitted to work, study and travel for the length of your program. You will be issued a TRV and Work Permit at the port of entry and will be eligible to participate in Intrax' Professional Internship Program. Countries that are eligible for the Working Holiday Program are:
Australia |
Germany |
The Netherlands |
Student Permit with a Work Permit with a C30 Exemption
If wish to participate in the Professional Internship Program you will be required to apply for a Working Holiday Program or Student Permit with a Work Permit "with a C30 Exemption". Learn about the process of requesting a Specialized Letter of Acceptance from Intrax Vancouver to apply for this visa.
For more information on entering Canada as a visitor, student or worker, including application forms and kits, please visit www.cic.gc.ca.
