United States visa
Two visa types for Saudi students — choose one to see its fees, requirements and document checklist.
Government fees
694SAR
MRV · USD 185 + SEVIS USD 350 + Visa Integrity USD 250
Visa validity
5 years, multiple entry
For Saudi citizens · stay follows your I-20
Work allowed
20 hours a week
On campus during term
When to apply
Up to 365 days before you start
Book your interview early
Document checklist
Tick what you’ve prepared — 0 of 5 ready
Conditions after the visa is issued
Full-time study
Keep the required number of hours
No off-campus work
Unless authorised under CPT or OPT
Update your address
Within 10 days in SEVIS
Application steps and how long each takes
- 1
Issuing the I-20
We follow up with the school until the form is issued.
Depends on the university - 2
SEVIS and DS-160
Paying the fee and completing the form.
Within 3 business days - 3
Interview preparation
A preparation session on the expected questions.
Depends on available appointments - 4
Interview and passport collection
We track the application until collection.
Depends on the country’s processing time
We handle your whole United States visa
From reviewing your documents to the decision — we’ll quote our service fee before we start.
Source: US Department of State — travel.state.gov · Fees and conditions are a guide and subject to change · Last reviewed: 3 November 2026 · SAR amounts are approximate (USD = 3.75 SAR).