Embassy of the United States

All applicants needing the renewal of their student visa must present:

• The receipt from Banco Atlántida.  Since May 17, 2007 we have our Call Center available, and it is through them that you can obtain an appointment.  Your appointment fee is US$131, which can be paid at any Banco Atlantida branch.  Also you pay an additional fee of US$13, and you will obtain a PIN number to be used with our Call Center and they will give you your appointment date.
  
• All student visa applicants must present the following documents:
  
  • Passport with a minimum six month validity remaining.  If you need additional information about the requirements according to your nationality, please go to this website.
  • A new Form I-20A/B or I-20M/N or a Form I-20 with an endorsement on the back by a school official within the past 12 months.
  • Form I-901 (SEVIS Fee Application) and the corresponding receipt or evidence of payment.
    Note: This requirement applies if the I-20 was issued on or after September 1, 2004.
  • Non-Immigrant Visa Application Form DS-156 in the electronic format.
  • Form DS-158 (Contact Information and Work History for Non-Immigrant Visa Applicant) (PDF - 126K).
  • Men between the ages of 16 and 45 must also present Form DS-157 (Supplemental Non-Immigrant Visa Application) (PDF - 128K)
  • Recent 2x2 inch photo taken with a white background.

You should be prepared to present the following documents:

• Certified transcripts from the educational institution you attended.
• Financial evidence that shows sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses during the period of intended study (from parents, scholarship, sponsor, etc).
• Previous passports.