Benefits
US study permits are without exception non-immigrant visas and will not lead to a Permanent Resident Card for lawful permanent residence in the USA, or as it is more commonly known, a US Green Card. However, there are several benefits for those wishing to study in the US. In particular, M-1 visa holders can remain in the United States for extended periods in order to pursue their educational goals, in some cases they may even be permitted to work in the US if practical training is a necessary part of their curriculum.
In America, M1 visas allow candidates to freely enter and leave the United States throughout the duration of their grant and in addition, dependents may enter the country with the principle applicant and remain in the US for the duration of their course of study.
Eligibility
The M1 US visa is intended for those applicants relocating to the USA in order to participate in a course of vocational training. To qualify under this route candidates must:
- Be accepted for a full time course by an institution approved by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
- Have sufficient command of the English language to fulfil the course, or have special arrangements in place at the institution to receive language tuition.
- Have sufficient funds to cater for the first twelve months of study and be able to access funds to cover subsequent years of the course.
- Intend to return to their country of residence at the end of the grant of leave.
M1 visas are usually granted for the time it will take to complete the course plus 30 days, or one year, depending on which is less.
Spouse Immigration and Dependent Immigration
Whilst student visas for the USA are not intended as routes to permanent settlement, in most cases they will result in the applicant being in the country for a lengthy period.
As a result, applicants immigrating to America through all classes of student permit may bring their spouse and/or dependents with them.
In the case of M visa holders, dependents are granted a US M-2 visa, allowing them to remain in the country for the same duration as the principal applicant and to study if they wish, although employment is not permitted. Find out further information on our US Visa Appeal page.
As a result, applicants immigrating to America through all classes of student permit may bring their spouse and/or dependents with them.
In the case of M visa holders, dependents are granted a US M-2 visa, allowing them to remain in the country for the same duration as the principal applicant and to study if they wish, although employment is not permitted. Find out further information on our US Visa Appeal page.
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