… the I-901 SEVIS fee by payment in U.S. dollars by credit card on fmjfee.com, or by check, money order or Western Union. b. Apply and obtain an F-1 International Student Visa Apply for an F-1 International Student Visa using the DS-160, Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application form. You must contact the U.S. Embassy or U.S. Consulate’s office for exact information … your active SEVIS record to ELAC. Arrange Travel to the U.S. Note: F -1 visa holders cannot enter the U.S. earlier than 30 days before the start date of the I -20 form. Required Documents for U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer …