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An overview of the rising US Student Visa Fee​ 

By Akansha Bhadula 

Discover the Department of State's commitment to facilitating legitimate travel for international students pursuing education in the United States. 

introduction

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On March 28, 2023 final rule was published in the Federal Register regarding increases in student visa application fees. 

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final rule announcement

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Understand the specific fee increase for student and exchange visitor visas, from US$160 (₹13200) to US$185 (₹15200), effective June 17, 2023. 

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fee increase details

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Financial implications for international students pursuing education in the United States made to the increase in visa fees. 

financial impact on students

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United States is a preferred destination for international students seeking quality education and the benefits it offers. 

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importance of u.s. education

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Activity-based costing methodology used by the Department of State to determine the actual cost of providing consular services, including visa services. 

cost calculation methodology

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Discover when the fees for student and exchange visitor visas were last updated and the rationale behind the recent adjustments. 

fee update history

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Measures taken by the U.S. government and educational institutions to support international students in navigating the visa fee changes. 

supporting international students

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Scholarships, grants, and financial aid programs available to help international students mitigate the impact of increased visa fees. 

financial assistance options

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The key points covered in the webstory, emphasizing the impact of student visa fee changes and the commitment to facilitate education for international students in the United States. 

recap

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