Navigating Student Visa Processes to Study Abroad with Focus on TOEFL Exam

Taking TOEFL test and getting a high score can really help in your application. Usually, universities globally accept admission of those students who have a good score in such exams.

Getting a student visa is an important step if you want to study in another country. To get the students visa, you often need to show that you can speak and understand English well. The TOEFL test is one way to prove this. A good TOEFL score can help you get into a university and also make your student visa process easier. 

The TOEFL exam is the most widely accepted in 13,000+ institutions across 160+ countries and now takes less than 2 hours making it one of the shorter tests with widest acceptance. This article will explain how TOEFL helps with student visas and how the visa process works in different countries.

Understanding the Student Visa Process Globally

The core principles of student visa processes are securing admission, proving financial capability, and demonstrating language proficiency. Showcasing your English proficiency in English-speaking countries is easier with a TOEFL score and it also proves your ability to thrive in an academic environment.

Student Visa Processes

While understanding the Visa processes in different countries is a bit hectic task, a simplified list is provided below for easier understanding.

United States (F-1 Visa)

• TOEFL Score: A TOEFL score supports your application and is one of the key requirements for getting university admission and a US F-1 Visa.
• You must be admitted to a school certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP).
• Pay the SEVIS fee and keep the receipt for your visa application.
• Complete the DS-160, the Online Non-immigrant Visa Application.
• Schedule and attend a visa interview at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Bring your I-20 form, DS-160 confirmation, SEVIS fee receipt, TOEFL score report, and passport.

United Kingdom (Tier 4 Student Visa)

• TOEFL Requirement: For non-native English speakers, a TOEFL score is required to prove English proficiency for UK Tier 4 Student Visa.
• Get admission to a school licensed by the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).
• Obtain a CAS number from your institution.
• Complete the online visa application and pay the visa fee.
• Attend a biometric appointment to provide fingerprints and photographs.
• Demonstrate that you have sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses.

Australia (Student Visa Subclass 500)

• TOEFL Requirement: TOEFL scores are accepted by the Australian government for all immigration and visas (Australian student visa, work, and skilled visas)
• Get admission to a registered course at an Australian educational institution.
• Apply online for the Student Visa Subclass 500.
• Undergo health checks and provide police clearance if necessary.
• Show evidence of sufficient funds to cover fees, living expenses, and travel costs.