New YorkVerified 2026-10-22US F-1 Student Visa I-20 Funds 2026 — Bank Statement Guide
US F-1 / I-20 proof of funds: show liquid assets covering first-year costs on your I-20. Format interview-ready PDFs and sponsor letters.
Applicant-prepared summary. Accompanies your original bank-issued statements; does not replace them.
Financial evidence
Officer-readableDestination
United States
New York
Statement months
3–6 months
Recommended balance
Enough to cover trip + ties to home country
Verified Oct 2026
Currency
USD
Consistent balance history matters more than a single large deposit. USD equivalents shown for foreign accounts.
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Months required
Recent liquid-fund evidence (often latest 3–6 months) matching I-20 totals
Balance guidance
At least the amount listed on your Form I-20 for the first academic year (tuition + living)
Last verified
2026-10-22
Recent changes
Requirements last verified 2026-10-22. We re-check official sources quarterly.
Embassy requirements
- Bank statements or liquid asset proof covering the I-20 first-year total
- Sponsor affidavit / letter when parents or relatives fund the study
- Relationship proof and sponsor income/employment where requested
- Consistent name across passport, I-20, and bank evidence
- Explain large recent deposits before the consular interview
Period: Recent liquid-fund evidence (often latest 3–6 months) matching I-20 totals · Balance: At least the amount listed on your Form I-20 for the first academic year (tuition + living)
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Common rejection reasons
- Funds below the I-20 estimated cost
- Illiquid assets presented as cash without clear access
- Weak sponsor documentation
- Last-minute unexplained deposits
FAQ
Match or exceed the first-year cost on your I-20 (tuition + living). There is no single USCIS dollar amount for all schools.
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