Initial Documents

Learn about the initial documents you'll need for your visa application.

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Costs and Finances

Find information about the financial documents you need to provide to qualify for an LSU I-20 or DS-2019.
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Pinned Article Understanding your DS-2019

The DS-2019 Certificate of Eligibility is used to apply for the J-1 exchange visitor/student visa, and the form includes information about you, your program, and financial information. Learn more about this form here.

Pinned Article Understanding your I-20

The I-20 Certificate of Eligibility is used to apply for the F-1 student visa, and the form includes information about you, the school, your education level and major, and financial information. Learn more here.

LSU Initial I-20/DS-2019 Request Help Guide

This help guide provides a list of the information and materials that admitted applicants need to provide to International Student Services when requesting an Initial or Transfer I-20 or DS-2019 from LSU.

Next Steps after Receiving the I-20 or DS-2019

Received your I-20 or DS-2019 from LSU? Find out the next immigration steps you need to take to become an LSU student.

Electronic Transmission of I-20 and DS-2019

Please note that International Student Services is no longer providing hard-copy I-20s/DS-2019s since we are allowed to email the scanned, electronically signed documents. However, you must print your I-20 or DS-2019, sign the form, and bring the form to your visa interview at the U.S. Consulate and/or entry to the United States.