What is the SEVIS Fee, and who is required to pay it?
The SEVIS Fee is a mandatory U.S. government fee. All F and J visa applicants, except F2 and J2 dependents, are required to pay the fee.
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What is the SEVIS Fee, and who is required to pay it?

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The SEVIS Fee is a mandatory U.S. government fee. All F and J visa applicants, except F2 and J2 dependents, are required to pay the fee.<|im_end|>