SEVIS Fee Payment for Indian Students in 2026: The Complete Guide

India sends more students to the United States than any other country. If you are one of the hundreds of thousands of Indian students heading to the US in 2026, you must pay the I-901 SEVIS fee — $350 for F-1 students, $220 for J-1 exchange visitors — before your visa appointment at the US Consulate.

Easiest Ways to Pay from India

• Forex Card (Recommended): Load a multi-currency forex card from HDFC, ICICI, SBI, or Axis Bank with USD equivalent and pay directly on fmjfee.com. This is the most widely used method.
• International Debit/Credit Card: Most Indian Visa/Mastercard credit cards work on fmjfee.com. Ensure international transactions are enabled. Be aware of the ~3.5% forex markup.
• SEVISMate: Pay in INR via UPI, NEFT, or your Indian card. We handle the USD submission. Ideal if your cards keep getting declined.

How Much Is $350 in INR?

At current 2026 exchange rates, $350 USD is approximately ₹29,000–₹30,500 INR. Remember to include any forex card loading fee or bank markup.

Key Tips for Indian Applicants

• Pay at least 3 business days before your OFC/Consulate appointment
• Save your SEVIS payment receipt (PDF) — bring it to the interview
• Your SEVIS ID starts with "N" followed by 10 digits — find it on your I-20
• Double-check your name spelling matches your passport exactly