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๐Ÿ“„ Documents

List of magical US codes, documents, and their purpose.

DocumentTypePurpose
F-1VisaThe student visa sticker on the passport.
I-901FeeSEVIS fee paid by visa applicants (such as F-1, J-1, M-1, etc.) before applying for a visa.
I-20/DS-2019FormForm to apply for an F-1/J-1 visa cross the US border.
I-94FormArrival-Departure Record Card issued by CBP.
8843FormDeclare non-resident status for tax purposes by F-1 or J-1 visa holders.
I-9FormVerify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the US.
W-4FormEmployee's Withholding Certificate for Federal income tax purposes.
DE-4FormEmployee's Withholding Allowance Certificate for California Personal Income Tax (PIT) purposes.