International Students Admission

Before departing for FS University, please ensure you complete these important preparations:

Essential Documents

✔ Obtain your student visa from the Indian Embassy/High Commission
✔ Carry your original admission letter from FS University
✔ Bring original academic certificates + 10 passport-sized photographs
✔ Keep fee payment receipt (confirm payment reached university)

Health Preparations

✔ Complete medical check-up in home country
✔ Recommended vaccinations: Typhoid and Hepatitis
✔ Carry prescribed medications with doctor’s prescription
✔ Medical insurance valid in India (recommended)

Travel & Arrival

✈ Register with FS International Office for airport pickup (2 weeks before arrival)
ℹ Share complete flight details (flight number, date, time)
💰 Bring money as Traveler’s Cheques (easier to exchange)

What to Pack

🧳 Important Items in Hand Luggage:

• Passport & visa documents

• University contact numbers

• Essential medicines

• Valuables

🧥 Clothing:

• Summer wear (35-45°C from March-September)

• Winter clothes (5-20°C from October-February)

• Traditional attire for cultural events (optional)

🔌 Electronics:

• Voltage converter (India uses 240V)

• Plug adapter (for 2/3 pin Indian sockets)

Campus Life

🛒 Basic necessities available at campus stores
🍽 Indian food provided in mess (vegetarian/non-vegetarian options)
🛏 Bedding available for purchase locally

Prohibited Items

❌ Electrical appliances like iron/kettle (available on campus)
❌ Expensive jewelry or unnecessary valuables

Immediate Steps After Arrival

1. University Registration

   • Report to the International Students Office within 48 hours of arrival.

   • Submit:
     ✓ Passport + visa copies
     ✓ 4 passport-sized photographs
     ✓ Medical fitness certificate (if required)

2. FRRO Registration

   • Mandatory for all international students within 14 days of arrival.

   • FS University will assist with:
     ✓ Online FRRO application (https://indianfrro.gov.in)
     ✓ Required documents (passport, visa, admission letter, proof of address)

1. Student Visa (Type ‘S’)

• Validity: Matches course duration (extendable through FRRO).

• Requirements to Maintain Status:
  ✓ Full-time enrollment at FS University
  ✓ No off-campus work without permission
  ✓ Address changes must be reported to FRRO

2. Visa Extension Process

• Start 60 days before expiry.

• Submit to FRRO:
  ✓ Academic progress report from university
  ✓ Fee payment receipts
  ✓ Valid passport

3. Important Rules

❌ Never overstay your visa (penalties apply).
❌ Do NOT accept paid work without proper authorization.
ℹ Lost passport? Immediately contact:

• Your embassy + FRRO + FS International Office

Living in India

Essential Contacts

• FS International Office:
  📞 +91-9720205727 / +91-7900888920
  📧 international@fsu.edu.in

• Local FRRO Office:
  📍 Agra FRRO: [Address + Contact]

Health & Safety

• Register with university health center upon arrival.

• Emergency number: 112 (India’s universal emergency line).

Key Reminders

✔ Carry your passport + university ID at all times.
✔ Keep digital copies of all documents on your phone.
✔ Check visa expiry dates regularly.

FS University’s International Office is available 24/7 for emergencies.