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International

Players

A guide to visa and application information

Franklin Prep Academy is proud to host players from around the world. We understand the process can be daunting and at times confusing. We hope to allevatiate concerns that come with coming to America to join Franklin Prep Academy.

B1/B2 Tourist Visa

The U.S. tourist visa, otherwise known as the B1/B2 visa, is specifically for persons whishing to enter the United States for business, pleasure, tourism or medical needs.

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This visa is appropriate for: 

Athletes participating in Franklin Prep Academy program with no academic component.

Parents of Franklin Prep Academy students.

General tourists who wish to visit Franklin Prep Academy without enrolling in a full-time program.

Applying for a Tourist Visa

Each individual applying for a tourist visa must submit the following documentation to their local embassy:

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The DS-160, online application for nonimmigrant visa.

A passport valid for at least 6 months after the applicant's intended period of stay.

One 2x2 photograph.

Required visa application and issuance fee.

Requesting a Letter of Support for Tourist

If you are the parent of a student attending Franklin Prep Academy, we can issue you a letter stating your child's name and the dates of enrollment in order to support your case at the Embassy.

To Request a Letter

Please email a copy of your passport picture to info@franklinprepacademy.com and let us know your reservation dates at Franklin Prep Academy. 

Please allow 3 business days for the letter. The letter will be emailed as a color PDF that you can print out and take to the Embassy.

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If you already made a reservation and deposit with Franklin Prep Academy we can issue a letter stating your name, the dates of your reservation and an explanation of what you will be doing while at Franklin Prep Academy.

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Franklin Prep Academy can issue factual letters but cannot go into detail regarding your character or intentions while in the U.S. However, we will do our best to guide you through the Embassy process and to answer any questions you may have. Please do not hesitate to contact info@franklinprepacademy.com with any concerns or questions. I

If your visa is denied, please contact us if you plan to re-apply so we can discuss any specific Embassy situations.

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