International Visas That Allow Flight Training

One of the most frequently asked question we receive from International Students is what types of visas as allowed to be used for Flight Training. We’ll go over the different types of Visas and whether you can flight training using them with the Academy.

International Visas That Allow Flight Training

US Aviation Academy’s primary method of training for International Students is through our M1 Visa – Vocational Training. We also offer the ability to utilize F1 Visa – Collegiate Training through several of our partner Universities.
Visa Description Training Allowed Extra Training Work Allowed*
M1 Visa Vocational Training PPL, IR, CPL ME CPL SE, CFI, CFII, MEI No
F1 Visa Collegiate Education PPL, IR, CPL, CFI, CFII MEI Yes
B1 Visa Business Visitors PPL, IR, CPL ME CPL SE, CFI, CFII, MEI Yes
J1 Visa Exchange Visitors Unknown Unknown Unknown
K1 Visa Fiancé Unknown Unknown Unknown
O1 Visa Foreign Nationals with Gifted Ability Unknown Unknown Unknown
B2 Visa Tourist Visitors Unknown Unknown Unknown
H1B Visa Specialty Worker PPL, IR, CPL ME CPL SE, CFI, CFII, MEI Yes
*US Aviation Academy only hires Part 141 CFI/CFII graduates of our program. We also not guarantee hiring of Certified Flight Instructors, domestic or internationals students. Having the legal ability to work in the United States after receiving a CFI/CFII Certificate does not ensure employment.