Students / International Students

Flying Vikings welcomes students from all around the world, because there is no better place to fly than Northern California. You will love the weather, the people, and lifestyle of the Bay Area. Follow the steps below and get ready to pack your bags for the most exciting journey of your life!

First, fill out and submit an Application for Training at Flying Vikings. Please note that you must be able to speak and read English in order to train in the United States. Also note that the M-1 visa requires a minimum of 12 years basic education.

Once we approve your application, we will begin preparing for your M-1 student visa. Send us a photocopy of your birth certificate or passport and any other documents required. To read more about the visa, click here

Next, the FAA requires a medical exam. Click here for a list of qualified examiners in your country. If you want to take the exam in the U.S., we can arrange it for you.

All students must be approved by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Click here to create a new account on their website and follow the instructions.

Finally, we will send you Form I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status). You are now ready to apply for the M-1 visa at your nearest American Embassy or U.S. Consulate. A list of locations can be viewed here

Throughout the entire process, we are available by email, telephone, or fax to help you along the way. Flying Vikings staff can arrange housing for you as well. Hayward is home to a major university and there are plenty of apartments, rooms for rent, and student roommates available.