Subham C.
US student visa approved on his first attempt.
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Dhiraj Kandel
Managing DirectorSchedule a free consultation with our expert counselors to discuss your study
USA F-1 student visa counselling
Best Consultancy in Nepal for USA
Planning to study in the USA and wondering who should guide you? Meet our USA counselors, see how we prepare you for the embassy interview, and learn what we check before you pay a single application fee.
Talk to a USA counselor for free
We guide your US application without charging a consultancy fee.
7 USA counselorsacross all six offices, plus online counselling
20US universities and community colleges in our guides
6 officesin Kathmandu, Lalitpur, Chitwan, Pokhara and Itahari
4.8 out of 5from 1,231 Google reviews across our six offices
Licensed by Nepal's Ministry of Education (licence 57-2077/078). ECAN member. ICEF accredited agency.
Quick answer
Goreto Educational Consultancy is a licensed consultancy in Nepal with USA counselors at all six offices and online. Counselling is free.
We prepare you for the F-1 interview at the US Embassy with mock interviews, check that your DS-160 matches your I-20, and tell you honestly if your profile is not ready yet. For universities, costs and visa rules, start with our Study in USA from Nepal guide.
Recent USA visas
Which Goreto students recently got their visas?
Subham got his US visa on the first attempt. The others also got their visas through Goreto and said so in public Google reviews.
Ishan T.
Visa approved on his second attempt, after a refusal through another consultancy. Govinda Bhandari reworked his file.
Read the review on GoogleUnesh C.
Visa approved and now enrolled in the program he chose with his counselor.
Read the review on GoogleEach card links to the student's own review. A US consular officer decides every F-1 visa.
Honest assessment first
Does Goreto send every student to the US interview?
No. We look at your whole profile first, and if the interview is likely to go badly, we tell you before you pay any fees.
A 214(b) refusal stays on your record, and the next officer will see it. Students often book a second interview too soon, with the same story, and get the same answer.
So we start with an honest look at your grades, test scores, funds and reasons for choosing the US. If something is missing, we would rather fix it with you now than sit through a refusal later.
Ready for the US
Your profile holds up. We build a school list that fits your grades and budget and start applications.
Needs work first
A test score, the sponsor's documents or your study plan needs strengthening. We set the steps and a target intake.
Better somewhere else
If the US is a poor fit right now, we tell you and show you a country or route that suits you. One of our Canada students got there after an F-1 refusal.
We advise; you choose. Nothing moves forward without your say.
Offices near you
Where can you meet a Goreto USA counselor?
Every Goreto office has a counselor for US applications, and Prakash Regmi also counsels online for students who live far from an office.
USA consultancy in Kathmandu
At the New Baneshwor head office, Dhiraj Kandel and Prakash Regmi handle US files. Near Putalisadak, Biniya Khadgi manages our Bagbazar office and takes US applicants from school list to interview.
4.8 947 Google reviews
- Chowk Goreto Bhawan, Old - New Baneshwor Road, Kathmandu, Bagmati Province 44600
- 01-4583252
- USA counselors: Dhiraj Kandel, Prakash Regmi
4.9 37 Google reviews
- Opposite PK Campus, Sallyan House Block B, 2nd Floor, Putalisadak Sadak, Kathmandu, Bagmati Province 44600
- 01-5928252
- USA counselors: Biniya Khadgi
USA consultancy in Lalitpur
Prachanda Bhandari counsels US applicants at Kumaripati, where students can also prepare for IELTS or PTE in the same office.
5.0 63 Google reviews
- Kumaripati, Lalitpur
- 01-5920463
- USA counselors: Prachanda Bhandari
USA consultancy in Chitwan
Yogendra Prasad Lamichhane manages our Bharatpur office and works with Chitwan students applying to US universities and community colleges.
4.5 50 Google reviews
- Metropolitan City, East West Highway Opposite of CMC Hospital, Bharatpur 44207
- 056-510672
- USA counselors: Yogendra Prasad Lamichhane
USA consultancy in Pokhara
In Pokhara, branch manager Navin Dhungana guides US applicants, so students from Kaski do not need to travel to Kathmandu.
4.4 29 Google reviews
- 6XFR+F27, Chiple Dhunga Rd, Pokhara, Gandaki Province 33700
- 061-544000
- USA counselors: Navin Dhungana
USA consultancy in Itahari
In eastern Nepal, Govinda Bhandari counsels US applicants at our Itahari office.
4.8 105 Google reviews
- 3rd Floor, Second Building North of Itahari Chowk, Dharan Rd, Itahari 56705
- 025-590922
- USA counselors: Govinda Bhandari
USA problems we solve
Why do US visa applications from Nepal fail, and how does Goreto help?
Most US refusals from Nepal come from a short interview that does not convince the officer, and almost every cause can be prepared for.
Your interview lasts a few minutes
The F-1 interview at the US Embassy in Kathmandu is short. Most refusals from Nepal fall under section 214(b), when the officer is not convinced of your study plan or your ties to Nepal.
How Goreto handles it
We run mock interviews until you can explain your school, your course, who pays and your plans after graduating, clearly and in your own words. Memorised lines are easy for an officer to spot.
Your DS-160 does not match your I-20
The officer compares your DS-160, I-20, SEVIS record and answers. A different course name, date or sponsor can sink an otherwise good file.
How Goreto handles it
We check the DS-160 line by line against your passport, I-20 and documents before you submit, and confirm the SEVIS fee is paid to the right record.
See our DS-160 guide and how to pay the SEVIS fee.
Your sponsor's funds look thin
Your I-20 lists the cost of the first year, and you must show money to cover it. Officers also ask where that money came from.
How Goreto handles it
We look at your sponsor’s income, savings history, loan papers and property valuation together, so the story behind the numbers makes sense. A scholarship can reduce what you need to show.
See the cost to study in the USA and US scholarships for Nepali students.
You were refused under 214(b) before
You can apply again, but the officer will ask what has changed since the last interview.
How Goreto handles it
We look at what was weak the first time and change it: a different school, stronger finances, or a clearer plan. If the US no longer makes sense, we say so; one of our students was granted a Canada study permit after an F-1 refusal.
See the common US visa rejection reasons.
You cannot decide between a big name and an affordable school
US fees vary hugely between private universities, public universities and community colleges.
How Goreto handles it
We build a list with ambitious, realistic and affordable schools, and show you the community college route where you study two years at lower cost and then transfer.
Compare public and private universities and read about community colleges in the USA.
Your social media does not match your story
Since June 2025, the State Department reviews the online presence of student visa applicants and asks them to set social media accounts to public.
How Goreto handles it
We go through what is public about you, so your posts, profiles and work history tell the same story as your DS-160 and your interview answers. You list every account you have used on the DS-160, so nothing should be hidden or deleted.
See the latest in our US student visa news.
Your spouse or child will come with you
Your family can apply for F-2 visas, but they cannot work in the US, and you must show extra funds for them.
How Goreto handles it
We plan the extra funds and the dependants’ documents with you from the start, so your family’s case supports yours instead of weakening it.
See the F-2 visa guide for dependants.
You want to work in the US after graduating
F-1 students can work up to 20 hours a week on campus during term. After the course, OPT usually gives 12 months of work, and STEM graduates can apply for a 24-month extension. Nothing after that is guaranteed.
How Goreto handles it
We explain how OPT, the STEM extension and CPT work for your course, and are honest that staying on afterwards depends on employers and US rules.
See CPT vs OPT and staying in the USA after study.
USA counselors
Who are Goreto's USA counselors?
Each of our six offices has a counselor for US applications, and every one of them runs mock F-1 interviews.
Dhiraj Kandel
Managing Director · New Baneshwor, Kathmandu
Dhiraj Kandel
Managing Director · New Baneshwor, Kathmandu
Dhiraj leads the USA work at the head office. He is a US ATC certified counsellor and reviews school choice, funding and interview readiness on complex files.
Prakash Regmi
Co-ordinator / Senior Counselor · New Baneshwor, Chitwan and online
Prakash Regmi
Co-ordinator / Senior Counselor · New Baneshwor, Chitwan and online
Prakash builds US school lists with students and runs online counselling for anyone who cannot reach an office, from the first call to the interview practice.
Biniya Khadgi
Branch Manager / Counselor · Bagbazar, Kathmandu
Biniya Khadgi
Branch Manager / Counselor · Bagbazar, Kathmandu
Biniya manages our Bagbazar office and takes US applicants through the school list, the I-20 and interview practice.
Govinda Bhandari
Branch Manager / Counselor · Itahari
Govinda Bhandari
Branch Manager / Counselor · Itahari
Govinda manages our Itahari office and helps students from eastern Nepal plan US applications, from school choice to the embassy interview.
Navin Dhungana
Branch Manager / Counselor · Pokhara
Navin Dhungana
Branch Manager / Counselor · Pokhara
Navin manages our Pokhara office and guides US applicants from Kaski through applications, the DS-160 and interview preparation.
Prachanda Bhandari
Senior Counselor · Kumaripati, Lalitpur
Prachanda Bhandari
Senior Counselor · Kumaripati, Lalitpur
Prachanda counsels US applicants at Kumaripati on school selection, applications and the visa documents.
Yogendra Prasad Lamichhane
Counselor & Branch Manager · Chitwan
Yogendra Prasad Lamichhane
Counselor & Branch Manager · Chitwan
Yogendra guides US applicants from Chitwan and nearby districts at our Bharatpur office, from choosing schools to preparing for the embassy interview.
How it works
How do you go from first meeting to F-1 visa with Goreto?
Six stages, with interview practice built in well before your embassy date.
A straight first answer
We review your grades, scores, funds and goals, and tell you whether the US is realistic for the next intake.
School list and test plan
We mix ambitious, realistic and affordable schools and plan any test you still need. Pick your fall, spring or summer intake first.
Applications and I-20
We prepare your applications and essays and follow up until your I-20 arrives. The application process guide has every stage.
SEVIS fee and DS-160
You pay the USD 350 SEVIS fee and the USD 185 visa fee, and we check your DS-160 against your I-20 before it is submitted.
Mock interviews and appointment
We book the embassy appointment and practise with you until your answers are clear. Every document is in the US visa requirements guide.
Before you fly
Arrival, housing, health insurance and on-campus jobs.
Institutions
Which US universities and community colleges does Goreto cover?
We have guides to 10 US universities and 10 community colleges, including the route from a community college to a university.
What support do you get after the F-1 visa is issued?
Before you leave, your counselor walks you through arrival and your first semester.
- Timing: a student visa can be issued up to 365 days before your course starts, but you can enter the US no more than 30 days before the start date.
- Entry: carry your I-20 and funding documents in your hand luggage for the port of entry.
- Money: what a month costs, in our guide to the cost of living in the USA.
- Work: on-campus jobs up to 20 hours a week during term, and why off-campus work needs CPT or OPT.
- Status: stay enrolled full time and keep your I-20 valid for the whole course.
Which questions should you ask a USA consultancy?
Ask these at any consultancy, Goreto too.
- Who runs my mock interviews, and how many will I get?
- Will you compare my DS-160 with my I-20 before I submit?
- Do you suggest community colleges when they suit my budget?
- What is your Ministry of Education licence number?
- Can I see all charges in writing first?
- Will my visa appointment account be in my own name?
Student reviews
What do students say about Goreto?
Goreto averages 4.8 out of 5 across 1,231 Google reviews. Subham's is a US F-1 story; the others are from Goreto students heading to different countries.
Overall the experience was awesome, all those guidance and counselling helped me a lot to get my US visa in my first attempt. I achieved what I wished and all thanks goes to the Goreto Educational Consultancy and the team. It was a wonderful journey of applying abroad with Goreto and I will certainly recommend all the dreaming souls to visit at least once.
After +2, I was honestly very confused about abroad studies and didn't know where to start. I visited a few consultancies, but most of them felt too rushed and business-focused. Goreto felt much more genuine and comfortable...
I had an excellent experience with Goreto Consultancy. From the moment I approached them for guidance on my visa and education abroad their team was professional and approachable. They provided detailed information about various study destinations helping me choose the right university and program suited to my interests and career goals. Thanks to their expert support my visa process went smoothly and I am now enrolled in my desired program.
We had a really positive experience with Goreto Educational Consultancy. They guided my cousin through every step, from the first counselling session all the way to the visa approval. They kept us updated, were honest about everything, and made the whole process feel much easier. Thanks to their support, my cousin's dream of studying abroad finally came true. Thank you, Goreto team!
I had a truly wonderful experience with Goreto Consultancy. From the very beginning, the team was supportive, patient, and extremely professional. They guided me step by step and made sure I understood every part of the process. Their honesty and dedication really stood out, and I am very satisfied with their service.
My experience with Goreto Consultancy has been very positive. They provide proper guidance, timely updates, and honest advice. The staff is approachable and supportive, and I always felt confident and guided throughout the journey.
FAQs
Common questions about choosing Goreto for the USA
Nothing. There is no consultancy fee for US applications. You pay the school application fees and your tests, plus the SEVIS fee (USD 350) and the visa application fee (USD 185) directly to the US government.
No. A US consular officer decides every visa at the interview, so any guarantee is false. What we can do is make sure you walk in prepared.
Yes, there is no fixed waiting period, but the officer will want to see what has changed. Book again only once something real has changed in your plan, funds or school.
It depends on the school and course. Many accept you without the SAT or GRE, while some programs still ask. Check your grade with the NEB GPA calculator, then see the GPA required to study in the USA.
Yes. Your spouse and children can apply as F-2 dependants, but they cannot work in the US, and you need to show funds for them.
Often, if budget matters. You study the first two years at lower cost and then transfer to a university to finish the degree.
Yes. We hold Ministry of Education licence 57-2077/078 and company registration 237339/76/77, and we are ECAN members and ICEF accredited.
Yes. Prakash Regmi counsels US applicants online, so you can start from anywhere in Nepal and come in for document checks later.
About 10 to 12 months before. Applications, the I-20 and an interview appointment all take time, and scholarship deadlines come early.
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A US consular officer decides every F-1 visa, and no consultancy can promise a result. Ratings come from Goreto’s Google and Facebook profiles and change as new reviews arrive. Official rules: US Department of State, student visas.
