To obtain an F-1 visa is a long process, but quite simple. First you need to apply to a school in the United States. It is extremely important to check beforehand if the institution that you are applying for manages everything about international students, so that you don’t need to fill out applications, and do everything and then get a surprise that wthe institution does not handle international students. Better safe than sorry. Then you need to wait for the acceptance by the institution, and to receive these SEVP to be enrolled in the system, and is are equired to pay a fee. Then you have to follow with the other step, which is to fill out a form known as the "I-20" which is wthat allows you to have the appointment with the U.S. embassy or consulate in your country.