Documents/Services Request

In order to simplify various immigration-related services and requests, ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä can submit a request e-form through the . Please use the list of available request e-forms below and submit the necessary within the specified timeline, if applicable.Ìý

Request Processing Timeline

Below are the guidelines for the International Services document processing. Students must submit the supporting documentation within the given timeline:

OPTÌýextensions/I-20 extension/change of status

30Ìýbusiness daysÌýprior to the expiration date.Ìý

DocumentÌýrequestsÌýfor current ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼äÌý

10Ìýbusiness days from the time all documents are received.

New I-20 andÌýDS-2019ÌýforÌýÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý

7Ìýbusiness days from the time all documents are received.

DS-2019Ìýfor interns and scholars Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý

10Ìýbusiness days from the time all documents are received.

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E-Forms and Instructions

** Please click here for instructions on how to access E-forms on iStart. **

New Students (F/J Visa)

1. To submit and upload a scanned copy of your recent passport biographical information page.

2. To request an new I-20/DS-2019 (for first time at FAU or Change of Level ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä).Ìý
3. To add dependents information.Ìý
4. To request a SEVIS record transfer from another U.S. institution to FAU.Ìý

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Immigration Check-in

1. Immigration Check-in - only for ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä inside the US who are new ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä or change of level.

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Current Students (F/J Visa)

1. To request a travel signature on your I-20/DS-2019 (needed for re-entering to the U.S.).

2. To request support letters/documents from the ISS.Ìý

  • Address Verification Letter
  • Good Standing Letter
  • SSN Eligibility Letter
  • Letter to Apply for ITIN
  • Student Employment Eligibility Form
  • Graduation Letter
  • Other

3. To request an I-20 program extension. F-1 ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä only.
4. To request a DS-2019 program extension. J-1 ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä only.

5. To apply for change of status to F-1 (for current FAU ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä).

6. To request an update on your existing I-20/active SEVIS record.Ìý

  • To change a major or add a second major
  • To change a nameÌý
  • To change a funding sourcesÌý
  • To replace a lost or damaged I-20
  • To request Cap-Gap I-20
  • Other
7. To request for Reduced Course Load (RCL) authorization (acceptable reasons limited).
8. To update your local U.S. address in SEVIS (within 10 days of moving).
9. To request to withdraw from classes and be temporary absence outside of the U.S. for less than five months.
10. To request SEVIS transfer out to another SEVP certified school.
11. To establish in-person course requirement for an otherwise fully online course.

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Immigration Document Upload

1. To submit and upload a scanned copy of your recent passport biographical information page.
2. To submit and upload a scanned copy of your nonimmigrant visa biographical page.

3. To submit and upload your most recent I-94 record.

*Every time you enter the U.S., you receive a new I-94 and you should submit this form.
4. To submit and upload a copy of your SEVIS fee payment receipt.Ìý

5. To submit and upload any notices received from USCIS.

*This applies to ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä who have filed a petition with USCIS, such as for OPT, Change of Status, Reinstatement.

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Employment Authorization (F-1)

1. To apply for Curricular Practical Training (only available to ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä still enrolled for courses).

Visit the CPT page for more information and instructions.

2. To apply for Optional Practical Training - post-completion (C)(3)(B)/pre-completion (C)(3)(A).

Visit the OPT page for more information and instructions.
3. To report change in employment (for ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä approved on OPT/STEM OPT only).
4. To apply for 24-month STEM OPT Extension (for ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä within a period of OPT only).

5. To submit STEM OPT reports every six months (for ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä already approved for STEM OPT only).
6. Academic Training (AT) request (for J-1 visa ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä only).
7. Use this form to upload a copy of your EAD card work permit
8. To request a new link to reset SEVP portal (OPT/STEM OPT only)

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Regain F-1 Status - Students in Terminated Status

1. To regain F1 status following an authorization for early withdrawal (only for ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥¼ä who were approved for AEW).Ìý

2. To apply for reinstatement (USCIS) - regain F-1 status following SEVIS termination.
3. To restart F-1 status following termination through travel and re-entry

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Eligibility Specific Requests (F-1)

1. To request form I-20 recommending economic hardship. Student needs to discuss with DSO prior to form submission. Ìý

2. To apply for Special Student Relief (SSR). Student needs to discuss with DSO prior to form submission.

3. Special Student Relief (SSR) Reduced Course Load (RCL). Student needs to discuss with DSO prior to form submission.

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Proof of non-F-1 status (to report you are not or no longer an F-1)

1. To submit and upload the confirmation that you are not an F-1/need student visa to study at FAU.
2. To relinquish your F-1 student status.

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Paper Forms

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