SEVP Form Series: Understanding the Form I-20
July 22, 2025
The Form I-20, “Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status,” is a critical document for both nonimmigrant students who obtain an F or…
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January marks the beginning of a new semester and the return of students to campus. As a designated school official (DSO), there are many resources available to help you maintain your students' and school’s status. Here are a few resources to remember: Contact: Utilize the Contact Us…
Welcome back to school! All this week, we will cover helpful reminders for the new academic term. Today, in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, we share helpful tips on volunteering. Every year the United States honors today as a national day of public service and encourages everyone to volunteer…
As students arrive on campuses across the country, the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) reminds designated school officials (DSO) to double check and ensure that all enrolled F and M students who reported to your campus are properly registered as "Active" in the Student and…
The five month rule refers to the termination of a student’s record in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) based on the student being away from classes or not in status for five months. This rule applies to the following students: Students who have had their…