A designated school official (DSO) must defer a student’s program start date in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) if U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has not approved the student’s change of status by the program start date.
In the event that a student’s…
On Sept. 23, 2024, the SEVP Response Center (SRC) launched a new telephone system for both domestic and international callers.
The updated system provides stakeholders with a new interactive voice response (IVR) menu that allows callers to choose from the following options:
Principal or…
The Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) GovDelivery distribution list is moving at the end of September 2024.
SEVP distributes its quarterly SEVP Spotlight via email through GovDelivery.
SEVP Spotlight, a newsletter for the academic community, includes important program news,…
SEVP field representatives serve as key resources for school officials. They enhance national security by helping certified schools comply with policy and regulations. Field representatives act as direct, day-to-day liaisons between SEVP and SEVP-certified schools. Much of their time is spent…