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All prospective F and M students are required to pay the I-901 Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) Fee before you can receive a visa from the U.S. Department of State to travel to the United States. To pay the I-901 SEVIS Fee, visit FMJFee.com to access the SEVIS Form I-901.…

As the school year winds down for many institutions across the United States, some of your F-1 international students may be preparing to graduate. As a designated school official (DSO), use this time to familiarize yourself and your international students with important graduation reminders.Remind…

When coming to the United States to study for the first time, there are many things to remember. As you prepare, check out these resources for more information:Consult the Getting to the United States resource page for information on what documents you need to bring with you, what to expect at a U.…

Updates to the Form I-17, “Petition for Approval of School for Attendance by Nonimmigrant Student,” and school recertification are two very different processes in the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) school certification life cycle. Below, learn the differences between filing…