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A designated school officials reads about SEVP recertification and SEVIS annual verification on a computer
SEVP Recertification vs. SEVIS Annual Verification: What is the Difference?
When a school obtains Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification, it makes a legally binding commitment to comply with applicable federal regulations and reporting obligations. Two of these obligations include applying for SEVP recertification and completing Student and Exchange…
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Watch the Recording of the First Government Voices Webinar
A full recording of the first Government Voices Webinar, which aired on Jan. 31, is now available on Study in the States.In the webinar, representatives from the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP…
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School Officials: Bookmark the Form I-17 Evidence Guide
The Student and Exchange Visitor Program’s (SEVP) Definitions of Commonly Required Evidence guide helps school officials better understand Form I-17, “Petition for Approval of School for Attendance by Nonimmigrant Student,” evidentiary requirements. The document defines a list of…
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Take Advantage of Resources for M-1 Students and DSOs
M-1 international students at Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified schools must follow specific rules to maintain their student status while they study in the United States.Whether you are an M-1 student nearing your program end date or you are a designated school official (DSO)…
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