Core Programs and Services
International Services provide visa/immigration advising and assistance with transitioning to life in the U.S. and at FAU for international students, scholars, and their accompanying dependents. Below is a list of primary services/programs
Compliance, Reporting, & Record Maintenance
- Submit re-certification and re-designation documentation to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of State (DOS) in order to continue operating the F and J visa programs
- Perform all required periodic and event-based SEVIS reporting
- Liaise with appropriate units within the Department of Homeland Security
- Monitor Exchange Visitor Program activity
- Inform students, scholars, and the university community of compliance requirements and immigration updates
Services for incoming (new) students and scholars
- Preparation and issuance of initial I-20s for newly admitted undergraduate, graduate, and conditional admission students
- Preparation of DS-2019 forms (all categories)
- Pre-arrival information and communication
- Mandatory new student check-in upon arrival in the U.S.
- Mandatory immigration orientations for all new international students at FAU
- Information sessions and activities to facilitate understanding of health and wellness issues and cultural adjustment
- Main point of contact for sponsored student organizations
Services for current students& scholars
- Updates & information on immigration responsibilities and upcoming changes in immigration regulations
- Workshops/seminars pertaining to immigration issues, employment, tax responsibilities for international students/scholars
- I-20/DS-2019 document preparation
- Employment information and authorization (curricular practical training, optional practical training, economic hardship, etc.)
- Travel and re-entry
- Medical insurance requirements (Scholars)
- Social security and tax information
- Driver’s License information
- Cultural adjustment and personal concerns
- Letters confirming enrollment, status, and/or tuition amounts
Support services and programs
- Departmental information related to international students and scholars
- Forms and guidelines for inviting international visiting scholars and interns through the J Exchange Visitor Program
- International Education Week & Festival of Nations
- International Friends Program (peer mentoring)
- Certified Student Leader - IFP Global Track
- International Student Immigration Orientation
- English Conversation Group
- Seminar for International Teaching Assistants (SITA)
- Employment/Practical Training Workshop
- Global Coffee Hour
- Global Lunch & Learn
- Cultural Programs
Information About International Services Provided Through Other FAU Departments:
- Education Abroad Information: Office of International Programs
- Language Training: Intensive English Institute
- International Admission Requirements: Undergraduate Admissions or Graduate Admissions
- Policies on employment of foreign nationals at FAU: Office of the General Counselor