Non- Sponsered International Visitors

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Information for FAU Departments

Non-FAU Fulbright Scholars:

FAU Departments that have a Fulbright Scholar coming to FAU to engage in research, teaching activities or other activities, should contact Global Academic Services at globalservices@fau.edu prior to the visitor’s arrival.    Please provide a copy of the visitor's DS-2019, Fulbright Award Letter, and the FAU Department Invitation/Offer Letter.

FAU Departments will also need to notify the Division of Research of the visitor's upcoming arrival, and research intent.

FAU Departments will be required to request a background check with the Office of Human Resources, and a Deemed Export Control Check with the Division of Research, regardless of the visitor's FAU pay status.

In order to request access to FAU resporces, please submit the following form and the Appointment Letter to Felipe Vargas, in the Provost Office at least 3 weeks prior to scholar's arrival at FAU.

B Visitor Visa and Visa Waiver:

FAU Departments that have an international visitor coming to FAU to engage in research, teaching activities or other activities should contact Global Academic Services at globalservices@fau.edu, prior to the visitor's arrival. 

FAU Departments inviting an international visitor that has their own B-1 visa, B-2 visa or U.S. status through the Visa Waiver Program should provide the international visitor with an FAU invitation letter outlining the acceptable activities. 

FAU Departments will need to contact the Division of Research to determine if a Deemed Export Control Check will be required, and the Office of Human Resources to conduct a background check. 

For additional information, please review the "B Visitor Visa and Visa Waiver Policy" located in the Forms and Documents section of this website.