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Essential Immigration Information Session for International Students at MSU

Join us on April 15, 2004, for an informative session presented by Ghazala Khan and Ravi Ammigan, International Student Advisors at MSU. This session covers crucial immigration documents such as the I-20, DS-2019, and visa requirements. Learn about the responsibilities of students and scholars regarding maintaining their immigration status, employment opportunities in the U.S., and travel guidelines. This is a valuable resource for new international students and their dependents, ensuring a smooth transition into the MSU community.

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Essential Immigration Information Session for International Students at MSU

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  1. Welcome & Introduction PresentationImmigration Information SessionApril 15, 2004 By Ghazala Khan International Student AdvisorRavi AmmiganInternational Student Advisor 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720

  2. Agenda • Important Immigration Documents • Role & Responsibility of Students & Scholars • Dependents • Employment • Travel • Transfers • Grace Periods • Office Information 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720

  3. Important Immigration Documents • I-20 • SEVIS ID • Major coding • Expiration Date • English Proficiency • Financial Info • Signature 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720

  4. Important Immigration Documents • DS-2019 • SEVIS ID • Major coding • Category • Expiration Date • Financial Info • Signature 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720

  5. Important Immigration Documents • I-94 • Admission Number • D/S • Airport • Back side 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720

  6. Important Immigration Documents • Passport • Passport Number • Expiration Date • Renewal 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720

  7. Important Immigration Documents • Visa Stamp • Visa Category • Expiration Date • Entries • RenewalAutomatic Revalidation 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720

  8. Role & Responsibility of Students • SEVIS • Maintaining Valid Documents (Passport, I-20 / DS-2019, Visa) • Renewals (Passport and Visa) • Extension / Change of I-20 / DS-2019 • Maintaining Status • Enrollment (Credits / ELC) • Concurrent Enrollment • Under-enrollment • Change of AddressRegistrar Special Registration 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720

  9. Dependents • Maintaining documents • Pursuing educationSpouse and Children Lifelong Education • Application for an F-2 visaIssuing dependent I-20 F-2 visa application • Employment 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720

  10. Employment • F -1 • On-campus Employment (in and out of session / hours) • Curricular Practical Training (CPT) • Optional Practical Training (OPT) • J-1 • On-campus Employment (Sponsor’s authorization) • Academic Training • Applying for Social Security Card • \ • I-9Filing for Taxes 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720

  11. Travel • Valid Documents Visa Passport I-20 • Travel Signatures • Canada and Mexico Automatic Revalidation 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720

  12. Transfers & Grace Periods • Transferring Out Transfer Out form SEVIS Release date • Grace Periods Regular Completion (F and J) Withdrawal and Dismissal 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720

  13. Office Information Office for International Students & Scholars Hours & Staff Walk-ins and appointments Email Reminders Website www.isp.msu.edu/oiss Address and Phone Number 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720

  14. Q & A’s Questions and Answers 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720

  15. Conclusion Thank you for taking the time to attend this session. Welcome to the MSU community and Good Luck! 103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss oiss@msu.edu (517)353-1720

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